Integration of simulation with enterprise models

Abstract

The Enterprise Modeling Framework (EMF) consists of a methodology for modeling the three major facets of an enterprise, viz., function, information and dynamics. Its main goal is to enable integration of enterprise through shared, consistent models. EMF activity (function) and entity (information) models have been designed to include the information needed for discrete-event simulation of the enterprise functions. The EMF-SIMAN model generator automatically generates SIMAN code from these models. This tool has been applied to solve a real-world problem whose solution required the integration of enterprise modeling with discrete-event simulation. This paper discusses how EMF integrates simulation with enterprise modeling, the resulting benefits, and a real-world application of EMF.