Technical skills:<\/strong>\u00a0Learning simulation methodologies and software are only part of what is required to be an effective modeler. Simulation modelers must be able to build a model and interpret the results. They must be able to troubleshoot problems in the model and on the shop floor. The problem solving and troubleshooting skills take time to hone.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\nSimulation Provides a Detailed View of Your Operation<\/h2>\n The power of simulation is almost a requirement these days because it forces attention to detail and provides a window into your processes. It documents nuances. It will help you learn more about your operation. You can see the interaction of how one process impacts another that you would not be able to see on a spreadsheet of data.<\/p>\n
Yes, simulation has a big upfront cost, but it lowers the barrier for subsequent analysis. Like any worthwhile investment, simulation requires education and buy-in. If you have a lean operation and an engineering presence, you may have a higher level of readiness for simulation. In any case, you will start with a model based on the big picture. And while building the initial model takes the most time, as the quality of input is key, it provides the ability to run many scenarios.<\/p>\n
Most SMMs start with smaller projects, such as simulating the tool path of a part, or applying heat algorithms to see if a part will warp or wear. But you will soon be able to take on more complex simulations, perhaps improving your material handling by determining whether to move work pieces by line or crane.<\/p>\n
Simulation\u2019s long-term potential is unmatched in terms of transforming your manufacturing operations.<\/p>\n
DVIRC Can Help You Get Started with Simulation<\/h2>\n Not sure how to get started with enterprise modeling and simulation? Contact DVIRC<\/a> today and speak with one of our experts.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Written By: Travis Hill The National Academy of Engineering and the National Research Council have identified enterprise modeling and simulation as a technological breakthrough that will have a profound impact on manufacturing performance. Perhaps you are among the many small and medium-sized manufacturers (SMMs) who are aware that simulation provides a low cost, secure and […]","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":31316,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nSimulation is a Window Into the Future of Your Manufacturing Operation – DVIRC<\/title>\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\t \n\t \n\t \n \n \n \n \n \n\t \n\t \n\t \n