Program Overview
This course offers a practical deep dive into how Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems—like SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, and niche SCM suites—integrate operational functions across procurement, production, inventory, distribution, and finance. Participants will examine how core modules (MM, SD, PP, WM, FICO, APO, etc.) work together to deliver visibility, control, and responsiveness. The session highlights cross-functional flows, master data governance, system-configured controls (GRN, MRP runs, approvals), and real-time analytics dashboards. Real-world use cases and demo scenarios bring out the tangible business impact of ERP implementation—from cost accuracy and OTIF improvement to compliance and audit readiness.
Features
- Map key operational processes to ERP modules for end-to-end system integration
- Align functional teams to system workflows for greater compliance and productivity
- Leverage ERP-generated data for planning, exception management, and cost control
- Understand the role of SCM suites (e.g., Kinaxis, Blue Yonder, SAP IBP) in modern planning
Target audiences
- Supply Chain Professionals
- Procurement & Inventory Professionals
- IT/ERP Functional Consultants
- Production and Plant Teams
Curriculum
- 5 Sections
- 21 Lessons
- 1 Day
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- ERP & SCM – Architecture, Integration & Process Mapping5
- 1.1Concepts: ERP as transactional backbone, SCM as planning + execution layer
- 1.2Keywords: Master Data, MRP Run, BOM, Batch Management, WBS, Auto-Posting
- 1.3ERP Stack Overview: SAP S/4HANA, Oracle Fusion SCM, Microsoft D365
- 1.4Real-life Insight: Pharma firm integrated production and dispatch planning via Oracle SCM Cloud
- 1.5Process map – Requisition to Payment (R2P) & Order to Cash (O2C) flows in SAP
- Core ERP Modules for Supply Chain5
- 2.1MM (Material Management), PP (Production Planning), SD (Sales & Distribution)
- 2.2WM/EWM (Warehouse Management), TM (Transport Management)
- 2.3Keywords: MIGO, MIRO, Info Records, ATP (Available to Promise), BAPI
- 2.4Situational Focus: Stock mismatch due to poor goods movement posting discipline
- 2.5Exercise: Trace a material transaction from PO → GRN → Invoice in SAP
- Advanced Planning & Execution in SCM Suites4
- 3.1Tools: SAP IBP (Integrated Business Planning), Oracle Demand Management Cloud & Kinaxis, Blue Yonder, Infor Nexus
- 3.2Keywords: Response Planning, Demand Sensing, Heuristics, SNOP Cycle
- 3.3Case: Auto parts supplier used SAP IBP to reduce stockouts during seasonal spikes
- 3.4IBP vs ERP – Planning vs Execution module comparison
- Workflow Automation, Analytics & Alerts4
- 4.1Concepts: Workflow triggers, exception alerts, auto-SLA violations
- 4.2Keywords: Fiori App, SAP Workflow Engine, Oracle Business Events, Notification Center
- 4.3Real-life Insight: Electronics exporter used SAP alerts to auto-flag open POs nearing lead time expiry
- 4.4Exercise: Design an alert flow – Material shortfall triggering SCM escalations
- Implementation, Change Management & Governance3
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