Using ERP as Data Source for Discrete-event Simulation Model
Alonen, Antti (2012)
Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulu
2012
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https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2012052810366
https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2012052810366
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The main goal for this thesis was to find out if ERP-systems could be used as a data source for the discrete-event simulation, DES, models. Secondary goals were finding out best practices, creating a practical demonstration and using information from the ERP and DES in the decision support system.
The theoretical part of the thesis includes basic information about discrete-event simulation and simulation projects. Current use and possible ways to connect DES-models and ERP-systems were studied from simulation literature and related articles.
In a case study, 3DCreate simulation software was used to build a DES- model of Junttan Oy’s assembly line. Junttan’s ERP-system was connected to a graphical user interface for the simulation model where input data was processed. The user interface also functioned as a decision support system for production planning.
This thesis resulted in a practical example on how to link ERP system and a DES model in industrial scale manufacturing environment. This allows using simulation models continuously as part of a decision support system. Additionally, a graphical user interface was developed for input data processing and it also functions as a decision support tool for production planning.
The theoretical part of the thesis includes basic information about discrete-event simulation and simulation projects. Current use and possible ways to connect DES-models and ERP-systems were studied from simulation literature and related articles.
In a case study, 3DCreate simulation software was used to build a DES- model of Junttan Oy’s assembly line. Junttan’s ERP-system was connected to a graphical user interface for the simulation model where input data was processed. The user interface also functioned as a decision support system for production planning.
This thesis resulted in a practical example on how to link ERP system and a DES model in industrial scale manufacturing environment. This allows using simulation models continuously as part of a decision support system. Additionally, a graphical user interface was developed for input data processing and it also functions as a decision support tool for production planning.