Why Planners Choose Opcenter & LSI

Over 25 Years of APS Experience

“Although we are a 70% make-to-stock manufacturer, Opcenter allows us to manufacture what our customers need, when they need it. It allows for the flexibility to mix made-to-stock and made-to-order items into our overall production mix while maintaining customer service levels. Opcenter allows us to validate our near term schedule while planning inventory in the long term. This allows us to balance lower inventory levels while growing our business.”

Patrick HoffmanDirector of Inventory, Samuel Strapping Systems USA

Planners... Sound Familiar?

We have too much inventory
We are losing orders because we never seem to have the right stock on hand
We tie up our capacity making the wrong stuff
It takes us too long to react when demand changes
My planning system does not consider supply from my short-term schedule

We never have the right raw materials on hand
Our planning system does not consider capacity constraints
We are planning in monthly or weekly buckets, but demand is changing every day
Our planning system does not consider shelf life
Our forecasting system is flawed

LSI can help you solve these and other concerns by helping you find the right product for your company!

Finding the Right Planning Solution

Unlike scheduling, planning can be done in an ERP system. In some cases, this may not be a problem, but if you are facing a volatile demand pattern and you need to consider the capacity constraints of your manufacturing facilities, you may need a better solution.

Opcenter is a highly interactive and graphical tool that was developed for fast moving industries. The key benefit is being able to determine what your customers need and when they will need it. Having a planning solution that helps you react quickly to volatile demand patterns gives you a significant edge.