What is takt-based scheduling in SAP PP-FLW - Flow Manufacturing?

SAP Term: takt-based scheduling

• Component: PP-FLW

• Component Name: Flow Manufacturing

• Description: Procedure for determining the production dates/times on the basis of the takt time and the number of takts. In contrast to lead-time scheduling via the routing, takt-based scheduling is carried out not via the routing but on the basis of the following data: Length of the production line, defined by the number of takts. Takt time/rate. These determine how long a material remains in each takt and in which time intervals a material enters and exits the production line.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Takt-based scheduling is a production scheduling technique used in flow manufacturing. It is based on the concept of takt time, which is the average time between the completion of one unit of production and the completion of the next unit. Takt-based scheduling is used to ensure that production is completed in a timely manner and that resources are used efficiently.
  
  How to use it: 
  Takt-based scheduling can be used in SAP PP-FLW Flow Manufacturing to plan and manage production. It involves setting up a schedule for each production step, based on the takt time for each step. This schedule can then be used to monitor progress and adjust resources as needed.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up a takt-based schedule, it is important to consider the resources available and the expected demand for the product. This will help ensure that resources are used efficiently and that production is completed in a timely manner. Additionally, it is important to monitor progress regularly and adjust resources as needed.
  
  Related Information: 
  Takt-based scheduling is closely related to other production scheduling techniques such as Kanban and Just-in-Time (JIT) manufacturing. Additionally, it can be used in conjunction with other SAP PP-FLW Flow Manufacturing features such as capacity planning and material requirements planning (MRP).