The document discusses computer-aided process planning (CAPP) in manufacturing, which aims to streamline the process planning stage by automating the sequence of operations needed to produce parts. It delineates different CAPP systems, including retrieval type, generative, and hybrid systems, that rely on established data and decision-making logic. Furthermore, it covers manufacturing resource planning (MRP) methodologies, which convert production schedules into detailed material requirements, improving inventory control and production efficiency.