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Use of simulation modeling as a tool to address manufacturing issues e
nables the modeler to measure the performance of the existing or propo
sed systems under different operating schemes. It can help management
make basic evaluations of the different options. Therefore, simulation
of the system's operation has rapidly become one of the most useful a
nd common applications of computers. But, along with the prevailing us
e of simulation has come a great deal of misuse. Underlying all misuse
s is lack of knowledge. In this article the process of simulation mode
ling, data collection, common pitfalls in simulation modeling and its
implementations, data analysis, output interpretation, design of simul
ation experiments, and training requirements are described.