Chapter 13 – Aggregate Planning
production schedule Aggregate Planning Strategies 1. Use inventories to absorb changes in demand 2. Accommodate changes by varying workforce size 3. Use parttimers, overtime, or idle time to absorb changes 4. Use subcontractors and maintain a stable workforce 5. Change prices or other factors to influence demand. 3/9/2014 8 Capacity Options Changing inventory levels Increase inventory in low ...