MRP Orchestration

    From BOM to Buy — Fully Orchestrated Material Planning

    Likwid AI connects product structure, inventory, production capacity, and procurement into one continuously running MRP engine.

    BOM
    Inventory
    Capacity
    Production
    Procurement
    Re-plan

    Why Orchestration Matters

    Planning fails when BOM, production, and procurement work in silos

    Static MRP plans don't survive real-world changes

    Execution breaks when resources aren't considered

    "MRP needs orchestration, not just calculation."

    The Orchestration Flow

    Six interconnected steps that turn demand signals into executable plans

    1

    BOM Intelligence

    Reads multi-level BOMs, scrap, yield, and engineering changes. Identifies critical and long-lead components.

    InputProduct structure, yield rates, ECN history
    AI ActionAnalyzes component criticality and lead-time risk
    OutputPrioritized material dependency map
    2

    Net Requirement Analysis

    Explodes BOM against demand. Adjusts for on-hand, reserved, and in-transit stock.

    InputDemand forecast, current inventory positions
    AI ActionCalculates true net requirements per time bucket
    OutputGross-to-net material requirements
    3

    Capacity & Resource Analysis

    Evaluates machines, labor, shifts, and maintenance. Validates what can actually be produced.

    InputWork centers, shift calendars, maintenance schedules
    AI ActionFinite capacity check against production plan
    OutputFeasible production windows
    4

    Production Job Scheduling

    Assigns jobs to the nearest feasible time window. Prioritizes based on delivery commitments.

    InputProduction orders, priority rules, constraints
    AI ActionOptimizes sequence for on-time delivery
    OutputScheduled production jobs with dates
    5

    Procurement Synchronisation

    Plans purchases based on production start dates. Considers supplier lead times and reorder policies.

    InputMaterial requirements, vendor master, lead times
    AI ActionBack-schedules orders to avoid shortages
    OutputPurchase requisitions with due dates
    6

    Continuous Re-Planning

    Re-runs MRP when demand, supply, or production changes. Highlights exceptions instead of static reports.

    InputChange events (demand shifts, delays, stock moves)
    AI ActionDetects impact and re-optimizes plan
    OutputUpdated plan + exception alerts

    What Makes This AI-Native

    Predictive Material Shortage Detection

    AI monitors supply chains and flags potential shortages weeks before they impact production.

    Dynamic Rescheduling

    Automatic plan adjustments when conditions change—no manual replans needed.

    Natural-Language Insights via Jack

    Ask questions like 'What will delay production next week?' and get instant answers.

    Jack AI● Online

    What will delay production next week?

    Based on current MRP analysis:

    • SKU-4521 will be short by 200 units
    • • Supplier ABC delayed shipment by 3 days
    • • Work center WC-07 at 98% capacity

    Recommendation: Expedite PO-8847 or reschedule Job-1029

    Operational Outcomes

    Production Stoppages

    Inventory Carrying Cost

    Schedule Adherence

    Planning Effort

    Plans that execute. Operations that stay predictable.

    Who This Is Built For

    Discrete Manufacturing

    Process Manufacturing

    Multi-Plant Operations

    BOM-Heavy Industries

    Stop planning in parts. Start orchestrating.

    See how Likwid AI connects every piece of your material planning into one intelligent, continuously running system.

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