Opcenter APS (formerly Preactor)
Advanced planning and scheduling.
Overview
Opcenter APS (formerly known as Preactor) is a suite of advanced planning and scheduling software from Siemens Digital Industries Software. It is designed to help manufacturers of all sizes to manage their production planning and scheduling. Opcenter APS can be used for long-term strategic planning, medium-term tactical planning, and detailed sequencing and scheduling. It is highly customizable and can be integrated with other enterprise systems like ERP and MES.
✨ Key Features
- Finite capacity scheduling
- Advanced constraint modeling
- Interactive Gantt chart
- What-if scenario analysis
- Order-based multi-constraint scheduling
- Bill-of-materials (BOM) level planning
- Integration with ERP and MES
- Schedule optimization
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Part of the Siemens Digital Industries Software portfolio, offering strong integration with other Siemens products
- Highly configurable and customizable to specific industry needs
- Scalable from small businesses to large enterprises
Unique Value: Provides a highly flexible and scalable APS solution that can be tailored to the specific needs of any manufacturing environment, backed by the expertise and ecosystem of Siemens.
🎯 Use Cases (3)
✅ Best For
- Food and beverage production scheduling
- Automotive component manufacturing
- Electronics assembly planning
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Businesses requiring a very simple, out-of-the-box scheduling tool with minimal configuration
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a deeper level of customization and a more extensive partner network for implementation and support compared to some newer, cloud-only solutions.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Varies by partner tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
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