2.2.3 Comprehensive Quantitative Decision Support Systems
The SC planning matrix from Fleischmann et al. (2008) classifies planning tasks according to the SC processes and the planning horizons (see Fig.2.1).
They distinguish horizontally along the flow of goods between procurement, production, distribution and sales. Procurement is concerned with providing the resources. Production covers aspects from location planning to shop floor control. Distribution bridges the gap between production and customers. Sales consider