Why Attend
The PIMS Certification (Preparation for the Exam) program is a specialized training course developed and delivered by Commonwealth Training and Consulting Africa, aimed at preparing professionals for certification in Production Information Management Systems (PIMS). This program has been meticulously designed to equip participants from the Manufacturing Planning Department with the essential knowledge and competencies to not only pass the certification exam but also implement PIMS effectively in their operational environments.
Instructor-led training that uses interactive learning methods, including class discussion, small group activities, and role-playing
Understand the fundamentals and architecture of PIMS in a manufacturing environment.; Identify how PIMS supports planning, scheduling, and performance optimization.; Gain familiarity with industry-standard terminologies and practices for the certification exam.; Analyze and interpret PIMS data to support production decisions.; Apply PIMS tools and techniques in production planning scenarios.; Prepare confidently for the PIMS certification exam with mock assessments and practice questions.
This course is ideal for: Manufacturing Planners and Production Schedulers; Supply Chain and Logistics Coordinators; Industrial Engineers and Process Analysts; IT professionals supporting manufacturing systems; Quality Assurance Managers and Operations Supervisors; Anyone preparing for the PIMS Certification exam
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Day 1: Introduction to PIMS and Manufacturing Planning Integration
Overview of PIMS: Purpose, Scope, and Benefits
Understanding Manufacturing Planning Processes
Key Components and Architecture of PIMS
Role of PIMS in Integrated Manufacturing Systems
Data Flow and System Interactions
Day 2: Core Functionalities of PIMS in Production Planning
Master Data Management (BOMs, Routings, Work Centers)
Demand Forecasting and Load Planning
Inventory Management and Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
Capacity Planning and Shop Floor Control
Real-time Data Capture and Reporting
Day 3: Analyzing PIMS Outputs and Performance Metrics
KPI Identification for Manufacturing Performance
Data Analytics and Dashboards in PIMS
Exception Reporting and Corrective Actions
Aligning PIMS Reports with Decision-Making Needs
Hands-on Analysis Exercises
Practice Questions and Review
Day 4: PIMS Best Practices and Exam Preparation
PIMS Implementation Success Factors
System Integration: ERP, MES, and SCM Platforms
User Adoption and Change Management
Common Exam Topics and Certification Guide Overview
Day 5: Case Studies, Mock Exam, and Review
Full-Length Mock Certification Exam
Guided Review of Exam Answers
Group Activity: PIMS Planning Simulation
Individual Coaching and Feedback Session
Certification Strategy and Final Q&A
Wrap-Up and Closing Remarks