When Will You Need This? The model object will be needed in any situation where you have a recurring arrival that happens consistently during working hours. Model Object The following model object will be used: Arrivals \ Heartbeat During Specified Hours. How to Use the Model Object 1. Open Your Model Open your model or [...]
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Process interviewing is the fastest way to glean pertinent information about a system. See the nine ways people will try to derail interviews and a solution for each. […]
Build and Test Models in a Fraction of the Time In an Oregon Hospital, a modeler has learned a technique to build accurate models in 2 days. Not models of one interaction, but models of an entire department, such as Surgery, Maternity or the overall flow of a hospital. In this article, you will learn [...]
ProcessModel Version 5.6.2 has new features to simplify the model building process. I hope you enjoy this version as much as we have during testing. Scott P. Baird, President […]
This is the Routing Master Class. It is designed to help you learn techniques to bring your skill set to a whole new level. In this article you will use a technique so that Attributes Define Process Flow. First, you will learn how to define the model to route to the proper location. Then you will learn how to [...]
An Auto Export Center Simulation is being used to restructure staffing, change line scheduling and determine future investments to meet the requirements of US auto exporters. The margin for vehicle export preparation is tight and requires great control of the processes to maintain a profit. Process simulation was used to find hidden dollars and prepare for [...]
ProcessModel Inc., a provider of business process improvement software and training, recently led a four-week initiative for a Sports Channel that resulted in immediate savings of $24 million for the sports entertainment company. […]
When you have achieved well-earned success and built a name on the foundation of excellence, you want to continue always in that important direction. […]
By using lean thinking as a tool, most companies can systemically and holistically optimize all of their processes. They must make the main flow of operations—from start to finish— visible and comprehensible to all employees. System visibility enables us to see the waste in processes we work on every day. […]