Simulate Scheduling Events

Explanation

This activity is used to simulate different events for which the impact needs to be investigated. Some examples are:

• What would happen to the schedule if resources are added?
• What happens if a work package is moved in time? Can it still be delivered on time, if not, when can it?
• Can new work be brought in, and if so, when is it probable that it can be delivered?

Prerequisites

To perform this activity, scheduled operations must exist in the Scheduling Server.

System Effects

As a result of this activity, a better understanding of the impact of different decisions can be visualized.

Window

Simulation Client

Related Window Descriptions

Simulation Client
Data Tree
Gantt Chart

Procedure

The procedure for simulating scheduling events differs depending on the event that is being simulated. The following procedure describes how to simulate the addition of resources:

1. Open the Work Order Simulation Client dialog box.
2. In the Site field, enter the site for which you want to simulate events. Use the List of Values to select a valid value.
3. Click OK. The simulation client is opened.
4. Click the Master Data tab.
5. In the Employees branch, create a new organization. To do this right-click on the branch and then click New Child.
6. Under the organization, create a new employee. To do this right-click on the branch and then click New Child.
7. Double-click on the new employee and then click the Show Relations tab in the Employee dialog box.
8. From the Craft branch drag a craft into the craft box of the employee.
9. Click the Activities tab.
10. For a work order or work order structure, right-click and click Scheduling.
11. Select the Reassign Resource check box in the Change Schedule dialog box.
12. Click Schedule.
13. Click OK.
14. View the result of your simulation in the Gantt Chart.