ERP Theory, Methods, and Practice

Author: Zhou Yuqing
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Features: This book comprehensively introduces the basic principles and processing logic of ERP, dedicating significant to discussing ERP's planning functions, particularly the Master Production Schedule (MPS) and its related key concepts, theories, and methods, such as Resource Planning, Rough Cut Capacity Planning, Planned Bill of Materials, Available-to-Promise (ATP), Planned Time Fence, Final Assembly Schedule, and Two-Level Master Production Schedule. It analyzes and discusses the benefits of ERP and the deep-seated changes it brings to various aspects of corporate operations, as well as the selection of ERP software systems, implementation, and operational management strategies. The book also introduces widely used ERP implementation and application evaluation methods in the international context. Based on the author's practical experience, it selects a representative implementation case study, providing a detailed overview of the ERP implementation process, key practices, and firsthand insights from enterprise personnel involved in the implementation. Additionally, it covers related topics such as JIT, TQM, CIMS, DRP, SCM, E-commerce, CRM, and BPR. Appendix A includes 60 comprehensive exercises, while Appendix B provides definitions of commonly used terms. This book serves as a textbook or teaching reference for undergraduate and graduate students in business management and computer application disciplines at universities and colleges. It can also be used as a training manual for enterprises to systematically study ERP knowledge, and as a learning resource for senior executives, managers at all levels, ERP implementation and application personnel, as well as teachers, researchers, and engineering and technical professionals engaged in enterprise resource planning and control research and practice.