Planet Together APS: Advanced Scheduling

Optimized production schedules that reduce bottlenecks, improve flow, and increase delivery reliability.

Smart Scheduling for Manufacturing Excellence

Planet Together APS is an advanced production scheduling platform that optimises capacity planning, resource allocation, and material requirements — all connected to your existing ERP system.

Automate, optimise and compare production plans in real time
Synchronise across plants, work centres, labour and inventory
Cornell University foundations with rapid 2-4 day deployment

2-4

Days to Deploy

Designed for manufacturers with revenues between $25M–$1B, Planet Together turns manual scheduling challenges into competitive advantages that drive profitability.

Built for Your Team

Who Benefits

Planet Together APS delivers value across your entire organisation, from the shop floor to the boardroom

Drive Efficiency

Operations Managers

Improve efficiency and customer servicing. Prove your competence while avoiding the risk of failure.

Real-time production visibility
Data-driven decision making
Reduced operational costs
Improved customer satisfaction
Seamless Integration

IT Directors

Avoid integration failures while fitting into existing frameworks. Our Proof of Concept evaluation is vital.

Standard ERP connectors
Rapid 2-4 day deployment
Minimal IT overhead
Secure data management
Work Smarter

Planners & Schedulers

Feel confident in your ability to use the software while seeing that it will work well and make the job easier.

Visual Gantt chart scheduling
Drag-and-drop simplicity
What-if scenario planning
Automated optimization
Maximise Returns

Finance Officers

Reduce unit costs and predict cash flows with realistic, optimized production plans.

Cost-aware scheduling
Cash flow prediction
ROI within 3-6 months
Financial analytics dashboards
Comprehensive Tools

Powerful Features for Smart Manufacturing

Comprehensive tools designed to optimize every aspect of your production planning

Pinpoint and resolve capacity bottlenecks before they impact delivery
Proactive material and inventory management across all lines
Intelligent buffer sizing and placement to optimize flow
Maximize throughput at constraint points with smart scheduling
Maximize equipment utilization with intelligent machine allocation
Ensure appropriate staffing levels aligned with production needs
Manage critical tool availability and maintenance windows
Plan maintenance proactively to minimize production disruption
Drag-and-drop Gantt chart for intuitive schedule adjustments
What-if scenario planning with unlimited undo and redo
Real-time order status tracking with smart prioritization
Expedite rush orders and split jobs for flexible management
Custom order attributes and filtering for focused planning
Seamless Connectivity

ERP Integrations

Planet Together APS connects seamlessly with all major ERP systems through standard connectors and customizable integration options

Tier 1 Certified

Full bidirectional connectors for the world's leading enterprise resource planning systems

SAP ERPFull bidirectional integration
SAP Business OneComplete connectivity
SAP ByDesignCloud ERP integration
Microsoft Dynamics AX365 for Operations
Microsoft Dynamics NAVBusiness Central
Microsoft Dynamics GPFull integration support
Oracle E-BusinessEnterprise suite
QAD Adaptive ERPNative connector
Extended Ecosystem

Growing network of industry and specialist ERP connectors for niche manufacturing environments

InforCloudSuite & LN
SageMAS 500 / MAS 90/200
SysProManufacturing ERP
ApteanIndustry ERP
FactivityMES integration
Flexible Connectivity

Multiple integration options ensure Planet Together APS fits seamlessly into your existing IT infrastructure

Integration WizardEasy guided setup
Web Services APIRESTful access
Real-time File LoadingAutomated sync
SQL ServerDirect connectivity
Excel & ODBCUniversal import/export
Custom ScriptsTailored integration
Got Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about Planet Together APS

01

How quickly can we implement Planet Together APS?

Most customers can implement the core system within 2-4 days, with full integration and optimization typically completed within 2-4 weeks, depending on complexity. This rapid deployment is one of Planet Together's key advantages.

02

How does Planet Together APS differ from the scheduling module in our ERP?

Unlike basic ERP scheduling modules, Planet Together APS provides advanced constraint management, visual scheduling, multi-factor optimization, and "what-if" scenario planning capabilities specifically designed for complex manufacturing environments.

03

Can Planet Together APS handle our specific industry requirements?

Yes, Planet Together APS is highly configurable and has been successfully implemented across diverse industries including automotive, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, electronics, and discrete manufacturing.

04

Will Planet Together APS work with our existing ERP system?

Planet Together APS integrates with all major ERP systems including SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, QAD, Oracle, Infor, and many others through standard connectors and customizable integration options.

05

How do users typically interact with the system?

Planners and schedulers primarily use the visual Gantt chart interface for schedule creation and modification, while executives and managers leverage the comprehensive reporting tools for performance monitoring and decision support.

06

What kind of ROI can we expect from implementing Planet Together APS?

Most customers achieve ROI within 3-6 months through improvements in on-time delivery, reduced inventory, increased throughput, and decreased expediting costs. The rapid implementation means you start seeing benefits almost immediately.