Capacity, flow & constraints · Core

Available capacity

Also called: net capacity

ELI5

Capacity actually available after planned losses, constraints and commitments.

Used in conversation

“Keep available capacity on the dashboard, but show the definition and reporting period beside it.”

Pitch context

You will see “Available capacity” in operating plans, procurement packs, supplier reviews and supply-chain reports when the discussion reaches capacity, flow & constraints.

Why it matters: In capacity, flow & constraints, the definition can change ownership, capacity, process, cost or safety decisions.

Sources & evidence · 3

Direct term-level sources and supporting source families.