Distribution Planning Requirements

Distribution requirements planning is a system approach that allows for distribution at minimum total cost. 

Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP) Replenishment procedures at distribution control points. Can use MRP logic or other mles. 

As shown in Figure 5.3, the concepts of MRP underpinned by the master plan can be extended also to the distribution channel to allow integrated scheduling throughout the supply chain. The approach of distribution requirements planning (DRP) is compatible with MRP as used in the factory. 

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Resources Planning, which integrated all the information systems in an organization and looked at the enterprise, not just the manufacturing plant). Similarly, for distribution we have DRP (Distribution Requirements Planning). The focus was always internal, searching for improvements within the organization. 

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Public health nurses will often be asked to participate in the implementation of local point of distribution (POD) plans. Point of distribution plans are activated (primarily under the direction of the local county medical director) when large numbers of the population will require vaccination or treatment within a short span of time (for... 

Distribution is the management of inventory to achieve customer satisfaction. Today, many companies have realized that distribution is a major frontier for both customer satisfaction enhancement emd cost reduction. It is important to remember that a good strategic distribution network plan is a requirement of success and that it should not be composed simply of ideas, thoughts, or possibilities whose validity has not been researched. The distribution network plan is based upon a set of premises concerning future sales volumes, inventory levels, transportation cost, and warehouse cost. Requirements should be defined, analyzed, and evaluated and should result in the development of a specific set of strategic requirements. A good distribution network plan is action oriented and time phased and keeps the ultimate customer s requirements at the forefront at aU times. 

Site selection is the next logical step after the strategic distribution network planning, which analyzes the company s distribution network and develops facilities requirements and customer service requirements based on the warehouse strategic master plan. Site selection is the microanalysis of the company s needs, and through the use of a structured approach, where criteria are identified, sourced, quantified, weighted, and evaluated, it enables the company to see what the best choice is for expansion or relocation. 

Network Requirements Planning The network requirements planning should reduce the coordination efforts of the demand-based disciplines demand assessment and make or buy analysis by determining the type, quantity, and time of products to be produced. For that purpose, the requirements of material and components resulting from the sales plan need to be determined and distributed to the partners of the network to assure the fulfilment of demand. The fulfilment of demand is based on the subtasks network capacity planning, network demand allocation, and network procurement planning. 

It is essential to have organizational entities which are able to perform electrical capacity and electrical transmission and distribution system planning, consistent with various national requirements and objectives. The functions of these organizations include electrical system expansion planning, and manpower and industrial capability assessments. 

Plan material requirements and distribution requirements to maximise flow of parts through the supply chain as needed. 

The Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA) Tide III requires emergency planning based on threshold planning quantities (TPQ) and release reporting based on RQs in 40 CER part 355 (used for SARA 302, 303, and 304). The TPQ for acrolein is 500 lb (227 kg), and its RQ is 1 lb (0.454 kg). SARA also requires submission of aimual reports of release of toxic chemicals that appear on the Hst in 40 CER 372.65 (for SARA 313). Acrolein appears on that Hst. This information must be included in all MSDSs that are copied and distributed for acrolein. 

Postaudit Process The postaudit process consists of preparation of a draft report, preparation of a final report, development of artion plans, and follow-up. A draft report of the audit findings should be prepared shortly after the completion of the on-site audit. The draft report usually undergoes review and comment by facility personnel involved with the audit, experienced auditors not involved with the subject audit, functional specialists, and attorneys. The review of the draft report is done to assure that a clear, concise, and accurate report is issued, and not to modify or change the findings. Once this review procedure is completed, a final report can be issued and distributed based on a distribution list provided by the facility personnel. The final audit report should be issued in a timely manner and meet the time requirement specified in the audit plan. 

The elements of a PM plan include periodic inspection, cleaning, and service as warranted, adjustment and calibration of control system components, maintenance equipment and replacement parts that are of good quality and properly selected for the intended function. Critical HVAC system components that require PM in order to maintain comfort and deliver adequate ventilation air include a outdoor air intake opening, damper controls, air filters, drip pans, cooling and heating coils, fan belts, humidification equipment and controls, distribution systems, exhaust fans. 

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