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Chapter 14, Problem 3Q
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To identify: the output of aggregate planning and its uses
Aggregate planning is the integrated plan for the production process for 6-18 months in advance about the resources procurement, quantity of outputs, outsourcing items for every period are decided. The objectives of aggregate planning are to meet the demand and supply by reducing the overall cost and maximum utilization of the resources.
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