The BOM for product A is shown in Figure 16.43. The MPS for product A calls for 120 units to be started in weeks 2 4 5 and 8. Table 16.7 shows data from the inventory records.
a. Develop the material requirements plan for the next 8 weeks for each item.
b. What specific managerial actions are required in week 1? Make sure you address any specific difficulties you encounter in the inventory records.
0
0
0
50
0125
0
235
750
0Inventory Record Data
Item
Data Category
C
D
E
F
G
Lot-sizing rule
Lead time
Safety stock
Scheduled receipts
Beginning inventory
L4L
3 weeks
150 (week 2)
FOQ = 700
450 (week 2)
4 weeks
700 (week 1)
2 weeks
None
1 week
1400 (week 1)

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