[Implementation of an Advanced Planning and Scheduling System in a pharmaceutical context].

Area of Science:

• Supply Chain Management
• Pharmaceutical Operations
• Industry 4.0 Technologies

Context:

• The pharmaceutical industry requires robust supply chains for national and international market expansion.
• The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the critical need for resilience against disruptions and high patient demand.
• Optimizing operations is essential for companies to maintain progress and meet stakeholder obligations.

Purpose:

• To describe the implementation of an Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS) system in a pharmaceutical laboratory.
• To integrate the APS system with an existing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software.
• To leverage data management and predictive analysis for improved operational performance.

Summary:

• This project details the integration of an APS system into a leading Tunisian pharmaceutical company aiming for market expansion.
• The APS system, combined with ERP, acts as a complementary decision-making tool for enhanced production planning.
• Utilizes Industry 4.0 tools for data management and predictive analysis to boost productivity and flexibility.

Impact:

• Improved operational performance, including productivity and flexibility, in response to fluctuating market demands.
• Enhanced supply chain resilience within the pharmaceutical sector, crucial for managing unexpected disruptions.
• Strengthened decision-making capabilities through the synergistic use of APS and ERP systems.