Question

During ERP simulation game, 1. (4 points) John ran MRP and then created Purchase Order. Why does he need to run MRP first? In other words, what are roles of MRP? (50-70 words) (8 points) After running MRP and creating Purchase Order, John received the message like "No suitable purchase requisitions found". The capacity of supplier is big enough and delivery is fine. He waited for a few of days and tried it again. But, he got the same message. Why did he get this message? What is the possible reason? (Hint: Push/Pull strategy) (50 70 words) (4 points) Before production (conversion), do we need to run MRP? If yes, how does MRP play a role in production (conversion)? If MRP is not related to production, explain why. (50 a. b. c. 70 words) (8 points) Draw the flows (relationship) of the followings in terms of business process. d. Set up marketing expense Change price Vendors (Suppliers) Forecast sales Purchase Order Raw materials Independent requirement Release production Purchase requisition Calculate requirements Planned order Finished Goods Customers

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