Simulation Modeling

ATA = POWER (but only when it’s the right data applied in the right way).

At St. Onge, we help clients understand and leverage smart analysis to drive informed decisions. Simulations and computer-based modeling are powerful tools to analyze and present data. Done well and applied strategically, they offer critical insights to help analyze, test and validate scenarios and solutions – all fueled with real-time insights.

The idea of using simulations to guide supply chain planning has grown exponentially in recent years, but every simulation is not created equal.  The fact is, modeling and simulation can be powerful predictive analysis tools, but to be effective they must leverage the right data and have clear goals. At St. Onge, we help clients understand when simulation modeling is the right fit for their project needs. It starts with asking foundational questions:

• What is the problem?
• What answers do I need?
• What do I want to measure?
• What are my goals?
• Do I have the resources/data to model? Can I get them?

Answering these questions helps determine if a simulation is the right fit or, in the case of more conceptual questions, when an animation may be more effective. Once we’ve determined a simulation will provide the best results, we work to define the type of analysis needed:

• Strategic – used to analyze more high-level flow concepts
• Tactical – applied to determine asset allocation based on a combination of fixed (space, equipment, etc.) and variable (i.e. functional location of products and personnel, operating methods, etc.) resources
• Operational – developed to schedule and manage resources in real-time for a defined process

Once we define the approach, we get to work, collecting and analyzing the right data to present insights and scenarios that fuel smart planning around raw materials, resources, cash flow, material handling and flow, labor allocations and time-based modeling (factoring choreography and behavior over time). We’re leaders in LIDAR (light detection and ranging) point cloud data collection and application – and pride ourselves on helping clients get the most from their data.

Ready to start using real-life information to evaluate your most important business decisions? We can help. Reach out to our team to start a conversation about how we can make your data work harder for you.