
Opcenter APS (Preactor)

Is Manufacturing Scheduling a nightmare for all involved?
The Preactor Opcenter APS system provides powerful state-of-the-art and time efficient solutions to manufacturing scheduling issues with effective management of factory constraints.

Are you experiencing manufacturing priority management issues ?
One of the great benefits of our system is solving how priority management issues are resolved with clear worklists that follow the overall scheduled workflow.

Does your factory throughput need improving ?
Intuitive ERP helps to improve your manufacturing efficiency and scheduling issues with clear identification of workload and bottlenecks, allowing you to increase overall throughput.

Case Studies showcasing Opcenter APS Scheduling at work.
Find out more by reading case studies about clients that are experiencing the benefits of our Opcenter APS Scheduling software.

Advanced Scheduling Rules
The Opcenter APS system employs sophisticated scheduling algorithms to create a feasible production schedule by harmonizing customer demand and resource capacity. This enables scheduling personnel to promptly respond to fluctuations in customer demand and resource availability, taking into account various constraints and sequencing requirements.

Schedule Analysis
The Opcenter APS system offers production schedulers valuable tools for schedule analysis, allowing the comparison of different scheduling methods through performance metrics. These tools assess due date compliance, queue time, resource loading, resource utilization, and pinpoint bottlenecks. With this in-depth analysis, production schedulers can make informed decisions to enhance scheduling efficiency and meet production goals effectively.

Configurable
The Opcenter APS system boasts high configurability, providing the implementor with a versatile platform to model a myriad of diverse environments. This flexibility is facilitated through the use of intuitive wizards, simplifying the configuration process, or alternatively, through manual editing for those who prefer a more hands-on approach. This adaptability empowers users to create unique configuration data tailored to specific requirements, ensuring a customized and efficient system that aligns seamlessly with varied operational landscapes. Whether utilizing wizards for a streamlined experience or engaging in manual editing for precision, the Opcenter APS system offers a tailored and adaptable solution for modeling diverse and dynamic environments.

Integration
The Opcenter APS not only stands out for its advanced features but also excels in facilitating seamless integration with a spectrum of other software applications. Through the inclusion of user-friendly wizards and scripting tools, the system empowers users to effortlessly connect with diverse software environments. This extends to integration with critical systems such as ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), MES (Manufacturing Execution System), Data Collection, Forecasting, Demand Planning, and OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) applications. Whether leveraging intuitive wizards for a straightforward integration process or delving into scripting tools for more intricate connections, the Opcenter APS ensures a harmonious collaboration with various software components, enhancing overall operational efficiency and fostering a cohesive digital ecosystem within the manufacturing landscape.

Flexible Reporting
Within the Opcenter APS system, users benefit from a comprehensive suite of Microsoft Reporting Services SQL-based reports, providing a wealth of valuable insights into manufacturing operations. These pre-built reports, leveraging the efficiency of Microsoft Reporting Services, offer a detailed analysis of key performance metrics and production processes. Going beyond standard reporting, the system empowers users with the flexibility to create custom reports seamlessly integrated into the platform. This customization not only enhances adaptability to specific organizational needs but also enables a personalized analytics experience. In essence, Opcenter APS ensures users can make informed decisions, optimize manufacturing processes, and extract maximum value from their data.


Product Summary
Opcenter APS is a finite capacity scheduling tool based on a detailed model of the plant. It takes into account availability of resources and considers multiple constraints to produce an achievable schedule. It improves the synchronisation of manufacturing processes, giving greater visibility and control to increase resource utilisation and on-time delivery, while reducing inventory levels and waste. It allows the manufacturer to react quickly and intelligently to unexpected changes, while still being able to respond to shorter lead times and satisfy customer demand. Preactor AS has specifically developed to meet this need, using advanced algorithms that balance demand and capacity to automatically generate achievable production schedules.