The simulation of production chains finds its primary application in the fields of industry and Industry 4.0, as well as automation. It describes the computer-aided replication of entire manufacturing processes before they are implemented in reality. This allows for pre-testing how individual steps work together, where bottlenecks might arise, and how processes can be made more efficient.
Imagine you are managing car production. With the simulation of production lines, your entire manufacturing process – from forging the bodywork to installing the seats – can be recreated on the computer. This allows you to quickly determine if, for example, a robot takes longer than the subsequent station, or if materials are ready in time. The system shows optimisation possibilities even before costly errors occur in the actual production hall.
For businesses, simulating production chains brings great advantages: they save money because errors are discovered early. They can also try out different scenarios to flexibly improve production. Especially in times of rapid change, this method provides competitive advantages. The simulation is thus an important step towards efficient, future-proof, and sustainable production.
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