Planning Optimizer® – Smarter Planning & Scheduling for Any Industry
Planning Optimizer® – Advanced Job Planning Software for Streamlined Operations
Proper planning is the foundation of operational success. With the right tools in place, organizations can significantly increase operational awareness, reduce scheduled non-compliance work, and streamline workflows. Effective planning not only minimizes extra effort and incomplete work preparation but also ensures tasks are executed with greater accuracy and efficiency.
That’s where Planning Optimizer®, part of the APM Optimizer Suite™, comes in. This full-function, detailed job planning solution is designed to scale from small organizations to large multi-site enterprises. Whether you’re managing a single facility or coordinating operations across multiple locations, Planning Optimizer® gives you the tools to maintain consistent, reliable planning processes.
Unlike other solutions, Planning Optimizer® empowers you to build reusable job plan libraries that eliminate repetitive work, reduce human error, and drive efficiency across your operations. Its intuitive interface allows your team to get started in minutes, while its advanced features support long-term scalability and continuous improvement.
Companies across manufacturing, energy, utilities, and asset-intensive industries in North America and worldwide rely on Planning Optimizer® to simplify complex planning challenges. With real-time visibility, improved compliance, and standardized workflows, your team will avoid the common pitfalls that undermine productivity and profitability.
Ready to see it in action? Watch our short demo video today and schedule a free consultation with our experts to learn how Planning Optimizer® can transform your operations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What industries use Planning Optimizer®?
A: It’s widely used in manufacturing, utilities, oil & gas, energy, and other asset-intensive industries across the U.S., Canada, and globally.
Q: How quickly can my team start using it?
A: Most teams are up and running in minutes thanks to its intuitive, user-friendly design.
Q: Is Planning Optimizer® scalable?
A: Yes—whether you operate a small facility or a multi-site enterprise, it scales seamlessly.
Topics: Work Management, Video

Posted by
Ken Arthur | CRL
Through his 30+ years of experience in various industrial industries, Ken is a global leader and expert in Work Management and Execution services. Ken delivers performance improvement in areas such as work management processes, leadership development, strategic planning, maintenance and process reliability, needs assessment, learning organization applications, and performance management and appraisal system design. Ken is also a veteran who served in the U.S. Navy.