We give an overview of simulation modeling and analysis from the perspective of prospective users wanting to use simulation  as a decision aid.  Important considerations in building simulation models and analyzing their outputs are discussed. A brief overview of available software is given. At the end of this tutorial, you should have a general understanding of simulation and an understanding of its applicability to your situation.
['Arne Thesen', 'Laurel E. Travis']
Simulation For Decision Making. An Introduction