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Capacity

Capacity refers to the maximum output capability of a production facility, department, or entire company within a specific period of time. It is typically expressed in units per time unit (e.g., pieces per hour). Capacity planning is a central task in production management to align supply and demand.

Architecture

flowchart TD     A[Planning phase] --> B[Capacity calculation]     B --> C[Capacity measurement]     C --> D[Capacity utilization]     D --> E[Capacity adjustment]     E --> F[Implementation]     F --> G[Control]     G --> A 

In Context

• Typically used together with Utilization, Performance and Efficiency
• Related to: Capacity planning, Production planning, Resource management
• Example use: Determining the maximum production quantity of a production line per shift