One the many benefits of Dynamic Simulation
tools is their ability to adapt the
simulation run based on interaction with
other environments such as user interaction,
databases, Excel spreadsheets, flat files,
and others. Therefore, a dynamic simulator
can act as a key visual and analytical
component in the daily activities of the
operation by
- Providing a live view of the
operation through RFID, Bar coding, or
ERP interaction (Virtual Camera) that
tracks all aspects and entities in the
operation including item and resource
movement.
- Providing an accurate forecasting
environment to better optimize and
improve the future of the operation,
hence playing a proactive role in
avoiding problems before they occur.
- Providing a dynamic scheduling
environment that constantly monitors the
incoming orders, the current state of
the operation, and constantly provide an
optimum schedule that minimizes cost and
improves efficiency.
In a high-mix environment such as a
Jobshop, custom order, or healthcare
services the need for a dynamic environment
is key to the future success of the
operation. The main question is that, if the
operation is dynamic in nature, where
the variables controlling the flow and their
constraints constantly change, does a
static tool that provides a snapshot in time
work as needed? Would a static value
stream provide an accurate representation?
Dynamic tools, that work in conjunction
with the constant changes in the operation,
are a must for proper modeling, simulation,
and scheduling. The future of
simulation modeling is with dynamic
simulation and modeling in order to harness
the most return on the time invested in
model building and analysis.
With Simcad Pro, a virtual replica
of the business is graphical built along
with its constraints defined and
implemented. The model can then be
dynamically tied in to ERP/MRP systems or
RFID for dynamic loading of the current
state. In addition, Simcad Pro connects to
order entry systems to pull upcoming orders
and delivery dates, along with changes in
the model constraints. Based on that
information, Simcad Pro continuously
monitors the flow and generates the optimum
schedule that decreases lead time and
increases efficiencies.
Simcad Pro maintains the investment in
the model building, value stream analyzer,
and efficiency analysis to include dynamic
scheduling for resources (workforce) and
objects per workstation. The generated
schedule is geared toward reduced work in
progress, increased efficiency, and most
importantly reducing lead times and
increasing on time delivery.
With the upcoming Thin Clients (Summer
07), Simcad Pro extends its capabilities to
support the sales force in promising
attainable delivery dates based on current
workloads.
Schedule a free
30 min web demo to learn more about Real
Time Scheduling.
sales@createasoft.com
