Teaches basic and advanced modeling and simulation techniques to both undergraduate and postgraduate students and serves as a practical guide and manual for professionals learning how to build simulation models using WITNESS, a free-standing software package. This book discusses the theory behind simulation and demonstrates how to build simulation models with WITNESS. The book begins with an explanation of the concepts of simulation modeling and a “guided tour” of the WITNESS modeling environment. Next, the authors cover the basics of building simulation models using WITNESS and modeling of material-handling systems. After taking a brief tour in basic probability and statistics, simulation model input analysis is then examined in detail, including the importance and techniques of fitting closed-form distributions to observed data. Next, the authors present simulation output analysis including determining run controls and statistical analysis of simulation outputs and show how to use these techniques and others to undertake simulation model verification and validation. Effective techniques for managing a simulation project are analyzed, and case studies exemplifying the use of simulation in manufacturing and services are covered. Simulation-based optimization methods and the use of simulation to build and enhance lean systems are then discussed. Finally, the authors examine the interrelationships and synergy between simulation and Six Sigma. Emphasizes real-world applications of simulation modeling in both services and manufacturing sectors Discusses the role of simulation in Six Sigma projects and Lean Systems Contains examples in each chapter on the methods and concepts presented Process Simulation Using WITNESS is a resource for students, researchers, engineers, management consultants, and simulation trainers.

Teaches basic and advanced modeling and simulation techniques to both undergraduate and postgraduate students and serves as a practical guide and manual for professionals learning how to build simulation models using WITNESS, a free-standing software package. This book discusses the theory behind simulation and demonstrates how to build simulation models with WITNESS. The book begins with an explanation of the concepts of simulation modeling and a “guided tour” of the WITNESS modeling environment. Next, the authors cover the basics of building simulation models using WITNESS and modeling of material-handling systems. After taking a brief tour in basic probability and statistics, simulation model input analysis is then examined in detail, including the importance and techniques of fitting closed-form distributions to observed data. Next, the authors present simulation output analysis including determining run controls and statistical analysis of simulation outputs and show how to use these techniques and others to undertake simulation model verification and validation. Effective techniques for managing a simulation project are analyzed, and case studies exemplifying the use of simulation in manufacturing and services are covered. Simulation-based optimization methods and the use of simulation to build and enhance lean systems are then discussed. Finally, the authors examine the interrelationships and synergy between simulation and Six Sigma. Emphasizes real-world applications of simulation modeling in both services and manufacturing sectors Discusses the role of simulation in Six Sigma projects and Lean Systems Contains examples in each chapter on the methods and concepts presented Process Simulation Using WITNESS is a resource for students, researchers, engineers, management consultants, and simulation trainers.

Rational Process Design and Simulation Modeling with Witness HorizonLanner Group released the latest update to their process simulation software, Witness Horizon, in 2016. Witness Horizon includes many updates from prior releases especially with regard to dramatic enhancements in three-dimensional modeling. The previous edition of this text, which is also available in Kindle format, is specific to Witness 13 and 14. This edition or Rational Process Design & Simulation Modeling with Witness Horizon provides an introduction to manufacturing process design and simulation modeling. More than being a simple explanation of the mechanics of developing simulation models, there is a significant focus on the use of Axiomatic Design for manufacturing processes, building the simulation models up from a strong foundation of process and product functional requirements. Additionally, incorporation of Process Failure Mode Effect Analysis with simulation modeling is reviewed and demonstrated.The text consists of seven chapters, with each chapter building on the concepts presented in those prior. Chapter 1 - Simulation model project planningChapter 2 - Introduction to Lanner Witness structure and menusChapter 3 - Building a first simple modelChapter 4 - SMT electronics manufacturing modelChapter 5 - Conveyors and pathsChapter 6 - Variables and variabilityChapter 7 - Advanced topics: PFMEA and simulation, Axiomatic Design of simulation models and 3D modeling

Rational Process Design and Simulation Modeling with Witness Horizon 22 Lanner Group released the latest update to their WITNESS process simulation software, WITNESS Horizon 22, in 2018. WITNESS Horizon includes many updates from prior releases especially including dramatic enhancements in three-dimensional modeling, Data Tables and charting tools. This edition of Rational Process Design & Simulation Modeling with WITNESS Horizon 22 provides an introduction to manufacturing process design and simulation modeling. More than being just a simple explanation of the mechanics of developing simulation models, there is a significant focus on the use of Axiomatic Design for manufacturing processes and building stochastic simulation models based on a strong foundation of process and product functional requirements. The approach is conversational with occasional humorous asides, taking the reader through a series of exercises that are illustrated step-by-step. The seven chapters of exercises sequentially build knowledge, experience and the reader's self-confidence. After all, one would certainly be reluctant to learn to ride a bicycle from reading a book. Learning to develop useful simulation models is, in the end, best accomplished by actually building models and this text supports that model building with a thorough level of detail. Table of Contents Chapter 1 - Planning Your Simulation Project Chapter 2 - Introduction to Lanner WITNESS Structure & Menus Chapter 3 - Building Your First Model! Chapter 4 Modeling SMT Electronic Manufacturing Chapter 5 Conveyors, Paths and Pretzel Logic Chapter 6 Variables and Variability Stochastic modeling Fitting probability density functions to data Data Tables Charts Chapter 7 Advanced Topics 3 D modeling Axiomatic Design PFMEA and Simulation Chapter 8.0 Activity Based Costs and Simulation

Rational Process Design and Simulation Modeling with Witness Horizon 22.5Lanner Group released the latest update to their WITNESS process simulation software, WITNESS Horizon 22.5, in 2019. WITNESS Horizon includes many updates from prior releases especially including dramatic enhancements in linkages to Relational Database Management Systems, three-dimensional modeling, Data Tables and charting tools. This fully color illustrated edition of Rational Process Design & Simulation Modeling with WITNESS Horizon 22.5 provides an introduction to manufacturing process design and simulation modeling. More than being just a simple explanation of the mechanics of developing simulation models, there is a significant focus on the use of Axiomatic Design for manufacturing processes and building stochastic simulation models based on a strong foundation of process and product functional requirements. The approach is conversational with occasional quasi-humorous asides, taking the reader through a series of exercises that are illustrated step-by-step. The seven chapters of exercises sequentially build knowledge, experience and the reader's self-confidence. After all, one would certainly be reluctant to learn to ride a bicycle from reading a book. Learning to develop useful simulation models is, in the end, best accomplished by actually building models and this text supports that model building with a thorough level of detail. With this latest edition, introspection questions have been added to the conclusion of each chapter to further the learning process.Table of Contents Chapter 1 - Planning Your Simulation ProjectChapter 2 - Introduction to Lanner WITNESS Structure & MenusChapter 3 - Building Your First Model!Chapter 4 Modeling SMT Electronic ManufacturingChapter 5 Conveyors, Paths and Pretzel LogicChapter 6 Variables and Variability Stochastic modelingFitting probability density functions to dataData TablesChartsChapter 7 Advanced Topics, 3 D modeling, Axiomatic Design, PFMEA and SimulationChapter 8 Simulation Modeling of Activity Based Costs

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Witness HORIZON 25 Simulation Modeling: Rational Process Design Lanner Group released the latest update to their WITNESS process simulation software, WITNESS HORIZON 25, in 2022. WITNESS HORIZON 25 includes many enahncements from prior releases. These improvements build upon Witness's strengths in modeling discrete even and flow processes. Some of these capabilities? Best in class capability to model multicycle machines, model machine breakdowns with multiple breakdown causes, each with independent frequencies of occurrence, and finally modeling internal and external setup activities. To facilitate digital twinning, Witness HORIZON can both receive data from external sources and supply data as an output. These interactions can be with Microsoft Excel and Access as well as through SQL. This fully color illustrated edition of Witness HORIZON 25 Simulation Modeling: Rational Process Design provides an introduction to manufacturing process design and simulation modeling. More than being just a simple explanation of the mechanics of developing simulation models, there is a significant focus on the use of Axiomatic Design for manufacturing processes and building stochastic simulation models based on a strong foundation of process and product functional requirements. The author's approach is conversational with occasional humorous asides, taking the reader through a series of realistic exercises that are illustrated step-by-step. The eight chapters of exercises sequentially build knowledge, experience and, in the end, the modeler's self-confidence. After all, one would certainly be reluctant to learn to ride a bicycle from reading a book. Learning to develop useful simulation models is, in the end, best accomplished by actually building models and this text supports that model building activity with a thorough level of detail. Table of Contents Chapter 1 - Planning Your Simulation Project Chapter 2 - Introduction to Lanner WITNESS Structure & Menus Chapter 3 - Building Your First Model! Chapter 4 Modeling SMT Electronic Manufacturing Chapter 5 Conveyors, Paths and Pretzel Logic Chapter 6 Variables and Variability Stochastic modeling Fitting probability density functions to data Data Tables Charts Chapter 7 Advanced Topics 3 D modeling Axiomatic Design PFMEA and Simulation Chapter 8.0 Activity Based Costs and Simulation

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Food and drink supply chains are complex, continually changing systems, involving many participants. They present stakeholders across the food and drinks industries with considerable challenges. Delivering performance in food supply chains offers expert perspectives to help practitioners and academics to improve their supply chain operations.The Editors have identified six key challenges in managing food and drinks supply chains. Each section of the book focuses on one of these important issues. The first chapters consider the fundamental role of relationship management in supply chains. The next section discusses another significant issue: aligning supply and demand. Part three considers five different approaches to effective and efficient process management, while quality and safety management, an issue food companies need to take very seriously, is subject of the next section. Parts five and six review issues which are currently driving change in food supply chains: the effective use of new technologies and the desire to deliver food sustainably and responsibly.With expert contributions from leaders in their fields, Delivering performance in food supply chains will help practitioners and academics to understand different approaches in supply chain management, explore alternative methods and develop more effective systems. - Considers the fundamental role of relationship management in supply chains including an overview of performance measurement in the management of food supply chains - Discusses the alignment of supply and demand in food supply chains and reviews sales and operations planning and marketing strategies for competitive advantage in the food industry - Provides an overview of the effective use of new technologies and those that will be used in the future to deliver food sustainably and reliably