Problem:
To fill the order in the following scenario, what is the net requirement for dark chocolate truffles?
Bunny Helpers, Inc. has just received an order for 100 Deluxe Easter Baskets, which must be ready for delivery at the start of Week 6. An MRP planner has prepared the following table showing product structure, lead times (orders are lot-for-lot), and quantities on-hand:
Deluxe Easter Basket BOM |
Lead Time |
On-Hand |
Deluxe Easter Basket |
1 week |
10 |
Dark Chocolate Truffles (2 per) |
2 weeks |
30 |
Carved Chocolate Eggs (4 per) |
1 week |
50 |
Each Deluxe Basket contains two dark chocolate truffles and four carved chocolate eggs; additionally, one box of Alka-Seltzer is included for those who overindulge. Solve the problem and show all work.