Operational simulation model of the raw material handling in a manufacturing unit

This Article is focused on design and implementation of an Operational Simulation Model (OSM) of an integrated plant handling raw materials, in an operational perspective. The various operations of the plant include receiving, unloading, Stocking, handling, and supplying different raw materials. The aim of this implementation is to assist the inventory team. This OSM, which is based on methodological structure developed by Coelho (2008) showed that most of the valid concepts for simulations with a strategic focus do not present relevance from an operational point of view. The advantage of OSM is the very fact that it is deterministic, while exhibiting behavior satisfying both the management and the steelyard team.