Instead of stating, "Part A takes 5 days," SigmaMRP models lead time as a distribution (e.g., mean 5 days, standard deviation 1.5 days). It then calculates the planned lead time required to achieve a target service level (e.g., 95% on-time delivery). This automatically builds the right amount of buffer where variability is highest, not arbitrarily across all SKUs.
For Small and Medium-sized Manufacturers looking to graduate from spreadsheet management without the overhead of a Fortune 500 ERP system, SigmaMRP represents a balanced solution. By centralizing data and automating routine tasks, it empowers manufacturers to respond faster to market changes, ensure product quality, and maintain healthy profit margins. sigmamrp
Unlike traditional systems that push work based on a due date, SigmaMRP pulls work based on rate and statistical confidence. Instead of stating, "Part A takes 5 days,"