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Summary
- New feature: Implementation of lean manufacturing for Planning Optimization in Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management.
- Enhances supply chain agility and responsiveness through fast, accurate supply plans.
- Supports lean manufacturing, catch weight pricing, and step consumption processes.
- No action required from users regarding this change.
- For more information, visit the provided link on implementing the new features.
Admin Impact: Low
User Impact: Low
Release Start: 26 Dec 2025
Release End: 26 Dec 2025
Services: Finance and Operations Apps
Category: Stay informed
Tags: New Feature
History
11/27/2025 Item Added to Message Center
Microsoft Message
We are announcing the ability to implement lean manufacturing for Planning Optimization in Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management. This feature will reach general availability on December 26, 2025.
How does this affect me?
The Planning Optimization engine enhances supply chain agility and responsiveness by generating fast, accurate supply plans that reduce costs and improve service levels. With this feature, it will now support the following business processes:
- Lean manufacturing: A production philosophy that maximizes value for customers while minimizing waste. It comes from the Toyota production system and focuses on continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
- Catch weight: A pricing and measurement system used mainly in the food industry. Products are sold based on their actual weight instead of a predetermined fixed weight. This system is important for items that naturally vary in size and weight, such as meat, seafood, and fresh produce.
- Step consumption: Manages material consumption to accommodate non-linear consumption rates that are based on production quantities.
What action do I need to take?
This message is for awareness, and no action is required.
If you would like more information on this feature, please visit Implement lean manufacturing, catch weight, and step consumption.