Why ProSched …….as compared to other scheduling systems?
APS systems differ in philosophy, user interface, and underlying technology. The major differences in philosophy revolve around how the decisions are made in the APS system or “Who does the work?” Low end systems require the user to make most of the decisions about where and when activities are executed. There are often no indications from the lower end system when process requirements are violated. Low end systems are typically designed around an electronic Gantt Chart. With a completely manual electronic Gantt Chart the user moves boxes representing activity on the screen until all the activities appear on the right equipment at the right time. The determination of “right” is made by the user based on their knowledge of the process. High end APS systems differentiate themselves based on user interface and underlying technology. Since APS systems generally require manipulating large amounts of information the quality of the user interface is an important consideration. Information sho
