Planning and optimization of production in Krka, d.d., Novo mesto with information system APO (Advanced Planning and Optimisation)

Abstract

As the scope of logistics operations in the company increases from day to day it is necessary to provide quality and reliable IT support to operational work. Selection, implementation and the usage of the support tools is one of the critical tasks. The main tpoic of the article is upgrading the ERP system SAP R3 with the new system of advanced planning and optimization (Advanced Planning and Optimization - APO). In the company Krka, d.d. the business information system SAP R3 is used for to support most processes. For the management and control of production, the system Werum PAS-X is used. In the Supply Chain the APO, which is an upgrade of SAP R3 and is also a leading system for planning in the company has been implemented. All the three systems which are also integrated with each other constitute the basis of a new modern, efficient and transparent Supply Chain system.