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Today's Scheduled Events
Know which orders are on time, which orders will be late no mater what, and which orders are in danger of being late unless action is taken.
Smarter Scheduling gives these exact capabilities.
Increase production, on-time completion status and accurate ship date visibility with nMetric’s AI engine.
Real-time visibility into future work demand for the entire enterprise as well as each individual resource.
Less expediting, due to real time visibility into the status of orders and cause of any issues or proactive customer communications and faster response times.
Predictive and preventative maintenance of resources and immediate response to unplanned downtime.
Scenario modeling proactive and focused use of overtime to maximize on-time completion.
nMetric's nTegrator can integrate with virtually any database or API in as little as two weeks.
nMetric requires minimal data input to create a robust and effective schedule.
Minimum Order Infomation
Order Name or ID
Due Date
Quantity
Status
Minimum Op/Task Information
Task Name or ID
Duration
Resource Requirements
Minimum Resource Information
Resource Name or ID
Available Time
Type / Classification / Capabilities
Optional Order Details
Part Name
Customer
Priority
Terms
Optional Op/Task Details
Dependency relationships
Pinned or Preferred Resource(s)
Material Available Date
Optional Resource Details
Schedule Method
Additional Classification / Capabilities
Location
Manufacturing resources encompass machines, tools, people, and materials. To create an effective schedule, you need more than just the name of a resource:
What can it do?
When is it available?
Where is it located?
What are its limitations or constraints?
Can it handle tasks needing multiple capabilities?
Are there other resources that can do the same work?
How efficient is it compared to similar resources?
nMetric supports all resource types, capabilities, requirements, and constraints, providing a configurable availability calendar for each resource. By matching task requirements to resource capabilities, nMetric leverages advanced AI technology to create an optimal schedule tailored to each client’s unique environment and operational goals.
If you don’t know what’s done, you can’t create a dynamic schedule.
Task and execution status are vital for creating effective, flexible schedules. Real-time updates allow nMetric to stay responsive to actual progress. Here’s why status matters:
Visibility into Progress - Quick updates enable adjustments, reducing expediting and shop floor searches.
Timely Decision Making - Helps resolve issues promptly.
Improved Efficiency - Prevents over-commitment or gaps in production.
Accountability and Traceability - Provides clear records for transparency, with alerts for issues.
Empowering Task Statuses
nMetric also includes unique task statuses, such as:
Pause - to accommodate unscheduled breaks where no work is being performed.
Partial Complete Reschedule – when a task cannot be completed and must be rescheduled allowing other tasks to take their reserved position.
By incorporating accurate execution status, nMetric ensures that manufacturing operations align with reality, not just the plan.
What Do You Do If Your ERP Routers Are Incomplete or Inaccurate?
SmartJobs Builder to the Rescue!
ERP routers are often developed primarily for costing purposes and may not include all the small tasks needed for actual production. Additionally, modifying routers directly in ERP can disrupt standard costing and financial standards.
Common Challenges include:
Missing or obsolete tasks
Inaccurate setup or run times
Inflexible run times for varying resource efficiency
Resources that are no longer available
New resources or capabilities not reflected
nMetric bridges this gap without affecting ERP financial integrity. Simply download the current routers into SmartJob Builder, make the necessary adjustments, and create an updated router database for scheduling. nMetric will then integrate these new routers for a reality-based schedule that aligns with actual production conditions.
Enterprise visibility is essential for maintaining control and smooth operations across manufacturing. It provides real-time insights into production, resource availability, and task status, enabling informed decisions, minimizing bottlenecks, and boosting efficiency.
nMetric’s Smarter Scheduling® integrates production and ERP data, offering:
Real-Time Monitoring - Track tasks and resources across the enterprise.
Transparent Communication - Foster collaboration by sharing updates, keeping everyone aligned.
Data-Driven Decisions - Use analytics to optimize operations and resources.
Enhanced Collaboration - Ensure departments work toward common goals with shared information.
Proactive Issue Resolution - Address problems before they disrupt production.
Proactive Customer Communications - When expectations are not met, it is always better to "make the call” than to "take the call” from an frustrated customer.
Enhanced Customer Satisfaction - Meet deadlines, improve accuracy, and enhance service delivery.
With nMetric’s enterprise visibility, organizations can align production with business goals and adapt quickly to changing conditions.
AI Scheduling Engine
nMetric's revolutionary Genetic Algorithm Scheduling Engine makes better schedules, period.
Advanced Scheduling Methods
Beyond industry-standard approaches, nMetric incorporates innovative methods to address complex scheduling challenges effectively.
Features and Functionality
More than just an engine, nMetric is a complete application, with rich features and advanced functionality.
Solving age-old scheduling problems with patented AI Genetic Algorithm Technology
