SIMUL8 Simulation：Why use SIMUL8 simulation software to improve processes?

Why use SIMUL8 simulation software to improve processes?

 

A visual, data-driven approach for evaluating and experimenting with business processes - without the cost, risk or impracticality of making changes in the real world.
 

What is process simulation?

 

Process simulation enables anyone to mimic and experiment with business processes in a risk-free, digital environment.

 

Let’s say we have a problem with long passenger queues at an airport. We can’t just start making changes in real life without first knowing the likely impact. Instead, we can use intuitive software like SIMUL8 to build a digital model that accurately simulates the full process and will allow us to make safe, risk-free changes.

 

We can incorporate all the process behaviors and constraints into the simulation, including:

• Passenger volumes arriving to the airport
• Number of check-in desks
• Number of security scanners
• Available departure gates
• How many employees we have to staff each part of the process
• Random events like equipment breakdown or staff shortages

 

By running the simulation, we can quickly see exactly where queues build up in the process. As well as highlighting any issues in the current system, another key benefit of simulation is the ability to then experiment with 'what if' questions and make process changes at no cost or risk to real world operations. In our airport simulation, we could add more staff, introduce self-service desks or even try changing flight schedules to see the impact on passenger queues. Any idea you can think of, you can simulate it and get the answers you need to make strong, confident decisions.

 

Processes don't have to currently exist to benefit from simulation. Many organizations build simulations for new processes or facilities that are being planned, like a new manufacturing line or hospital department. By simulating these processes, they can uncover any issues before it’s too late to easily fix them!

 

Benefits of using SIMUL8 for process simulation

 

Across every industry and vertical, organizations rely on simulation-driven insight to make smarter, confident decisions.

 

• Save time and money

Experimenting in the real world involves time and money. Simulation enables you to plan new processes or test changes to existing ones in a safe, digital environment without cost or risk to current operations.

• Make the right decision first time

Simulation enables evidence-based decisions. By comparing different scenarios, you can consider all possible angles and make confident decisions first time.

• Plan for uncertainty and reduce risk

With simulation you can run months or years into the future in seconds. Get answers now and plan for different scenarios before it's too late to react.

• Visualize proposals and build buy-in

Simulation is visual and animated. It's much more engaging than spreadsheets or presentations and helps demonstrate the impact of your ideas.