Simul8 Events

Explore, Learn, and Connect with Simul8!

Join us every two weeks for a diverse range of events hosted by our in-house simulation experts and special guests.

From interactive Build with Me sessions to insightful Masterclasses, Guest Spotlights, and our collaborative Drop-in sessions, there's always something new to learn and explore.

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Register for Our Events

Our events are designed to be engaging and informative, providing you with the opportunity to dive deeper into Simul8's features and applications, connect with other users, and share your experiences.

Below is a list of upcoming events. Please register for each event you'd like to attend. Once you register, you'll receive an email with a calendar invitation. We deliver these sessions on Microsoft Teams and deliberately don't record them to allow the sessions to be a completely open forum.

Coming up

Event Presenter Date/Time
Supply Chain modelling with Simul8

The importance of keeping a good inventory level is essential to any supply chain. However, we know that adjustments to our current stocks may be needed based on various disruptions that take place.

In this session, Senior Simulation Consultant Naoum Tsioptsias will use simulation to alter stock levels as we notice changes in the supply chain. We will then see through a simple set-up how we can take advantage of the different built-in features of Simul8 to create a Kanban system for our processes. The model will be based on the basics of a supply chain but can be adjusted for various applications!

Naoum Tsioptsias, Senior Simulation Consultant Apr 29th, 10am EST Register
Scheduling with Simul8

Inventory replenishment? Staff rotas? Customer demand? Simul8 Scheduling. Come along to see how we can use simulation to schedule key elements of our process.

Andrew Wylie, Simulation Consultant May 20th, 10am EST Register
Conveyors and Line Balancing

Interested in observing the relationship between the demand placed on manufacturing lines and the capacity and performance of conveyors? Come along to see how we combine the use of Simul8 Conveyors with the practice of line balancing to maximise the throughput of our system.

Christoph Werner, Senior Simulation Consultant May 27th, 10am EST Register
How to kick off a simulation project

Come along to hear some top tips from our experienced simulation experts on the best practices for kicking off a project, including data analysis, problem structuring and planning out a project timeline.

Tom Stephenson, Director of Services June 3rd, 10am EST Register
How to teach Simul8

Looking to bring other users within your organization into the world of simulation? Simul8 Consultant, Naoum Tsioptsias will share some of his tips from his experience in training and coaching, as well as his extensive academic experience.

Naoum Tsioptsias, Senior Simulation Consultant June 17th, 10am EST Register
Integrating with Simul8

Want to quickly integrate data from multiple sources? Want to learn how to use the power of R, Python and SQL with Simul8? Andrew Wylie will take you through some of our key integration features, from inputting your own data to exporting to other platforms.

Andrew Wylie, Simulation Consultant July 8th, 10am EST Register
Hospital Flow using Simul8

Our Director of Services, Tom Stephenson, will be sharing some of his tips for capturing realistic flows in different hospital areas. Although this is a healthcare specific topic, if you're in an industry that is highly complex or where demand fluctuates at different times, you could pick up some useful tips!

Tom Stephenson, Director of Services July 15th, 10am EST Register
Using Simul8 for High Volume

In many simulations, there is a challenge of including large quantities of work items with specific measurement units.  When we model liquids we are concerned about litres, with the flow of grains or gases we concentrate on tonnes. In this session, we will show you how to use the high volume feature and capture the specific measurement units you need.

Luckily, Simul8 has a feature called High Volume and Senior Simulation Consultant, Christoph Werner will teach you!

High Volume uses label information for common decisions in your simulation, such as Timing, Routing, Collecting etc., instead of the actual Work Item count. In this drop-in session we will illustrate how this feature works for common applications and how you can speed up and take your simulation to the next level!

Christoph Werner, Senior Simulation Consultant July 29th, 10am EST Register
Using Machine Learning with Simul8

Ready to look into the future of simulation and process improvement? Want to understand how to further improve the accuracy and dynamism of your model? Come along and join Data Analyst Tina as she explores Machine Learning and its use within Simul8!

Tina Bygnes, Data Analyst August 19th, 10am EST Register

We are all out on a team day on September 2nd so no drop-in session!

Customer Spotlight: Bob Celeste & Supply Chain

We're delighted to have one of our regular drop-in session attendees offer to present! Bob Celeste, Founder of Center for Supply Chain Studies, will take you through some of his Simul8 work in supply chain. Bob is an experienced user and we can't wait to see what he's been modeling!

If you'd like to share some of your work at a drop-in session, just let us know!

Bob Celeste, Center for Supply Chain Studies Sep 9th, 10am EST Register
How to debug your simulations

Tom Stephenson will share some of his top tips for validating and verifying your simulations. He'll show you some of Simul8's in-built tools to step through and monitor your simulation to ensure your simulation is behaving in the way you expect.

Tom Stephenson, Director of Services September 23rd, 10am EST Register
Creating an engaging interface in Simul8

This week we'll take you through how you can use Dialogs to ensure that models are even more engaging and that key settings are easily accessed by end users and stakeholders alike. We'll also show you some of the graphical options to help bring your simulations to life.

Andrew Wylie, Simulation Consultant October 7th, 10am EST Register
Using Optimization with Simul8

Matthew and Emma will take you through our latest release that includes a much improved version of OptQuest in Simul8. They'll show you typical use cases for using optimization with Simul8 to help you go from asking "what if" to "what's best."

Matthew O'Boyle and Emma Roberts October 14th, 10am EST Register
Engaging your stakeholders with Simul8 Explorer

Have you completed a simulation project and you’re now wondering how to present your findings to your stakeholders in an engaging way? In this week’s session, our Director of Services, Tom Stephenson, will focus on what comes after a simulation project and introduce Simul8 Explorer – a platform for sharing your models with both internal and external stakeholders to allow them to analyse results and run scenarios.

Tom Stephenson, Director of Services October 21st, 10am EST Register
Customer Spotlight: The Need for Speed: Reducing Product Development Time using Simul8

We're delighted to have one of our very experienced Simul8 users offer to present! Simul8 is typically applied to improving manufacturing processes – but it also can be valuable in improving other processes. Eric will share examples of using Simul8 to model Product Development processes, and the impact these had on the businesses (and on careers).

If you'd like to share some of your work at a drop-in session, just let us know!

Eric Maass, PhD, Independent Consultant Oct 28th, 10am EST Register
How to use the Transaction Log and visualize results

Are you interested in finding out every tiny detail of your simulation? Learn about our powerful (and now revamped) Transaction Log feature from Product Developer Meredith and easily access every move of every work item with all the details you need. Meredith will also show you different ways to visualize Transaction Log results for maximum impact with your stakeholders.

Meredith Gallop, Product Developer Nov 4th, 11am EST Register
Using live data in simulations

Join this session with Christoph and Stephen to find out how to take your simulations to the next level by using live data. Powered by the R Connection feature, you will learn how to integrate live data into your simulation models so you can get the most up-to-date results with minimal effort.

Stephen Foggo and Christoph Werner Nov 11th, 10am EST Register
How to build an operational simulation

This week’s session with Tom will go through the different types of operational simulations and how to approach the build of an operational simulation to maximize success, including data integration and connecting with other software packages.

Tom Stephenson, Director of Services Nov 18th, 10am EST Register
Control the flow of work with the Jobs Matrix

Learn how to implement advanced work flows in your simulation with the Jobs Matrix and streamline your model. In this session, Naoum will show you how to set up and use the Jobs Matrix effectively through a step-by-step explanation and a set of examples to illustrate its benefits.

Naoum Tsioptsias, Senior Simulation Consultant Dec 2nd, 10am EST Register
Labels

Simulation Consultant Andrew Wylie will be discussing the Labels feature in Simul8. Labels are one of Simul8's most powerful yet simple features that can help with adding detail to your simulations to give you a mirror image of your real-life process.

Andrew Wylie, Simulation Consultant Dec 16th, 10am EST Register
Top tips from the Support team

Join this session with some of the Simul8 Support team as they share their top tips and advice on how to debug your simulation.

You may have already been in touch with Matthew and Tina but now you'll get to meet them in (virtual) person! We'd love to hear from you with any tips and tricks you have too so please feel free to bring along some of your own solutions to share with the group!

Matthew O'Boyle & Tina Bygnes Jan 6th 2023, 10am EST Register
Experimenting with the Scenario Manager

Get an exclusive sneak peek of our revamped Scenario Manager feature with our developer Stephen! You spent hours perfecting your base model, and now what? With our improved Scenario Manager you will be able to easily run any "what if" scenario you can think of: from changing your Resources' schedule to updating the Jobs Matrix, spreadsheets, and distribution parameters, you can now test your system under different conditions with just a few clicks. Come along to this session to find out more about this exciting feature update.

Stephen Foggo, Product Developer Jan 20th, 10am EST Register
User spotlight: Simulating an electric bus network

Electric buses have been promoted to become the best solution for the reduction of air pollutants. Addressing their problems, this week's drop-in session focuses on the research of NTUA graduate Tasos Latsoudis on probabilistic results for the functionality of an electric buses transit system by using a stochastic DES model implemented for the bus line "224 Kaisariani – El. Venizelou" in the city of Athens, Greece.

Tasos Latsoudis, NTUA graduate Jan 27th, 10am EST Register
Healthcare Applications

This week Andrew will draw on his experience of using Simul8 for healthcare applications. He'll take you through some example healthcare simulations and techniques, talk about healthcare projects we've delivered in the past and discuss some of the challenges healthcare organizations are facing right now - and how simulation can help solve them.

Andrew Wylie, Simulation Consultant Feb 3rd, 10am EST Register
Learning from models that didn't go to plan

Sometimes we end up with a model that doesn’t quite meet our expectations. Should these models be considered "wrong" or discarded? In such cases, is there still something we can learn from such models? In this session we discuss what you can learn from a "wrong" model and why it still has lots of value.

Naoum Tsioptsias, Senior Simulation Consultant Feb 17th, 10am EST Register
Modeling ROI with Simul8

Understanding and communicating ROI is a fantastic way to further engage with clients, stakeholders, and colleagues. Simulation Consultant Andrew Wylie will take you through incorporating financial dimensions to your model in a way that will further improve your skills in process improvement!

Andrew Wylie, Simulation Consultant Feb 24th, 10am EST Register
Introducing Simul8 Decision Cloud

Simulation projects are most successful when they engage stakeholders. Developed organically over the last two years through our own simulation projects, Simul8 Decision Cloud lets you bring the power of simulation-based decision making to anyone in your organization. Join us to see a walk through of our new cloud platform and hear how we've used it to level up stakeholder engagement in our simulation projects.

Tom Stephenson, Director of Services Mar 3rd, 10am EST Register
Supercharge your simulations with our new spreadsheets and 64bit

Our spreadsheets got a makeover! Not only do they look better, we’ve also added some killer new functionality like conditional formatting and so much more. Spreadsheets are one of the most critical features for unlocking value in your simulations. From storing data, to displaying results dashboard style, to creating interactive interfaces, spreadsheets are one of the most versatile features in Simul8. Come learn about the product updates we’ve made and see some examples which show the versatility of spreadsheets.

Matthew & Tina, Customer Support Mar 10th, 10am EST Register
Our new Scenario Manager is live!

Your feedback has helped build a fantastic new Scenario Manager! Join us this week to see the final product in action and discover how you can embed it into your simulation project workflow to get more value out of your models.

Stephen Foggo, Product Developer Mar 24th, 11am EST Register
Machine Learning

Tina will take you through Machine Learning and how it can be implemented with Simul8:

  • Machine Learning basics: methods and how to decide an appropriate method for the intended goal
  • Constructing the Machine Learning model: separating the dataset, implementing and improving models as well as testing the accuracy
  • How to implement the model into a Simul8 simulation: where it can be used, how to implement it as well as how it can increase the simulation model's dynamic properties

Tina Bygnes, Customer Support Advocate Mar 31st, 10am EST Register
Getting results from your simulation

In this week's session we will be deep-diving into all things results! From understanding what results mean to creating custom KPIs and everything in between, you will find out how to get value from your simulations.

Jessica Aiani, Simulation Consultant Apr 7th, 10am EST Register
Simul8 and R

During this session, senior consultant Christoph will be showing you how to get more value out of your simulations with the R Scripts functionality. Make sure not to miss this session if you want to find out how to export results to generate graphs in R, built-in box plots for trials, and controlling inputs through R!

Christoph Werner, Senior Simulation Consultant Apr 14th, 10am EST Register
Debugging your simulation

Join this session with our Simulation Consultant Andrew Wylie as he shares his top tips and advice on how to debug your simulation.

Andrew Wylie, Simulation Consultant Apr 22nd, 10am EST Register
Modelling ROI with Simul8

Understanding and communicating ROI is a fantastic way to further engage with clients, stakeholders, and colleagues. Simulation Consultant Andrew Wylie will take you through incorporating financial dimensions to your model in a way that will further improve your skills in process improvement!

Andrew Wylie, Simulation Consultant Apr 28th, 10am EST Register
Labels

Simulation Consultant Andrew Wylie will be discussing the Labels feature in Simul8. Labels are one of Simul8's most powerful yet simple features that can help with adding detail to your simulations to give you a mirror image of your real-life process.

Andrew Wylie, Simulation Consultant May 5th, 10am EST Register
Getting started with Visual Logic

Want to make dynamic decisions during run time? Want to take your simulation to the next level? Answer: Visual Logic.

Join Simulation Consultant Andrew Wylie as he introduces you to our own coding language! During this session we will go through the language’s fundamentals, making decisions based on time and changing the model’s entire structure based on multiple conditions.

If you haven't already, make sure you've installed the latest version of Simul8 that has our new Visual Logic editing modes!

Andrew Wylie, Senior Simulation Consultant May 12th, 10am EST Register
Debugging your simulation

Join this session with our Senior Simulation Consultant Andrew Wylie as he shares his top tips and advice on how to debug your simulation.

Andrew Wylie, Senior Simulation Consultant May 19th, 10am EST Register
Beyond the Basics: Advanced Labels Applications

Join Senior Simulation Consultant Andrew this week to explore the full power of Labels.

Andrew will show you how to implement dynamic referencing to control objects' parameters based on Labels.

You'll also learn how to use Labels to change work item images, making it easier to track and visualize your process.

Finally, we'll cover parameterized calls, which can help you streamline your Visual Logic code and make your simulations more efficient.

Andrew Wylie, Senior Simulation Consultant May 26th, 10am EST Register
Simul8 Q&A: Ask the experts

This week's drop-in session will see a panel of Simul8 experts come together to answer all your questions!

Bring your Simul8 questions to this session or send them ahead of time to andrew.wylie@simul8.com and get ready to learn from the pros!

Andrew & Christoph, Senior Simulation Consultants June 2nd, 10am EST Register
Customer Spotlight: Developing a Logistics Digital Twin (LDT) with Simul8 for optimal resource allocation

Join us this week to get an insight into on how Simul8 can be used to develop a Digital Twin for optimizing inbound operations in a fulfillment center!

In this session, Cosimo Piancastelli, Business Intelligence Specialist from CEVA Logistics will explore the definition of an LDT and delve into the specifics of the inbound area simulated, showing us how Simul8 has been used to create the Digital Twin.

Cosimo will also discuss the results of the LDT simulation and their impact on resource allocation decisions.

This session is a must-attend for anyone looking to optimize their operations through continuous use simulations.

Cosimo Piancastelli, Business Intelligence Specialist, CEVA Logistics June 9th, 10am EST Register
Customer Spotlight: Simulating people resources

Many of the simulations we develop require some representation of the people who are involved with the operation and delivery of the processes and systems being simulated.

For this week's drop-in session we will be joined by Laura James, Principal Consultant from BAE Systems.

Laura will be talking through some of the common people features / constraints that she has needed to represent such as (un)availability, shifts, varying resource requirements, etc.

Laura will also be talking through different ways that she has approached this using the in-built Simul8 functionality as well as some more bespoke solutions and her learning in terms of the pros and cons!

Laura James, Principal Consultant, BAE Systems June 23rd, 10am EST Register
Beauty in Motion: Creating eye-catching simulations

Regardless of the industry you are in, the visual appeal of your simulations can make all the difference when it comes to getting buy-in from stakeholders.

Join this week's session with Jessica as she shares tips and tricks for designing simulations that are both beautiful and functional.

We will cover topics like simulation design principles, best practices for creating engaging simulations, and top Simul8 features that will help you elevate your simulation models.

Jessica Aiani, Simulation Consultant June 30th, 10am EST Register
Streamline your simulation workflow with Python

Want to learn how to harness Python to streamline your simulation workflow?

Join this week's session where Tina will show you how to generate arrival schedules using Python, and walk you through the process of setting up your simulation model with the generated data.

During this session you will also learn how to export your simulation results back into Python to create custom PDF reports for your stakeholders.

Tina Bygnes, Customer Support Advocate July 7th, 10am EST Register
Healthcare Applications

This week Andrew will draw on his experience of using Simul8 for healthcare applications.

He'll take you through some example healthcare simulations and techniques, talk about healthcare projects we've delivered in the past and discuss some of the challenges healthcare organizations are facing right now - and how simulation can help solve them.

Andrew Wylie, Senior Simulation Consultant July 14th, 10am EST Register
Development Preview: The next Simul8

Join us for an exclusive sneak peek into the latest and greatest features coming to Simul8 and have your say on the next steps!

As a valued member of our user community, your feedback is vital in shaping the future of our software.

During this session, our Development Team will give you exclusive access to the upcoming enhancements to Simul8, sharing designs, prototypes and more.

We'd love to hear your feedback so that we can ensure the development of our next, game-changing update helps you make better decisions.

Meredith and Kirsten, Product Developers July 21st, 10am EST Register
Unleashing Synergy: Mastering hybrid simulations

Join us for this session and delve into the world of hybrid simulations, combining the power of discrete event and agent-based modeling.

During this session, Christoph will show you how this dynamic synergy enables you to capture the intricacies of complex systems, unlocking more insights and enhancing your decision-making capabilities.

Christoph Werner, Senior Simulation Consultant July 28th, 10am EST Register
Jobs Matrix

Learn how to implement advanced work flows in your simulation with the Jobs Matrix and streamline your model.

In this session, Naoum will show you how to set up and use the Jobs Matrix effectively through a step-by-step explanation and a set of examples to illustrate its benefits.

Naoum Tsioptsias, Senior Simulation Consultant August 4th, 10am EST Register
The Art of Simulation

A successful simulation project is as much about your soft skills as much as your technical ones.

In this session we'll share our lessons learned from delivering simulation projects for over 30 years and talk through the many hats you'll wear during a simulation project.

Tom Stephenson, Director of Services August 11th, 10am EST Register
From Simulations to Insights: Visualizing results with Power BI (Part 1)

Ready to transform your simulation results into captivating visual stories?

You won't want to miss this week's session with Tina where she'll guide you through the integration of Simul8 and Power BI.

Explore the possibilities of displaying simulation data through dynamic visualizations.

From connecting Simul8 to Power BI to incorporating various sheets, analyzing time interval results and transaction logs, you'll gain valuable insights and techniques to effectively communicate your simulation results to stakeholders and elevate your data visualization game!

Tina Bygnes, Customer Support Advocate August 18th, 10am EST Register
Revolutionizing Simulations: Self-building models

Get ready to explore the limitless possibilities of self-building simulations in this week's drop-in session with Senior Consultant Christoph.

Christoph will guide you through the technical aspects of self-building simulations, equipping you with the knowledge and techniques to create dynamic models that adapt and evolve on their own.

Don't miss this opportunity to expand your simulation toolkit and stay on top of the curve in the ever-changing world of simulation modeling.

Christoph Werner, Senior Simulation Consultant August 25th, 10am EST Register
Building Adaptable User Interfaces

Discover the secrets to building reusable simulations during this week's drop-in session with Simulation Consultant Jessica, where she will show you how to create flexible user interfaces in your Simul8 models.

This session will cover essential UI features such as dialogs and buttons.

Moreover, Jessica will share invaluable tips to design interfaces that seamlessly adapt to new data, enabling users to make quick and informed decisions with just a few button clicks.

Jessica Aiani, Simulation Consultant September 8th, 10am EST Register
From Simulations to Insights: Automation and customization options with PowerBI (part 2)

In this session, Tina will further explore the integration of Simul8 and PowerBI as well as how to automate this connection further with COM and Python.

Based on the previous session, we will also further explore the Customization options and look at how to use the advanced visual options available in PowerBI.

Tina Bygnes, Customer Support Advocate September 15th, 10am EST Register
 Simul8 2024 & The Simulation Maturity Framework

Join this week's drop-in session to get a sneak preview of Simul8 2024 as we show it for the first time!

Also in this session, Tom Stephenson, Director of Services and Strategic Partnerships, and Corinne Neish, Head of Customer Success, will introduce the Simulation Maturity Framework, a proven approach to embedding simulation in your organization.

Tom and Corinne will walk you through the six stages of the framework, sharing tips and advice on how to progress from one stage to the next. By the end of the session, you will be equipped with the knowledge you need to become a Simul8 champion in your organization.

Tom Stephenson, Director of Services and Strategic Partnerships
Corinne Neish, Head of Customer Success
September 22nd, 10am EST Register
Simul8 Q&A: Ask the Experts

This week's drop-in session will see a panel of Simul8 experts come together to answer all your questions!

Bring your Simul8 questions to this session or send them ahead of time to andrew.wylie@simul8.com and get ready to learn from the pros!

Andrew Wylie, Senior Simulation Consultant
Jessica Aiani, Simulation Consultant
September 29th, 10am EST Register
Labels

Senior Simulation Consultant Andrew Wylie will be discussing the Labels feature in Simul8.

Labels are one of Simul8's most powerful yet simple features that can help with adding detail to your simulations to give you a mirror image of your real-life process.

Andrew Wylie, Senior Simulation Consultant October 6th, 10am EST Register
Unlocking Insights with Data Integrations

Unlock the full potential of Simul8's data capabilities in this insightful drop-in session!

Join us as Senior Simulation Consultant Christoph delves into the world of data connections, guiding you through the various options to seamlessly integrate live data from websites and beyond.

You will discover how to harness the real-time information flow and gain valuable insights to optimize your simulation workflow.

During the session, Christoph will also demonstrate how to build a custom online app using R, transforming results into an interactive, user-friendly format guaranteed to engage your stakeholders.

Christoph Werner, Senior Simulation Consultant October 13th, 10am EST Register
Automate Simulations with COM

Want to see how you can automate your simulation?

You would not want to miss this drop-in session where Tina walks though Simul8's API COM. You will learn about what COM can be used for as well as the options available both to run the simulation but also to control aspects of the simulation via Python Idle.

There are many benefits to using COM with Simul8, some of these include:

  • The option of even deeper analysis of your simulation results
  • More data visualization options that will “wow” your stakeholders
  • Running Simul8 directly from Python

She will also show the command script options available within Simul8 and how this can be untiled in comparison to COM.

Tina Bygnes, Customer Support Advocate October 20th, 10am EST Register
Getting started with Visual Logic

Want to make dynamic decisions during run time? Want to take your simulation to the next level? Answer: Visual Logic.

Join Senior Simulation Consultant Andrew Wylie as he introduces you to our own coding language! During this session we will go through the language’s fundamentals, making decisions based on time and changing the model’s entire structure based on multiple conditions.

Andrew Wylie, Senior Simulation Consultant October 27th, 10am EST Register
Manufacturing Applications

Simulation was born in the manufacturing sector. Andrew will draw on his experience and knowledge of using simulation within manufacturing applications. The team has worked with some of the world's largest manufacturing and automotive companies and Andrew will be showing some example simulations. Andrew will also pass on some of his killer tips on the best way to approach manufacturing simulations in Simul8.

Andrew Wylie, Senior Simulation Consultant November 3rd, 11am EST Register
Designing good looking simulations

Join Simulation Consultant Jessica Aiani as she showcases the power of Simul8 to craft visually appealing simulations. In this session, Jessica will explore the art of creating captivating simulations effortlessly using features like Image Sets and enhancing stakeholder engagement through intuitive interfaces.

Jessica will also address the importance of simulation design guidelines for efficiency and scalability, setting the stage for success in your team's projects.

Jessica Aiani, Simulation Consultant November 10th, 10am EST Register
How to build a continuous use simulation

Join us for an illuminating session this week with Tom, our Director of Services and Strategic Partnerships, as we explore the essential components of a continuous use simulation. Tom will provide valuable insights on crafting a simulation that can be used repeatedly to make operational decisions, covering aspects such as data integration and software connectivity.

Don't miss this opportunity to maximize your simulation success with Tom's expert guidance!

Tom Stephenson, Director of Services November 17th, 10am EST Register
Cracking the Code: OptQuest

Join Senior Simulation Consultant, Christoph, as we explore the ideal use cases where this tool shines.

In this session, we will delve into practical examples such as using OptQuest to maximize throughput by adjusting staffing levels.

We will also dive into the details of how OptQuest can be best utilized within Simul8.

Christoph Werner, Senior Simulation Consultant December 1st, 10am EST Register
Healthcare Applications

This week, Andrew will draw on his experience of using Simul8 for healthcare applications.

He will take you through some example healthcare simulations and techniques, talk about healthcare projects we have delivered in the past and discuss some of the challenges healthcare organizations are facing right now. He will also explain how simulation can help solve these challenges.

Andrew Wylie, Senior Simulation Consultant December 8th, 10am EST Register
 Surprise prize grab!
Simul8 Q&A: Ask the Experts

This week's drop-in session will see a panel of Simul8 experts come together to answer all your questions.

To add a sprinkle of festive cheer to our session, we’re excited to announce that there will be surprise prizes up for grabs!

Bring your Simul8 questions to this session or send them ahead of time to andrew.wylie@simul8.com and get ready to learn from the pros!

Andrew Wylie, Senior Simulation Consultant December 22nd, 10am EST Register
Labels

Senior Simulation Consultant, Andrew Wylie, will be discussing the Labels feature in Simul8.

Labels are one of Simul8's most powerful yet simple features that can help with adding detail to your simulations to give you a mirror image of your real-life process.

Andrew Wylie, Senior Simulation Consultant January 5th, 10am EST Register
Top tips from the Support team

Join this session with the Simul8 Support team as they share their top tips and advice on how to debug your simulation.

You may have already been in touch with Matthew and Tina but now you'll get to meet them in (virtual) person!

We'd love to hear from you with any tips and tricks you have too so please feel free to bring along some of your own solutions to share with the group!

Matthew & Tina, Customer Support Advocates January 12th, 10am EST Register
Beyond the Basics: Advanced Labels Applications

Join Senior Simulation Consultant, Andrew Wylie, this week to explore the full power of Labels.

Andrew will show you how to implement dynamic referencing to control objects' parameters based on Labels.

You'll also learn how to use Labels to change work item images, making it easier to track and visualize your process.

Finally, we'll cover parameterized calls, which can help you streamline your Visual Logic code and make your simulations more efficient.

Andrew Wylie, Senior Simulation Consultant January 19th, 10am EST Register
Getting results from your simulation

In this week's session with Simulation Consultant, Jessica, we will be deep-diving into all things results!

From understanding what results mean to creating custom KPIs and everything in between, you will find out how to get value from your simulations to help your decision-making.

Jessica Aiani, Simulation Consultant January 26th, 10am EST Register
Python and COM for Simul8: Where to Start

Delve into the world of Python and COM within the Simul8 environment as Hannah, one of our Product Developers, provides a step-by-step walkthrough of using Python and COM as part of a simulation.

You will learn to navigate potential pitfalls, discover valuable resources, and explore the support available to help you take your simulations to the next level.

Hannah Hughes, Product Developer February 2nd, 10am EST Register
Driving Impact: Tech for Good solutions in action

Curious about the intersection of technology and social impact?

Join this session where Andrew, Christoph, and Naoum, our Senior Simulation Consultants, will delve into Simul8's role in our Tech for Good initiative, sharing real-world projects and showcasing the positive outcomes achieved as we contribute our expertise to improve processes for non-profit organizations.

Andrew, Christoph & Naoum
Senior Simulation Consultants
February 16th, 10am EST Register
Development Preview: Version Control

Join this week's drop-in session featuring Meredith and Ed from our Product Development team to find out what's next on our development roadmap!

Meredith and Ed will guide you through Version Control as a tool to collaborate and manage changes. Covering the basics and external tools, you will witness firsthand how upcoming features will reshape the landscape of Version Control within a simulation environment.

Meredith Gallop & Ed Ostler
Product Developers
February 23rd, 10am EST Register
From Simulations to Insights: Visualizing results with PowerBI (part 1)

Ready to transform your simulation results into captivating visual stories?

You won't want to miss this week's session with Tina where she'll guide you through the integration of Simul8 and PowerBI.

Explore the possibilities of displaying simulation data through dynamic visualizations. From connecting Simul8 to PowerBI to incorporating various sheets, analyzing time interval results and transaction logs, you'll gain valuable insights and techniques to effectively communicate your simulation results to stakeholders and elevate your data visualization game!

Tina Bygnes, Customer Support Advocate March 1st, 10am EST Register
Getting started with Visual Logic

Want to make dynamic decisions during run time? Want to take your simulation to the next level?

Answer: Visual Logic.

Join Senior Simulation Consultant Andrew Wylie as he introduces you to our own coding language!

During this session we will go through the language’s fundamentals, making decisions based on time and changing the model’s entire structure based on multiple conditions.

Andrew Wylie, Senior Simulation Consultant March 8th, 10am ET Register
From Simulations to Insights: Automation and customization options with PowerBI (part 2)

In this session, Tina will further explore the integration of Simul8 and PowerBI as well as how to automate this connection further with COM and Python.

Based on the previous session we will also further explore the Customization options and look at how to use the advanced visual options available in PowerBI.

Tina Bygnes, Customer Support Advocate March 15th, 11am ET Register
Simul8 Q&A: Ask the Experts

This week's drop-in session will see a panel of Simul8 experts come together to answer all your questions!

Bring your Simul8 questions to this session or send them ahead of time to andrew.wylie@simul8.com and get ready to learn from the pros!

Andrew Wylie, Senior Simulation Consultant March 22nd, 11am ET Register
Building Adaptable User Interfaces

Discover the secrets to building reusable simulations during this week's drop-in session with Simulation Consultant, Jessica, where she will show you how to create flexible user interfaces in your Simul8 models.

This session will cover essential UI features such as dialogs and buttons.

Moreover, Jessica will share invaluable tips to design interfaces that seamlessly adapt to new data, enabling users to make quick and informed decisions with just a few button clicks.

Jessica Aiani, Simulation Consultant April 5th, 10am ET Register
Results Manager Deep-Dive

Looking to get more insights from your simulations?

Join this session with Andrew and Jessica as they delve into the various options available within the Results Manager, uncovering strategies for maximizing simulation insights.

From KPI reporting to crafting custom reports, you will be able to see how to harness simulation outputs for informed decision-making.

Andrew Wylie, Senior Simulation Consultant Jessica Aiani, Simulation Consultant April 19th, 10am ET Register
Unleashing Synergy: Mastering hybrid simulations

Join us for this session and delve into the world of hybrid simulations, combining the power of discrete event and agent-based modeling.

During this session, our Senior Simulation Consultant, Christoph, will show you how this dynamic syngergy enables you to capture the intricacies of complex systems, unlocking more insights and enhancing your decision-making capabilities.

Christoph Werner, Senior Simulation Consultant April 26th, 10am ET Register
Labels

Senior Simulation Consultant, Andrew Wylie, will be discussing the Labels feature in Simul8.

Labels are one of Simul8's most powerful yet simple features that can help with adding detail to your simulations to give you a mirror image of your real-life process.

Andrew Wylie, Senior Simulation Consultant May 3rd, 10am ET Register
From Excel to Simul8: Dynamic shifts with
Visual Logic

Are you looking to explore an innovative approach to simulation building?

Led by our Senior Simulation Consultant, Naoum, this session showcases the seamless integration of Excel with Simul8, demonstrating how data can be leveraged to dynamically generate shift patterns.

Discover how Visual Logic transforms Excel data into actionable strategies to control the availability of resources within simulations.

Naoum Tsioptsias, Senior Simulation Consultant May 10th, 10am ET Register
Display Simulation Results with Python
and Streamlit

In this session, one of our Customer Support Advocates, Tina, will be demonstrating how to create an interactive dashboard in Python and how to connect Simul8 to seamlessly provide results as well as integrating user options to alter Simul8 parameters all from the open base dashboard package Streamlit.

Tina Bygnes, Customer Support Advocate May 24th, 10am ET Register
The Art of Simulation

A successful simulation project is as much about your soft skills as much as your technical ones.

In this session we'll share our lessons learned from delivering simulation projects for over 30 years and talk through the many hats you'll wear during a simulation project.

Tom Stephenson, Director of Services May 31st, 10am ET Register
Cracking the Code: Optquest

Join Senior Simulation Consultant, Christoph, as we explore the ideal use cases where this tool shines.

In this session, we will delve into practical examples such as using OptQuest to maximize throughput by adjusting staffing levels.

We will also dive into the details of how OptQuest can be best utilized within Simul8.

Christoph Werner, Senior Simulation Consultant June 7th, 10am ET Register
Healthcare Applications

This week Andrew will draw on his experience of using Simul8 for healthcare applications.

He'll take you through some example healthcare simulations and techniques, talk about healthcare projects we've delivered in the past and discuss some of the challenges healthcare organizations are facing right now - and how simulation can help solve them.

Andrew Wylie, Senior Simulation Consultant June 14th, 10am ET Register
Top tips from the Support team

Join this session with the Simul8 Support team as they share their top tips and advice on how to debug your simulation.

You may have already been in touch with Matthew and Tina but now you'll get to meet them in (virtual) person!

We'd love to hear from you with any tips and tricks you have too so please feel free to bring along some of your own solutions to share with the group!

Matthew & Tina, Customer Support Advocates June 21st, 10am ET Register
SVG Masterclass: Mastering the Jobs Matrix

Are you interested in modeling complex workflows in Simul8?
The Jobs Matrix is what you're after!

This powerful tool goes beyond traditional routing arrows, offering unmatched control over how work items flow through your simulation.

How the Jobs Matrix can help?

Manufacturing: Simulate production lines handling diverse product variants, optimizing flow, and maximizing efficiency.

Healthcare: Model patient treatment pathways with all their nuances, ensuring timely and appropriate care, reducing wait times, and optimizing resource utilization.

Call Centers: Control the sequence for customer inquiries, efficiently assigning them to the right agents, boosting customer satisfaction and response times while maximizing agent efficiency.

Join us for the masterclass "Mastering the Job Matrix", featuring Christoph, a Senior Simulation Consultant at Simul8. Christoph brings a wealth of knowledge from his extensive academic background, holding a PhD in stochastic modeling and uncertainty quantification.

Christoph Werner, Senior Simulation Consultant July 5th, 10am ET Register
Build with Me

Integrating Data Inputs

Roll up your sleeves and join Jessica in this interactive "Build with Me" session!

Jessica will guide you through incorporating a spreadsheet interface into your Simul8 simulation.

Learn how to use Labels to control various aspects of your simulation. This is a hands-on opportunity to build alongside an expert, ask questions, and gain practical skills to take your simulations to the next level.

Jessica Aiani, Simulation Consultant July 19th, 10am ET Register
Masterclass

Building Dashboards in Power BI

Ready to transform your simulation results into captivating visual stories?
Don't miss this free masterclass, "Building Dashboards in Power BI" with Tina.

Learn how to seamlessly integrate Simul8 with Power BI and discover how to create impactful dashboards that effectively communicate your simulation results.

Tina will guide you through practical steps and best practices, helping you elevate your data presentation skills and make your simulation insights more accessible and compelling.

Tina Bygnes, Customer Support Advocate August 2nd, 10am ET Register
Build with Me

Transformative Graphics for Engaging Stakeholders

Join Jessica in this exciting "Build with Me" session where she'll demonstrate how to incorporate graphic elements to make your Simul8 simulation more engaging and visually appealing.

Build alongside her, learn practical tips for adding visuals to your simulation, and see how a touch of creativity can enhance your work.

This hands-on session is perfect for anyone looking to bring their simulations to life with stunning visuals.

Jessica Aiani, Simulation Consultant August 16th, 10am ET Register
Consultant Interview

Join us for an interview with Andrew, our Senior Simulation Consultant, as he discusses some of the recent projects he has been involved in.

This session will focus on a projects centered around warehousing and crane operations.

Andrew will delve into the strategies and solutions needed in this complex environment, sharing valuable lessons and experiences.

If you have any questions for Andrew, please send them ahead of time to andrew.wylie@simul8.com

Andrew Wylie, Senior Simulation Consultant August 30th, 10am ET Register
Drop-in session

Leveraging Labels in Simul8

Labels in Simul8 are a powerful feature that allow you to assign identifiers to work items, vary distributions on activities, and control the movement of work items.
They are key to creating simulations that accurately mirror real-life processes.

Join our drop-in session "Leveraging Labels in Simul8" to learn how to effectively use labels to enhance your simulations.

Discover practical techniques for assigning and utilizing labels to improve the accuracy and functionality of your simulation models.

Naoum Tsioptsias, Senior Simulation Consultant September 13th, 10am ET Register
Customer Spotlight

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust IVF Lab

Get an exclusive look into the inner workings of the IVF lab at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust (GSTT). In this session, Aida and Jessica will explore how simulation plays a critical role in managing complex lab processes, improving efficiency, and ensuring the highest standard of care.

Whether you're involved in healthcare operations or just curious about the intersection of science and simulation, this session will offer valuable insights into optimizing medical workflows.

Aida Kaffel, GSSTT & Jessica Aiani, Simul8 September 27th, 10am ET Register
Simul8 Q&A

Ask the Experts

Have burning questions about Simul8? Our experts Naoum and Andrew are here to help! This open Q&A session is your chance to get expert advice on your simulation challenges.

From best practices to troubleshooting complex models, come prepared with your questions and take advantage of this opportunity to learn from seasoned professionals. Whether you're a beginner or a power user, there's something for everyone in this interactive session.

Naoum & Andrew, Senior Simulation Consultants October 11th, 10am ET Register
Drop-in session

From check-in to take off: Elevating airport operations with Simul8

Take flight with Senior Simulation Consultant Christoph as he walks through a detailed airport simulation, highlighting how Simul8’s features can optimize complex airport operations.

From check-in to baggage handling and boarding, discover how to streamline workflows and increase operational efficiency.

Christoph Werner, Senior Simulation Consultant October 25th, 10am ET Register
Spotlight

Introducing Simul8’s Version Control

Join us for an exclusive session introducing our new Version Control feature in Simul8! Discover how this powerful tool streamlines simulation development, enhances collaboration, and provides complete visibility into your project’s history.

We’ll walk you through a live demonstration, showing how we've integrated version control directly within Simul8, breaking down simulation files into easy-to-manage segments, and empowering teams to work smarter, not harder.

Whether you’re new to version control or looking to enhance your project management, this session is your key to unlocking more efficient and secure simulation processes.

Meredith Gallop, Product Developer November 8th, 11am ET Register
Build with Me

Resources

Join Matthew and Naoum for a hands-on session focused on effectively managing resources within Simul8. Explore different combinations of staffing, tools, and resources, and learn how to choose the best features for various scenarios.

Whether you're dealing with workforce planning or tool allocation, this interactive workshop will give you practical insights into improving resource efficiency in your simulations.

Matthew, Head of Customer Experience
Naoum, Senior Simulation Consultant
November 22nd, 10am ET Register
Masterclass

OptQuest

In this masterclass, Christoph will walk you through real-world examples using OptQuest, such as adjusting staffing levels to maximize throughput and efficiency.

Learn how OptQuest integrates with Simul8 to explore multiple scenarios and find the best possible solutions for complex problems. This session will provide you with the skills and techniques to drive optimal performance in your simulations.

Christoph Werner, Senior Simulation Consultant December 6th, 10am ET Register
Drop-in session

Mastering 'what-if' analysis

What if you could predict the impact of every decision before making it? Join this session to learn how Simul8 can enhance your decision-making process by exploring various scenarios.

We'll guide you through the powerful 'what-if' analysis capabilities of the software, demonstrating how to simulate and test different strategies and outcomes.

Whether you're new to Simul8 or looking to deepen your expertise, this session will provide valuable insights into optimizing performance and reducing risk in your projects.

Jessica and Andrew,
Senior Simulation Consultants
December 20th, 10am ET Register
Masterclass

The Simulation Maturity Framework

Discover how the Simulation Maturity Framework helps organizations unlock agility, efficiency, and ROI.

In this session, we’ll guide you through the six levels of simulation maturity and share practical tips for scaling your simulation capabilities.

Whether you're starting out or ready for advanced applications, this session is your next step toward simulation success.

Frances Sneddon, Chief Technology Officer January 17th, 10am ET Register
Roundtable

Modeling and Coping with
Uncertainty in the Supply Chain

Join us for a session with our simulation experts to explore how Simul8 can be a game changer in managing supply chain uncertainty.

Through real-world examples and interactive discussions, you will learn how to model uncertainty factors in the supply chain and use Simul8 to evaluate scenarios that aim to reduce risks and enhance agility in supply chain operations.

Senior Simulation Consultants January 31st, 10am ET Register
Masterclass

Lean Six Sigma

This session will guide you through the core principles of lean thinking and demonstrate how they can be modeled in Simul8.

We will show practical examples of Kanban, push and pull systems, and more to help you improve efficiency in your processes.

Andrew Wylie, Senior Simulation Consultant February 14th, 10am ET Register
Spotlight

Version Control

Check out Simul8’s new Version Control!

In this live webinar, we’ll show you how Version Control streamlines simulation development and makes it easy for teams to build and collaborate with full visibility over every change.

Whether you're working solo or in a group, Version Control ensures seamless collaboration, faster builds, and reliable results.

Simul8 Development Team February 28th, 10am ET Register
Build with Me

Stakeholder Interface

In this session, Jessica will show you how to create a custom interface to drive stakeholder engagement.

User interfaces not only make it easier for users to update simulation inputs and run scenarios, but they are also an extremely valuable tool for communicating outcomes and facilitating results interpretation.

Jessica Aiani, Senior Simulation Consultant March 14th, 10am ET Register

If there's an event you'd like to see that's not on our list then please let us know and we'll add it in!