Tactic by Waterloo Manufacturing Software
Production Scheduling and Advanced Planning & Scheduling Software.
Overview
TACTIC by Waterloo Manufacturing Software is a production scheduling and advanced planning and scheduling (APS) software designed for manufacturers. It helps companies create achievable production schedules by considering the finite capacity of all resources, including machines, tooling, labor, skills, and materials. TACTIC is known for its sophisticated scheduling algorithms and what-if analysis capabilities, allowing planners to promise delivery dates, plan production, and manage changes effectively.
✨ Key Features
- Finite capacity scheduling
- Advanced planning and scheduling (APS)
- What-if scenario analysis
- Automated scheduling
- Capacity planning
- Material requirements planning
- Machine scheduling
- Priority scheduling
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Highly customizable to specific manufacturing environments
- Sophisticated scheduling algorithms
- Strong what-if analysis capabilities
Unique Value: Provides manufacturers with a powerful and flexible tool to create highly accurate and achievable production schedules, leading to improved on-time delivery and resource utilization.
🎯 Use Cases (3)
✅ Best For
- Custom machinery manufacturing
- Metal fabrication scheduling
- Plastics and rubber manufacturing planning
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Companies that do not require detailed, constraint-based scheduling
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a higher degree of customization and more sophisticated scheduling algorithms compared to the standard scheduling modules of many ERP systems.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Varies by plan tier)
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
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