Simio Reviews

Simio a world of possibilities

Reviewed on 10/3/2017

the software provides a wide range of possibilities to simulate and test known and unknown systems for better preparedness in their implementation.

Simulating with the Analyst in Mind

Reviewed on 9/11/2016

It is very easy when building simulation models to focus on the visuals and forget the analysis. After all, we need to convince the stakeholders that the solution we propose will deliver what it says on the tin and what better way than to mesmerise them with animation. Actually, there is another way, demonstrate that all scenarios have been considered and with an inflated chest lay down the challenge, "tell me where I have gone wrong and I'll tell you what data I need to determine whether its fact or fiction".

Simio like most major simulation engines allows 3D visualisation and what is nice is a simple press of the '2' and '3' keys smoothly transitions you from 2D to 3D respectively. Add Google Warehouse and importing 3DSMax files and decent visuals can be shown. Developers please add STP or IGES file format.

This simulation engine seems to have been developed with not only the ability to quickly model with little to no code writing experience, but also empowers one to devise and quickly run scenarios that can answer the real questions and find those sensitive areas/ optimal solutions.

The start of any simulation project should start with the agreed conceptual model. This boils down to possible resources and a general set of inputs that trigger delays and produce outputs. Simio supports this basic concept in its standard library of objects. The object orientated approach means that these basic objects can be modified by adding more detailed lower level processes or modifying original logic. Of course the model is an object that can be imported into another model. Gaining model acceptance is generally easier with collaboration, so showing the team their input has been incorporated in a way that resembles the conceptual model goes a long way.

The power of discrete event simulation is its ability to handle random events. Simio has the standard list of distributions which using a form of intellitype is easy to define. Note to developers, it would be great if intellitype is available in all fields. Of course with distributions come replications, which using the Experiments function allow the analyst to create and execute scenarios using different user defined input parameters and compare results based on user defined KPIs. But Simio has another trick up its sleeve, using the Input Parameters tab and defining the distributions with the sample size, provides a neat way to analyse the impact the distribution has on specific result parameters.

Simio Software and Risk-based Planning and Scheduling (RSP)

Reviewed on 15/9/2015

Deciding which type of simulation software for a business to purchase can be an extremely difficult decision. Being faced with this decision we began to investigate and compare simulation software packages available on the market. After comparison, Simio was the clear choice for our business. Although most simulation software packages are extremely difficult and confusing to learn, Simio's many resources make learning and mastering the software easy. Most noteworthy is the video tutorials provided which made the transition to Simio painless. Ultimately the decision to choose Simio was made based on the functionality of the software and the ability to accurately and quickly model real world systems for the purposes of finding solutions. Simio's 3D modeling abilities are unmatched by any other software packages available. Simio is quick and easy in the 3D department and compared to others is much less time consuming for similar 3D animations. With that said, the 3D modeling is generally a non-value added task and we were more focused on the software's modeling abilities. Simio's add-in packages operate flawlessly with OptQuest being the one we utilize the most. The customer support at Simio is outstanding too. I reached out to Simio when modeling a complex transit system this past year and they were able to identify my error and provided a fix the same day.

We recently decided to expand our abilities with the usage of Simio's Risk-based Planning and Scheduling. After watching roughly 11 videos about 10 minutes each, Simio's RPS was easily incorporated into a previous manufacturing process project. Adapting the previous project slightly was straightforward and surprisingly resulted in the RPS being setup almost automatically. The ability to incorporate the complexities of variation into the RPS is what makes this such an advantageous tool and also what separates it from others. Simio also offers an add-in package for the RPS, Wonderware MES which provides the real-time production data. Generating plans, evaluating risk, performing comparisons, and many other functions are available through Simio's RPS and we look forward to providing this to our clients. We give Simio our highest recommendation.

Simio review

Reviewed on 13/5/2019

We use Simio to help customers design solutions for using our autonomous material transport robots. Looking at problems such as fleet sizing, traffic congestion, routing, batch size, cart quantity etc

Excelent customer support and frequent updates

Reviewed on 13/3/2017

This along with full feature pack and ability to extend with C# modules makes SIMIO excelent software.
I was suprised many times to find requested feature in the next sprint in less than a month.

There is on other product on the market today that comes close to Simio.

Reviewed on 22/6/2018

Probably best in class simulation software

Reviewed on 19/6/2018

Industrial engnieer coordinador

Reviewed on 8/3/2017

SIMIO help me a lot as Teacher for industrial engineer tópics like simulation, optmization and DOE.

This is the best simulation software I have ever worked with as an operations research analyst

Reviewed on 11/7/2017

SIMIO and Manufacturing

Reviewed on 8/10/2018

SIMIO's ease of use allows it to schedule and define production areas, programs and operations.

Great software!

Reviewed on 28/9/2018

It has helped with making recommendations on staffing models, equipment use, and the impact on turnaround times. The stakeholders appreciate the predictability component to be able to test different scenarios before trying it in real life.

Simio

Reviewed on 22/8/2018

I consider Simio is difficult to learn.

Reviewed on 23/6/2018

good for discrete event simulation

Reviewed on 18/9/2018

I find it user friendly with the ability to build and run very complex models swiftly

Reviewed on 24/6/2018

I am using it for my research and teaching and I find it extremely useful.

SIMIO as an optimization tool

Reviewed on 8/3/2017

I started using SIMIO 6 months ago.

The best thing with SIMIO is the ease of use. Even if you have never heard about optimization, modelisation, etc... SIMIO's environment is very simple to use and you can get results very quickly.

Moreover, the Customer Support is efficient. We got some licence issues and they were here to give us advices, quickly.

I am having fun!

Reviewed on 13/3/2017

I love having lots of resources for a progressive learning experience. I have been teaching simulation for a while and for the last year I have taught an elective usimg Simio. My students really like it and enjoyed participating in the student competition. Keep up the good work! I hope to be able to attend one of your advanced courses for faculty.

Simio is versatile and intuitive!

Reviewed on 11/10/2018

So many options but knowledge needed!

Reviewed on 27/3/2019

Excellent software for handling complex simulations.

Reviewed on 8/8/2018

Simio: the simplest, most complete way to run your systems simulation and analysis

Reviewed on 2/8/2018

I used SIMIO as part os my Masters course in Industrial Engineering in order to develop a fictional environment and search for better configurations, on an iteractive process. The software easily allowed me to manipulate the system in order to achieve my objectives, it is well designed and is customizable to great extent.

A Great Multi Purpose Simulation Package

Reviewed on 13/3/2017

I have been using SIMIO to optimize airport operations for six years and have been very happy with its ease of use, versatility, built-in features, and capability to customize processes. Technical support from SIMIO has always been good. People are pleased with the quality of the visual output and now that we can use the Occulus Rift to provide an immersive experience, there is even more to be pleased about SIMIO.

Simio has allowed me to easily model different emergency department operational models for...

Reviewed on 11/7/2017

I can model whatever I want to model in healthcare systems rapidly. It is a create communication tool and makes important decision easier.

Great tool

Reviewed on 8/3/2017

I am a teacher at Universidad de San Carlos de Guatemala and I have been watching the improvement in my students over the years.

We have used Simio in many industries and it always delivered! Simio is a great simulation...

Reviewed on 26/6/2018