Introduction

Intermediate Planning in Perspective

The Concept of Aggregation

Dealing with Variations

An Overview of Aggregate Planning

Aggregate Planning and the Supply Chain

Demand and Supply Options

Basic Strategies for Meeting Uneven Demand

Choosing a Strategy

Techniques for Aggregate Planning

Trial-and-Error Techniques Using Graphs and Spreadsheets

Mathematical Techniques

Aggregate Planning in Services

Disaggregating the Aggregate Plan

Master Scheduling

The Master Scheduler

The Master Scheduling Process

Time Fences

Inputs

Outputs

Case: Eight Glasses a Day (EGAD)