Blue Ridge Supply Planning is a SaaS solution designed to unify and automate supply, production, and capacity planning for manufacturers and distributors. The platform replaces manual spreadsheets and disconnected systems with integrated tools for Master Production Scheduling (MPS), Rough-Cut Capacity Planning (RCCP), and replenishment automation. It provides real-time visibility into production constraints, inventory levels, and material requirements, enabling organizations to optimize resource allocation, minimize waste, and reduce downtime. Blue Ridge Supply Planning supports multiple manufacturing strategies—including make-to-order, make-to-stock, and assemble-to-order—while balancing complex supply and demand across multi-site operations. The system integrates with replenishment engines and ERP systems, streamlining the flow of goods from procurement through manufacturing to distribution. Exception-based dashboards, scenario modeling, and automated order releases help teams respond quickly to demand changes and avoid costly disruptions. Ongoing support and coaching are provided through the Blue Ridge LifeLine team.

Key Features

Master Production Scheduling (MPS) Aligns planned orders, customer demand, inbound receipts, and backlog into a dynamic, recalculating production schedule.

• Drill into daily, weekly, and monthly views
• Real-time updates for precise control

Rough-Cut Capacity Planning (RCCP) Provides instant visibility into production capacity and constraints.

• Identifies bottlenecks before they occur
• Optimizes resource allocation and scheduling

Replenishment Automation Synchronizes raw material orders with production schedules to prevent shortages.

• Automates planned order releases
• Integrates real-time demand signals

Unified Demand & Supply Planning Connects demand forecasts, supply planning, and capacity management in a single workflow.

• Balances supply and demand across complex networks
• Supports hybrid manufacturing strategies

Exception-Based Management Automates detection and management of planning exceptions.

• Real-time alerts for actionable issues
• Configurable rules for exception handling

Integration with ERP and Replenishment Engines Streamlines data flow and planning processes.

• Pre-built connectors for rapid integration
• Reduces manual effort and errors

Benefits

Reduced Inefficiencies and Downtime Minimizes waste and production delays by automating and optimizing planning.

• Avoids overproduction and stockouts
• Reduces manual scheduling errors

Maximized Production Capacity Ensures optimal use of resources and clear-to-build validation.

• Increases customer fill rates
• Reacts quickly to demand spikes

Improved Service Levels and Compliance Aligns production with retailer requirements and OTIF (On Time In Full) standards.

• Prevents penalties and missed deliveries
• Enhances customer satisfaction

Scalable and Flexible Planning Adapts to various manufacturing and distribution models.

• Supports multi-site and hybrid operations
• Rapid deployment and ongoing expert support