Every organization faces challenges in streamlining operations—whether that’s keeping production lines moving, optimizing warehouse flow, or balancing workloads between people and machines. Autodesk® FlexSim helps tackle these challenges through discrete event simulation, a modeling approach that visualizes how systems behave over time and identifies opportunities for improvement.
At its core, discrete event simulation breaks down complex operations into individual actions or “events.” FlexSim allows users to represent each step of a process, such as material handling, inspection, or assembly, and understand how these interactions affect timing, resources, and overall performance. By experimenting in a digital environment, teams can uncover bottlenecks, test process changes, and make informed decisions without disrupting real-world production.
FlexSim’s strength lies in its ability to combine 3D modeling, process flow, and scenario testing. Users can build virtual facilities using CAD layouts, simulate motion paths with navigation tools, and add layers of detail to evaluate worker movement, equipment usage, and queue times. The built-in Experimenter tool makes it easy to run multiple “what-if” analyses, helping identify which adjustments deliver the most meaningful results in terms of throughput, cost, or efficiency.
The outcome? Smarter planning, reduced risk, and a clearer understanding of how your system will perform before changes are made.
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