Capacity planning is the process of determining the production capacity needed by an organization to meet changing demands for its products or services. This cluster teaches learners how to forecast demand, assess current capacity, and plan for future needs to ensure that resources are used efficiently and that supply meets demand. By mastering capacity planning, professionals can optimize resource allocation, reduce bottlenecks, and enhance operational agility.

This cluster is ideal for operations managers, production planners, and supply chain managers. Practical outcomes include improved resource utilization, better demand forecasting, and enhanced ability to respond to market changes.

Learners will explore techniques such as demand forecasting, capacity analysis, and resource planning. Tools like capacity planning software, demand forecasting tools, and resource management platforms will be covered to help learners implement and manage capacity planning processes effectively.