 Our clients increasingly use Simulation and Technology Solutions as a key element in the through life management of their programmes. As this trend gains momentum, some of the key issues in simulations technology bear consideration. In our publications section, we present a small selection of articles and papers that were recently published or presented at conferences. Click here to go directly to the publications page.
Optimisations of System and Process Design
The application of software simulations during the early stages of system and process design results in the optimisation of system and process design and leads to substantial cost-savings over its development lifecycle.
Cost Saving in System Integration
The integration of complex systems represents a considerable risk to programme costs and schedule. The use of software test beds, in which software models created in the first phases of a project are re-used, provides a basis for the solution. New system elements can be integrated into the test beds as they become available, avoiding what is often referred to a 'big bang' integration.
Quality and Cost-Effectiveness of Training
Well-trained staff are key assets for most organisations. Simulation training forms the basis for first-class training to deliver sustainable human performance improvements. The value of learning from mistakes is something which most people recognise but few would encourage when it comes to operating complex, expensive, dangerous and remote systems. Sustainable improvement in quality and costs are achieved when simulation-based training is made available any time, anywhere.
Risk Reduction
The use of simulations technology aids organisations in reducing risks throughout programmes. An example of the application of simulations technology to reduce risk is satellite operations. Prior to launching a spacecraft, a simulator is used as the basis of an extensive rehearsal programme in which control systems and procedures are thoroughly validated and the flight control team trained. When the real spacecraft is launched, the systems and control team have dealt with more problems than they are likely to encounter during real operations.
Business Process Optimisation
Blue-chip organisations differentiate themselves by having in place well-designed processes. As the competitive landscape changes and evolves, systems and processes will have to be continuously reviewed and adapted. The decision-making process coinciding with this continuous change substantially benefits from the use of simulations technology.
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