Concurrent Capacity Business Central

Concurrent Capacities in Business Central Simplified

Empowering Manufacturing with Efficient Scheduling

Introduction

In today's fast-paced manufacturing environment, optimizing production efficiency is crucial. Business Central's Concurrent Capacities feature offers a powerful solution to streamline scheduling and enhance production capabilities.

Understanding Concurrent Capacities

Concurrent capacity refers to the ability of a machine or resource to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. By utilizing this concept, Business Central enables you to allocate multiple units of capacity to a single operation, reducing scheduling time and maximizing production output.

Benefits of Concurrent Capacities

Implementing concurrent capacities in Business Central offers numerous benefits:

• Reduced Scheduling Time: Concurrent capacities allow for faster scheduling by reducing the time required to assign multiple units of capacity to an operation.
• Increased Production Output: By optimizing capacity utilization, you can increase production output without the need for additional resources.
• Improved Resource Allocation: Concurrent capacities enhance resource allocation by ensuring that available capacity is effectively distributed.

How to Set Up Concurrent Capacities

To set up concurrent capacities in Business Central:

1. Navigate to the "Machine Center" page.
2. Select the machine center and click "Edit."
3. In the "Capacity" section, enter the desired concurrent capacity.
4. Click "OK" to save the changes.

Example

Consider a machine center with a capacity of 1. By setting a concurrent capacity of 3, the machine center can now simultaneously process up to 3 operations, reducing the time required to complete the operations by up to 67%.

Conclusion

Concurrent capacities in Business Central offer a powerful tool for businesses seeking to enhance their manufacturing efficiency. By reducing scheduling time, increasing production output, and improving resource allocation, concurrent capacities empower manufacturers to drive productivity and compete effectively in today's competitive market.