Local consulting · SAMUKA date on the schedule is not proof that work can run. Finite capacity planning considers when the required resources are actually available.
Define the constraints first
Machine availability, shifts, maintenance windows and changeovers can affect a schedule. Start by agreeing with process owners which constraints the model needs to represent.
Turn a bottleneck into a decision
When a resource is overloaded, review the available options. Resequencing work, considering a qualified alternative resource or evaluating a different shift arrangement may produce different outcomes.
Establish data ownership
Agree who maintains calendar and capacity information. Checking the model against examples from daily operations is more sustainable than preparing an accurate file only at the start of the project.
Frequently asked questions
What data helps an initial assessment?
Resource lists, shift calendars, sample routings and recurring capacity problems are useful starting points. The required level of detail is established during assessment.