Challenges and Opportunities of Software-Based Production Planning and Control for Engineer-to-Order Manufacturing

Bründl P, Stoidner M, Nguyen HG, Baechler A, Franke J (2023)

Publication Type: Conference contribution

Publication year: 2023

Journal

IFIP Advances in Information and Communication Technology Springer Verlag

Publisher: Springer

Series: IFIP Advances in Information and Communication Technology

City/Town: Cham

Book Volume: 691

Pages Range: 67-79

Conference Proceedings Title: Advances in Production Management Systems. Production Management Systems for Responsible Manufacturing, Service, and Logistics Futures. APMS 2023

Event location: Trondheim NO

ISBN: 9783031436697

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-43670-3_5

Abstract

This article aims to explore the use and implementation of software-based production planning and control (PPC) systems in variant-rich manufacturing environments, specifically in the engineer-to-order (ETO) manufacturing. A systematic literature review is conducted to identify, which PPC tools are used in the ETO business, how they should be implemented and the benefits and challenges associated with their use. The results indicate that such systems can be technically and economically advantageous, however application of existing systems off-the shelf solutions is not recommended. The literature suggests a structured approach for the implementation considering critical success factors and a well-planned process supported by the proposed framework. Most of the systems analyzed in the literature are Enterprise Resource Planning systems. Furthermore, the findings show four different areas of positive effects for the companies, such as improved production efficiency, improved planning efficiency, improved decision-making, and increased competitiveness. Additionally, five different kinds of challenges can be observed: Knowledge and expertise, Cost and resource management, Process and system flexibility, Data management and IT infrastructure and System usability and applicability.

Authors with CRIS profile

Patrick Bründl Lehrstuhl für Fertigungsautomatisierung und Produktionssystematik Micha Stoidner Lehrstuhl für Fertigungsautomatisierung und Produktionssystematik Huong Giang Nguyen Lehrstuhl für Fertigungsautomatisierung und Produktionssystematik Jörg Franke Lehrstuhl für Fertigungsautomatisierung und Produktionssystematik

Involved external institutions

Rittal GmbH & Co. KG DE Germany (DE)

How to cite

APA:

Bründl, P., Stoidner, M., Nguyen, H.G., Baechler, A., & Franke, J. (2023). Challenges and Opportunities of Software-Based Production Planning and Control for Engineer-to-Order Manufacturing. In Alfnes, E., Romsdal, A., Strandhagen, J.O., von Cieminski, G., Romero, D. (Eds.), Advances in Production Management Systems. Production Management Systems for Responsible Manufacturing, Service, and Logistics Futures. APMS 2023 (pp. 67-79). Trondheim, NO: Cham: Springer.

MLA:

Bründl, Patrick, et al. "Challenges and Opportunities of Software-Based Production Planning and Control for Engineer-to-Order Manufacturing." Proceedings of the IFIP WG 5.7 International Conference, APMS 2023, Trondheim Ed. Alfnes, E., Romsdal, A., Strandhagen, J.O., von Cieminski, G., Romero, D., Cham: Springer, 2023. 67-79.

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