Forward scheduling

A) begins with a delivery date, then offsets each operation one at a time, in reverse order.
B) is well suited where the supplier is usually able to meet precise delivery dates.
C) tends to minimize work-in-process inventory.
D) assumes that procurement of material and operations start as soon as requirements are known.
E) produces a schedule only if it meets the due date.

Forward scheduling assumes that procurement of material and operations start as soon as requirements are known. It works by scheduling tasks from the beginning of a project to its end. This means that work is scheduled based on the earliest possible start time and any delays or setbacks will affect the final completion date. It is well-suited for situations where delivery dates are fixed and materials and resources are readily available. Forward scheduling helps to minimize inventory and ensures that everything is ready for the delivery date.