Advanced Content Master's Series

Workshop

M14 - Simulation Modeling Workshop

Primary Presenter(s)

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  Kurt Kreuger

  CEO/Founder
  Kreuger Consulting LLC
  Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois

Moderator(s)

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  Jennifer Stepniowski, MBA, CMQ/OE

  Regional Director, North America
  Pro QC International
  Tampa, Florida

Division: All - Tools/Skills

Simulation modeling is often associated with industrial engineering and operations research, but it has much to offer the quality engineering professional. It is being used to plan, design, manage, assess, and upgrade systems in a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, energy, logistics and transportation, retail, and services. The predictive and analytical nature of the technology makes it a powerful quality tool.

This workshop will introduce the history, concepts, technology and uses of simulation models. Through case studies, live model demonstrations and interactive exercises, attendees will gain an appreciation for how these computer models can be applied to specific quality areas of expertise. Discussions and examples will include: Using simulation models to predict and quantify the impact of lean and Six Sigma initiatives and strategies, applying activity-based costing techniques to a dynamic and stochastic inspection process, and how agent-based modeling can be used to analyze the erratic behavior of autonomous systems. This session will be generic in nature and avoid any sales-speak.

Please bring your laptop to this session, as the presenter plans to walk walk through simulation demos and activities during this workshop.

Learning Objectives:

• Learn how simulation modeling is applied in the analysis, design, or improvement of systems and processes.
• Explore the advantages and disadvantages of various simulation modeling methodologies (e.g., discrete event, agent based, system dynamics, hybrid).
• Develop a simulation project plan that maximizes the likelihood of project success and avoids common project pitfalls.
• Understand where simulation modeling fits in the tool set of the quality professional.
• Get further information on simulation modeling tools, techniques, user groups, and other resources.