NETRONIC Visual Advanced Production Scheduler

What NETRONIC Visual Advanced Production Scheduler is

NETRONIC Visual Advanced Production Scheduler (VAPS) adds visual finite-capacity scheduling to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central manufacturing. It is aimed at configure-to-order operations that coordinate machine work and labor-intensive assembly. Planners can generate several schedule simulations, compare scenarios through KPIs, and publish the chosen schedule. Automatic finite-capacity scheduling is available alongside drag-and-drop planning, with controls intended to avoid resource overbooking. VAPS calculates the earliest material-availability date for each production-order line and can block schedules that would violate that date. Routing steps can include alternative machines plus runtime and setup-time factors. The extension works exclusively with Business Central’s standard manufacturing functionality. NETRONIC says its scheduling logic runs inside Business Central and customer data remains there. Deployment is through Microsoft AppSource for Business Central in Microsoft’s cloud, or local installation for Business Central on-premises. AppSource downloading provides a 30-day trial. The product supports shop-floor updates, ERP integration, material and labor constraints, and what-if scenarios. NETRONIC was founded in 1975 and is headquartered in Aachen, Germany.

Who it suits

VAPS suits configure-to-order manufacturers scheduling machine operations and labor-intensive assembly in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. It is also suitable for organizations needing finite-capacity planning, material constraints, scenario comparisons, and either cloud or on-premises deployment.

Limits

There is no free plan. The AppSource trial lasts 30 days; subscription pricing is tied to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central full users, with additional operations and services priced on request.

Getting started

1. Open the NETRONIC VAPS page
2. Use Microsoft AppSource for Business Central cloud deployment
3. Install locally for Business Central on-premises
4. Download VAPS to start the 30-day trial
5. Use the VAPS Planner subscription for ongoing access

Verdict

Choose VAPS when your manufacturing planning is built on Business Central and requires finite-capacity control, material checks, and scenario publishing. Look elsewhere if you need a standalone scheduler for other ERP systems or a free plan.