Book:PART 2 Learning System - SMR & MPR

Module1 Strategic Management of Resources(SMR)

SMR explores the relationship of existing and emerging processes and technologies to manufacturing strategy and supply chain-related functions. The course addresses three main topics: aligning resources with the strategic plan, configuring and integrating operating processes to support the strategic plan, and implementing change.

Module 2: Master Planning of Resources (MPR)
Candidates explore processes used to develop sales and operations plans, and identify and assess internal and external demand and forecasting requirements. The course focuses on the importance of producing achievable master schedules that are consistent with business policies, objectives, and resource constraints.

In addition to your printed APICS CPIM participant guide, APICS has developed APICS CPIM Study Tools—an online learning environment to help you master the core concepts in this APICS CPIM module. This online tool contains presentation slides and assessments to complement your APICS CPIM learning experience.

Book: PART 2 Learning System - DSP &ECO

Module 3: Detailed Scheduling and Planning (DSP)
Candidates focus on the various techniques for material and capacity scheduling. The course includes detailed descriptions of material requirements planning (MRP), capacity requirements planning (CRP), inventory management practices, and procurement and supplier planning.

Module 4: Execution and Control of Operations (ECO)
Candidates focus on the areas of prioritizing and sequencing work, executing work plans and implementing controls, reporting activity results, and providing evaluating feedback on performance. The course explains techniques for scheduling and controlling production processes, the execution of quality initiatives and continuous improvement plans, and the control and handling of inventories.

In addition to your printed APICS CPIM participant guide, APICS has developed APICS CPIM Study Tools—an online learning system to help you master the core concepts in this APICS CPIM module. This online tool contains presentation slides and assessments to complement your APICS CPIM learning experience.