Cin7 Core - Material Requirements Planning (MRP)

Cin7 Core MRP Explained | How Material Requirements Planning Works

In this Cin7 Core tutorial, Ryan from Fiskal walks you through the MRP (Material Requirements Planning) module — what it is, what data it uses, and how it connects demand, supply, and forecasting to help you plan production and purchasing efficiently.

If you’ve ever wondered how to use MRP in Cin7 Core to forecast demand, plan assemblies, or automate purchasing decisions, this video gives you a foundational overview before diving deeper into setup and configuration in later videos.

Learn how to:
Understand what Cin7’s MRP engine actually does
Identify what input data is required for accurate planning
Balance supply and demand across sales, assemblies, and transfers
Configure supplier settings, lead times, and safety stock
Use demand forecasting to drive smarter purchasing and production decisions

⏱️ Chapters
00:00 – Introduction to MRP in Cin7 Core
00:29 – What Is the MRP Engine and How It Works
00:42 – Understanding Demand: Sales Orders, Production Jobs, Transfers, and Forecasts
01:25 – Understanding Supply: Stock on Hand and Open Purchase Orders
02:14 – Why Accurate Data Matters for MRP Results
03:26 – How MRP Makes Suggestions (Purchase, Assembly, or Transfer Orders)
04:00 – Key Setup Requirements for Accurate Planning
04:16 – Product Data and Bills of Materials (BOMs)
05:37 – Supplier Setup: Lead Times, Minimum Orders & Preferred Vendors
06:25 – Safety Stock, Reorder Quantities, and Location-Specific Data
08:06 – Supply Rules: Trigger–Condition–Action Framework
09:04 – Sales Forecasting and Historical Data in MRP
10:20 – Creating Demand Forecasts Manually or via Cin7 Reports
10:59 – Recap: Core Data You Need Before Running MRP

💡 About Fiskal
Fiskal is your Financial Operations Partner, helping $1M–$50M product-based businesses bridge the gap between finance and operations through Cin7 Core optimization, ERP cleanups, and ongoing system management.

We ensure your ERP delivers accurate reporting, better inventory control, and scalable processes — all supported by real-world operational finance expertise.

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