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Oracle ASCP & APS Business Flow

Oracle Advanced Supply Chain Planning (ASCP) is a solution designed to optimize supply chain operations through integrated modules in the Advanced Planning Suite (APS). The APS business flow involves specifying demand sources, running collections, creating and launching plans, and continuously reviewing and adjusting based on performance indicators and exceptions. This process enables businesses to efficiently manage inventory, procurement, and production scheduling, ultimately enhancing supply chain effectiveness.

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Oracle ASCP & APS Business Flow

Oracle Advanced Supply Chain Planning (ASCP) is a solution designed to optimize supply chain operations through integrated modules in the Advanced Planning Suite (APS). The APS business flow involves specifying demand sources, running collections, creating and launching plans, and continuously reviewing and adjusting based on performance indicators and exceptions. This process enables businesses to efficiently manage inventory, procurement, and production scheduling, ultimately enhancing supply chain effectiveness.

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Introduction to Oracle ASCP & APS Business Flow

Oracle Advanced Supply Chain Planning (ASCP) is a comprehensive planning solution that helps
businesses optimize their supply chain by managing inventory, procurement, and production
scheduling efficiently. The Advanced Planning Suite (APS) is a set of integrated modules that work
together to streamline supply chain operations.

Key Components of APS in Oracle ASCP

1. Demand Planning – Forecasting future demand based on historical data.

2. Supply Planning – Optimizing procurement and production schedules.

3. Inventory Optimization – Managing stock levels efficiently.

4. Global Order Promising – Ensuring timely fulfillment of customer orders.

5. Constraint-Based Planning – Considering capacity, lead times, and supplier constraints.

APS Business Flow Overview

The APS business flow follows a structured process:

1. Specify Sources of Demand – Collect demand data from sales orders, forecasts, and
inventory safety stock.

2. Run Collections – Gather data from Oracle Order Management, Inventory, and Procurement.

3. Create a Plan – Generate a time-phased supply plan based on demand inputs.

4. Launch the Plan – Process constraints like capacity, lead times, and supplier availability.

5. Review Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) – Analyze inventory levels, order fulfillment rates,
and production efficiency.

6. Review Exceptions – Identify shortages, delays, and capacity constraints.

7. Modify the Plan – Adjust based on real-time demand changes and supply chain disruptions.

8. Run Net Change – Update the plan dynamically without reprocessing all data.

9. Release or Firm Orders – Send approved supply plans to Oracle Purchasing, Work in Process,
and Manufacturing Execution.

Page 2: Demand Planning & Data Collection

Step 1: Specify Sources of Demand

Oracle ASCP considers three streams of independent demand:

 Sales Order Demand – Direct customer orders from Oracle Order Management.

 Forecast Demand – Predictions generated by Oracle Demand Planning.

 Safety Stock Demand – Inventory levels maintained for risk mitigation.

Step 2: Run Collections


Oracle ASCP collects data from various modules:

 Oracle Order Management – Sales orders and customer demand.

 Oracle Inventory – Stock levels and replenishment needs.

 Oracle Procurement – Supplier purchase orders and lead times.

Step 3: Create a Plan

The planning engine generates a time-phased supply plan:

 Planned Orders – Suggested procurement and production schedules.

 Capacity Constraints – Ensuring resources are available for execution.

 Supplier Lead Times – Factoring in delays from vendors.

Page 3: Supply Planning & Execution

Step 4: Launch the Plan

Oracle ASCP processes the collected data and applies constraint-based planning:

 Finite Capacity Planning – Ensuring production resources are not overloaded.

 Material Availability – Checking stock levels before scheduling production.

 Supplier Constraints – Managing procurement delays and shortages.

Step 5: Review Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Planners analyze:

 Inventory Turnover – How efficiently stock is used.

 Order Fulfillment Rates – Percentage of orders delivered on time.

 Production Efficiency – Utilization of manufacturing resources.

Step 6: Review Exceptions

Oracle ASCP identifies:

 Stock Shortages – Items running low in inventory.

 Capacity Overloads – Production schedules exceeding available resources.

 Supplier Delays – Late deliveries affecting procurement.

Page 4: Plan Adjustments & Optimization

Step 7: Modify the Plan

Planners adjust based on:

 Real-Time Demand Changes – Sudden shifts in customer orders.


 Supply Chain Disruptions – Delays due to external factors.

 Production Bottlenecks – Issues affecting manufacturing schedules.

Step 8: Run Net Change

Instead of reprocessing all data, Net Change Planning updates only affected areas:

 New Orders – Incorporating recent customer purchases.

 Inventory Adjustments – Reflecting stock movements.

 Supplier Updates – Factoring in revised lead times.

Step 9: Release or Firm Orders

Once the plan is finalized, orders are sent to execution systems:

 Oracle Purchasing – Procurement orders for suppliers.

 Oracle Work in Process – Manufacturing schedules for production.

 Oracle Shop Floor Management – Execution of factory operations.

Page 5: Exception Handling & Continuous Improvement

Step 10: Exception Handling

Oracle ASCP provides workflow-driven exception messaging:

 Alerts for Critical Issues – Notifications for planners.

 Automated Adjustments – System-driven corrections.

 Supplier Collaboration – Involving vendors in planning decisions.

Step 11: Continuous Improvement

Oracle ASCP enables:

 Scenario Simulations – Testing different planning strategies.

 Performance Benchmarking – Comparing past and current results.

 Supply Chain Optimization – Refining processes for efficiency.

Conclusion

Oracle ASCP’s APS business flow ensures efficient supply chain management, balancing demand,
supply, inventory, and production constraints. By leveraging real-time data, predictive analytics,
and automated workflows, businesses can achieve optimized planning and execution.

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