This training provides suppliers with an integrated understanding of BMW volume planning, capacity assurance, and the use of Kamäleon. The following topics are covered:

• BMW volume and program planning process
• A-Program, B-Program, Program 1, Program 2, Program 3, and program release timing
• Translation of vehicle planning into part-number demand
• Capacity planning fundamentals and bottleneck management
• Role of Kamäleon in collaborative demand and capacity management
• Comparison of BMW demand and supplier capacity
• Identification of demand trends, peak periods, and capacity risks
• Analysis of demand changes and simulation of capacity scenarios using Kamäleon

BMW suppliers located in the United States and Canada, particularly employees involved in:

• Logistics
• Production and Manufacturing
• Quality
• Capacity Planning
• Program and Project Management

Before the Training

• Ensure that you can log in to the BMW B2B Portal.
• Ask your company's B2B administrator to provide access to Kamäleon.
• Familiarize yourself with your production process and available capacities.
• Identify potential bottlenecks, such as machines, production lines, tools, or sub-suppliers.
• Prepare a list of BMW part numbers associated with those bottlenecks.
• If possible, bring a practical example or capacity-related question from your daily work.

During the Training

• Participants may be asked to turn on their cameras.
• Participants may be asked to share their desktops during practical exercises.
• Active participation and questions are encouraged.
• Practical examples from participants' production environments may be discussed during the session.