ExtendSim

ExtendSim is a discrete event and agent-based simulation software package developed by Imagine That, Inc. It is used for modeling, simulating, and analyzing complex systems in various industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, supply chain, and business processes.

ExtendSim provides a graphical user interface (GUI) with drag-and-drop functionality for building simulation models. Users can create models by connecting predefined blocks or objects, called "blocks" or "libraries", that represent different components of the system being simulated. These blocks can represent resources, activities, queues, and other elements.

The software supports a variety of modeling paradigms, including discrete event simulation (DES), agent-based modeling (ABM), and continuous simulation. This allows users to select the most appropriate method for representing the behavior of their system.

ExtendSim allows users to define the logic and behavior of individual agents within the simulation. These agents can interact with each other and with the environment, allowing for the modeling of complex social and organizational systems.

ExtendSim provides a range of features for data analysis and reporting. Users can collect data during the simulation and generate reports and graphs to analyze the performance of the system. The software also supports statistical analysis and optimization techniques.

Key features of ExtendSim often include:

• Hierarchical Modeling: Ability to create modular and reusable models.
• Optimization: Tools to find the best configuration of the system based on specified objectives.
• Experimentation: Functionality to run multiple simulations with different parameter settings and analyze the results.
• Customization: Ability to create custom blocks and scripts to extend the functionality of the software.
• Integration: Potential for integration with other software packages and databases.

ExtendSim is used by engineers, analysts, and managers to understand, analyze, and improve the performance of their systems. It can be used for a variety of purposes, such as capacity planning, resource allocation, process optimization, and risk assessment.