A generic scalable simulation model for strategic supply chain management with emphasis on production activities

In this paper, we describe a generic scalable simulation model for the redesign and the global optimization of the supply chain of multi-site enterprises. Our model makes it possible to reproduce the dynamics of the supply chain and the information and material flows between its various entities. In particular, we concentrate on the modeling of the activities which take place both in and between the production and distribution centers. The model is designed to provide an in-depth evaluation of the effectiveness and the robustness of a certain number of network designs and to settle various management policies.