Description

Introduction of Oracle Advanced Supply Chain

Oracle Advanced Supply Chain Planning (ASCP) is a powerful planning tool designed to optimize supply chain operations by improving demand forecasting, inventory management, and production scheduling. This course provides a comprehensive understanding of ASCP fundamentals, covering key features, data models, planning methods, and best practices for effective supply chain optimization. Participants will learn how to configure and use ASCP to streamline supply chain processes, reduce costs, and improve overall efficiency.

Prerequisites

• Basic understanding of supply chain management concepts
• Familiarity with Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) or any ERP system is recommended
• Knowledge of inventory and production planning principles is beneficial

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to Oracle ASCP

1.1 Overview of Advanced Supply Chain Planning(Ref: Advanced Analytics for Supply Chain Optimization)
1.2 Key features and benefits of ASCP
1.3 ASCP architecture and integration with Oracle EBS
1.4 Understanding supply chain constraints and optimization
1.5 Role of ASCP in demand and supply balancing

2. ASCP Data Models and Structures

2.1 Understanding source data requirements for ASCP
2.2 Data collection methods and integration with ERP systems
2.3 Key entities: Organizations, Items, Resources, and Calendars
2.4 Setting up Planning Parameters and Profiles
2.5 Understanding constraints-based and unconstrained planning

3. Demand Management and Forecasting

3.1 Understanding demand forecasting methods
3.2 Setting up demand schedules and consuming forecasts
3.3 Demand prioritization and allocation strategies
3.4 Managing demand variability and seasonality
3.5 Integration of demand planning with ASCP

4. Supply Planning and Optimization

4.1 Supply planning methodologies: Constrained vs. Unconstrained
4.2 Creating and managing supply chain plans
4.3 Material and capacity constraints in ASCP
4.4 Optimization techniques for better supply chain efficiency
4.5 Planning for make-to-order, make-to-stock, and configure-to-order

5. Plan Execution and Analysis

5.1 Running ASCP plans and reviewing results
5.2 Understanding plan exceptions and alerts
5.3 Using horizontal and vertical planning views
5.4 Adjusting plans for real-time supply chain changes
5.5 Best practices for interpreting ASCP output

6. Inventory Optimization and Distribution Planning

6.1 Managing inventory levels and safety stock optimization
6.2 Setting up item sourcing rules and allocation methods
6.3 Implementing distribution requirements planning (DRP)
6.4 Managing inter-organization and intra-organization transfers
6.5 Reducing lead times and supply chain bottlenecks

7. Collaboration and Supplier Integration

7.1 Enabling supplier collaboration in ASCP
7.2 Managing supplier constraints and agreements
7.3 Integrating ASCP with Oracle Supplier Scheduling
7.4 Sharing real-time planning data with external partners
7.5 Enhancing visibility across the supply chain

8. Performance Tuning and Best Practices

8.1 Optimizing ASCP performance for large datasets
8.2 Fine-tuning ASCP configurations for better efficiency
8.3 Troubleshooting common ASCP issues
8.4 Implementing best practices for effective planning
8.5 Case studies on successful ASCP implementations

9. ASCP Reporting and Analytics

9.1 Understanding available ASCP reports and dashboards
9.2 Customizing reports using Oracle BI and analytics tools
9.3 Monitoring KPIs for supply chain performance
9.4 Using exception-based reporting for quick decision-making
9.5 Automating reports for continuous supply chain monitoring

10. Hands-On Exercises and Real-World Scenarios

10.1 Setting up an ASCP plan from scratch
10.2 Creating and analyzing demand and supply scenarios
10.3 Resolving planning exceptions and adjusting plans
10.4 Implementing multi-organization supply planning
10.5 Simulating supply chain disruptions and recovery planning

Conclusion

By the end of this course, participants will have a solid understanding of Oracle ASCP fundamentals, enabling them to design and execute efficient supply chain plans. They will be equipped with the necessary skills to optimize inventory, balance supply and demand, and improve overall operational efficiency using ASCP. Whether working in manufacturing, retail, or logistics, this training provides essential knowledge for streamlining supply chain processes and making data-driven decisions.

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