MAN-MACHINE SIMULATION PROGRESS,
Abstract
The paper discusses a technique which has been largely developed through use in logistics research. The technique has been applied to studies of large logistics management systems in which decision-making under uncertainty is required. The procedure is to build man-machine simulations, and to use them in experimental situations. The output is a description of decision rules, information flows, and an organizational structure that improve the cost and effectiveness of the logistics system. Man is used in these simulations for his learning, adaptiveness, and flexibility. Three such large-scale experiments were conducted in the past three years. The technique is being further developed so as to be practicable with a wider range of problems, by providing more aggregative and less costly simulations. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 23, 1960
- Accession Number
- AD0613720
Entities
People
- M. A. Geisler
Organizations
- RAND Corporation