The Use of Simulation with Supply Chains
Brannstrom, John (2011)
Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu
2011
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https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2011111114462
https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2011111114462
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Abstract
The aim of this thesis is to learn how computer simulation is being used within the area of supply chains.
The project was made available by DigiBranch. The DigiBranch project was created to learn more about simulation, virtual production, lifecycle management, manufacturability, prototyping and structural engineering
Background research was done on supply chains and then simulation. Research about supply chains included what it is and how it is managed. The simulation research was about history, what it is, and how to make a simulation model.
Then a look at how supply chains are being simulated today and a couple examples are looked at.
A case study concerning the supply chain for a virtual motorcycle factory made by Digibranch was attempted to be made as well.
The conclusion was that the use of simulation with supply chains is a useful tool. Although it can be expensive and time consuming the benefits from simulation proved worthwhile. The test case study was unable to be finished but was helpful in learning more about simulation.
The aim of this thesis is to learn how computer simulation is being used within the area of supply chains.
The project was made available by DigiBranch. The DigiBranch project was created to learn more about simulation, virtual production, lifecycle management, manufacturability, prototyping and structural engineering
Background research was done on supply chains and then simulation. Research about supply chains included what it is and how it is managed. The simulation research was about history, what it is, and how to make a simulation model.
Then a look at how supply chains are being simulated today and a couple examples are looked at.
A case study concerning the supply chain for a virtual motorcycle factory made by Digibranch was attempted to be made as well.
The conclusion was that the use of simulation with supply chains is a useful tool. Although it can be expensive and time consuming the benefits from simulation proved worthwhile. The test case study was unable to be finished but was helpful in learning more about simulation.