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Where is MRP II used?
Typical fields of application and industry examples can be found in the main article. Related concepts are shown in the internal links to our ERP glossary. The exact implementation depends on the industry, company size and depth of customisation of the specific ERP setup.
Which tools/systems support MRP II?
Which ERP systems implement MRP II particularly well can be found in our software overview with filter function. The exact implementation depends on the industry, company size and depth of customisation of the specific ERP setup. A well-founded answer always requires a look at the individual business processes and the strategic IT roadmap.
Which standards/norms are relevant for MRP II?
Across all industries, GoBD and GDPR apply. Specific standards are documented in the main article. The exact implementation depends on the industry, company size and depth of customisation of the specific ERP setup.
Which certifications or training courses are available for MRP II?
Training and certification offerings can be found under ERP training providers. Vendors often offer their own consultant certifications. The exact implementation depends on the industry, company size and depth of customisation of the specific ERP setup.
What alternatives are there to MRP II?
Alternatives and complementary concepts are examined in the main article — see also the related glossary terms for distinctions. The exact implementation depends on the industry, company size and depth of customisation of the specific ERP setup. A well-founded answer always requires a look at the individual business processes and the strategic IT roadmap.
What distinguishes MRP from MRP II?
MRP plans material only (bill-of-materials explosion). MRP II additionally plans capacities (machines, personnel) and integrates finance and demand forecasting. MRP II is the precursor to today's ERP.
When is MRP II no longer sufficient?
With a highly variable order situation (bottleneck machines shifting), static CRP planning is no longer sufficient — APS systems (Advanced Planning & Scheduling) with heuristics/optimisers are then required. Practical relevance and implementation effort depend heavily on the existing system landscape and the business processes to be mapped. The exact realisation of this term varies by ERP system and industry — accordingly, the concrete form should be agreed with the respective vendor.