Finite capacity scheduling, unlike MRP, recognizes the capacity limitations of departments and machines when building schedules.

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Finite capacity scheduling is designed to build schedules that take into consideration the capacity limitations of departments and machines. MRP (Materials Requirement Planning) does not always do this, and may generate schedules that are not feasible due to capacity constraints.

Finite Capacity Scheduling, Unlike MRP, Recognizes the Capacity Limitations of Departments