Dynamic simulation to probe the limits of a production and logistical system under the most varied framework conditions

Dynamic simulation means the representation of a manufacturing or logistica l system in an arithmetic model. With the help of such a model, the perform ance of the system can be tested under different framework conditions. It e nables the best possible layout both of the entire system as well as the in dividual manufacturing and logistical facilities; and, at the same time, it avoids any over-investment or 'planned' integration of bottlenecks. In man y of the projects carried out by the author it has emerged that the use of dynamic simulation only really makes sense in complex systems. Then, howeve r, apart from supporting the investment decision, there will also be art ob jectivization of the discussion as a useful side effect, in most cases. Dyn amic simulation is an extremely helpful tool to probe the limits of a produ ction and logistical system under the most varied framework conditions. Thi s is how the security of investment and rationalisation decisions can be in creased considerably. The application of this method, however, only makes s ense in complex situations, which cannot be grasped with a mere 'technical mind' anymore, in such cases, the work with the simulation model will alway s yield deepened insights into the company, as they would not be possible o therwise. The benefit is in avoiding wrong decisions and in arriving at the optimal layout of the systems; thus saving money and time.