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.
Preactor 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.