After you have made the decision whether to implement a simulation study, the question of the right simulation system or the appropriate external service provider arises.
Which hardware, which operating system is generally used?
Which qualifications does the future user of the software hold?
Are data from databases or CAD systems to be incorporated into the simulation model?
How large will the models be?
Most simulation system manufacturers offer a trial installation or a hire of the system for a limited period. This offer is particularly advisable as it is only by handling the software that you get to know the advantages and disadvantages and will be able to determine the appropriate system for the individual requirements cost-effectively.
Today a constantly increasing number of consultancies offer simulation services.
Deciding criteria for the selection of the right partner are:
Has the service provider got experience in the specific area (call for references)?
How long has the company been providing these services for?
Is one or are several established simulation systems used?
What does the simulation service comprise? Here the following points in particular should be regarded:
Complete descriptive documentation of the model
Documentation of the generated source code through pseudo code, structogram or program flow chart
Representation of the operative and informational controls
Development of alternative strategies
Tabular and graphical processing of the results
Evaluation of the results and suggestions for optimisation
After this synopsis some questions will probably remain open. We will be happy to advise you in a non-committal personal talk whether and how simulation can be used beneficially in your company. Contact us!
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