Simulation :-

• A simulation imitates the operation of real world processes or systems with the use of models. The model represents the key behaviours and characteristics of the selected process or system while the simulation represents how the model evolves under different conditions over time.

• Simulations are usually computer-based, using a software-generated model to provide support for the decisions of managers and engineers as well as for training purposes. Simulation techniques aid understanding and experimentation, as the models are both visual and interactive.

• Simulation systems include discrete event simulation, process simulation and dynamic simulation. Businesses may use all of these systems across different levels of the organisation.

How Simulation Works :-

• Simulation works through the use of intuitive simulation software to create a visual mock-up of a process. This visual simulation should include details of timings, rules, resources and constraints, to accurately reflect the real-world process.

• This can be applied to a range of scenarios, for example, you can model a supermarket and the likely behaviours of customers as they move around the shop as it becomes busier. This can inform decisions including staffing requirements, shop floor layout, and supply chain needs.

• Another example would be a manufacturing environment where different parts of the line can be simulated to assess how their processes interact with those of others. This can provide an overview of how the entire system will perform in order to devise innovative methods to improve performance.

Advantages of Simulation :-

• Less Financial Risk
• Examine Long-Term Impacts
• Gain Insights for Process Improvement
• Assess Random Events