MAKESPAN Company specializes in providing workable and optimal solutions, to production planning and scheduling.We developed a unique APS scheduling algorithm and software that allows the factory to reduce significantly the total production lead-time while meeting user constraints like delivery dates etc. Shortening lead-time improves significantly the operating profit because it allows to increase throughput during the planning period without a corresponding increase in expenses (e.g. labor cost), except for raw materials.Our optimization mechanism takes into account many factors and therefore it is much more efficient than systems that consider only one factor like saving setup times or reducing Work in Process expenses.Our software runs under any version of Windows, it can work in conjunction with systems like ERP, MES, etc. or as a standalone system.We invite you to watch our website for explanations on EFA, our unique algorithm, and its scheduling solutions in a Casting plant and a PCB plant.