Scribd
Upload
2 views2 pages

model variables

The document outlines the different types of variables used in simulation models, categorizing them into input variables (controlled and non-controlled), parameters, status variables, and output variables. Controlled input variables are management-controlled, while non-controlled variables are influenced by external factors like demand. Output variables result from the interactions of the input variables, parameters, and status variables within the simulation.

Uploaded by

jalecia
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as DOCX, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
2 views2 pages

model variables

The document outlines the different types of variables used in simulation models, categorizing them into input variables (controlled and non-controlled), parameters, status variables, and output variables. Controlled input variables are management-controlled, while non-controlled variables are influenced by external factors like demand. Output variables result from the interactions of the input variables, parameters, and status variables within the simulation.

Uploaded by

jalecia
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as DOCX, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
You are on page 1/ 2

Variables in a simulation model

a) Input variables – these are grouped further into;


i) Controlled input variables
These are variables which can be controlled by management like
reorder level or reorder quantity in a stock control system.
ii) Non controlled input variables
They are variables not controlled by management like the demand of
goods in a stock control system.
b) Parameters
These are inputs variables which have a constant value and are used to
specify the relationship between other variables.

c) Status variables
These are general circumstances of s system which may affect the output
such as times or seasons. For instance demand in a queuing system like
supermarket is greatly influenced by the season of the year.

d) Output variables
These are the results of simulation. They arise from the calculations and
tests performed in the models using input variables, parameters and status
variables.
The following table summarizes the types of simulations variables.

VARIABLES USED IN SIMULATION

Examples
INPUT VARIABLES

Controlled Variables  Reorder

 Reorder quantity

Non controlled Examples


variables  Demand

Examples
PARAMETERS
 Cost of stock out
Loss of Loss of
good will customers

STATUS VARIABLES

OUTPUT VARIABLES

You might also like