Principal Michael D. Ford is mostly known for his excellent training and education programs in supply chain related topics like Demand and Supply planning, LEAN Manufacturing and TQM, but he is also an innovator when it comes to making the mechanics of these topics work in real-life situations.

The algorithm described in “How to Plan, Schedule and Sequence for Demand-based Manufacturing” and “Beyond The Basics Of MRP: Is Your System Driving Excessive Order Quantities ?” can often be directly applied to solve supply chain problems, or can be enhanced through the AdapLink rules engine and integrated directly into ERP systems through AdapLink to achieve even higher productivity through automation and integration.