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Humans: The missing link in manufacturing simulation? (2003)
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Baines, T., Mason, S., Siebers, P., & Ladbrook, J. (2004). Humans: The missing link in manufacturing simulation?. Simulation Modelling Practice and Theory, 12(7-8), 515-526. https://doi.org/10.1016/S1569-190X%2803%2900094-7

Computer based discrete event simulation (DES) is one of the most commonly used aids for the design of automotive manufacturing systems. However, DES tools represent machines in extensive detail, while only representing workers as simple resources. T... Read More about Humans: The missing link in manufacturing simulation?.