Real Optimization with SAP® APO

This book describes and demonstrates how SAP ® APO can be used to tackle real optimization problems in industry. In doing so, it deals with the aspects of model-building as well as with implementation in commercial supply chain management software. The is aimed at those who are involved in projects in which SAP and SAP APO are implemented in companies.

Helps to improve project results and to render Supply Chain Management (cost and time savings) more efficient by better exploiting SAP® APO

Contenu
Supply Chain Management and Advanced Planning Systems.- Introduction: Models, Model Building and Optimization.- Model Building in SAP APO Supply Network Planning.- Optimization in SAP APO.- Detailed Case-Studies.- Planning in Semiconductor Manufacturing.- Consumer Products.- Customized Optimization Solutions for the Automotive and Chemical Industries.- Operative Planning in the Process Industry.- Case Studies Interfacing Tailored Models to SAP APO.- Concluding Considerations - The Future.- Summary, Visions and Perspective.