'An application of simulation models to corporate planning processes'

摘要

A family of timeshared computer models written in APL have been developed in an effort to link the functional areas for communication, planning and control purposes. The models incorporate the concepts and tools of simulation, forecasting, long-range planning and probabilistic budgeting. Developed in a short time span and at low cost, they are widely used at XEROX in both corporate and region offices in both the U.S. and Canada. Under development is a system of statistical and econometric models. The paper discusses the approaches used to design, implement and involve the functional managers in building and utilizing the models.