This blog post povides a rough list of simulation tools for SCM, i.e. a list of software used in warehouse design, supply chain management, distribution and transport network design, and manufacturing process and factory simulation. This blog post seeks to give a rough overview as a starting point for software comparison, tendering, and selection for specific client and project applications and use cases.

If you want to access a list of software solutions for a specific domain area, please see the following domain specific software collections:

• Link: Discrete-event simulation software list
• Link: Supply chain and distribution network simulation software list

AnyLogic

A versatile simulation software that supports agent-based, system dynamics, and discrete event modeling.

anyLogistix

Specialized for supply chain design, analysis, and optimization with simulation and analytical tools.

Arena

Widely used for discrete event simulation to improve business processes.

ARIS

A business process modeling tool focusing on process design, analysis, and optimization.

Aspen Supply Chain Planner

Optimizes supply chain planning through simulation and optimization techniques.

AutoMod

A comprehensive material handling and logistics simulation tool.

AutoTURN

Vehicle simulation software for analyzing vehicle turn maneuvers and swept path analysis.

CADSIM

Used for dynamic simulation of chemical processes and automation systems.

CAST Aurora

Simulates airport operations for capacity planning and operational optimization.

Castle

A simulation platform for pedestrian dynamics and crowd behavior analysis.

Cisco Supply Chain Network Simulation

Models and optimizes complex supply chain networks.

CloudSim

Framework for modeling and simulation of cloud computing environments and services.

COMSOL Multiphysics

Multiphysics simulation software for coupled physical phenomena.

CPN Tools

Tool for editing, simulating, and analyzing colored Petri nets.

DELMIA

Virtual manufacturing and simulation software by Dassault Systèmes.

Demo3D

3D simulation and visualization for material handling and logistics.

DESMO-J

A Java-based discrete event simulation framework.

Deswick

Integrated mine planning and simulation software.

Dynacast

Supply chain simulation software for dynamic and stochastic modeling.

EasyWMS

Warehouse management system with simulation capabilities.

Emulate3D

Simulation software for modeling and emulation of automated systems.

Enterprise Dynamics

Discrete event simulation software for industrial applications.

ExtendSim

Flexible simulation software for modeling dynamic systems.

Facsimile

Business process modeling and simulation tool.

Fesios

Simulation software for business process improvement and optimization.

FlexSim

3D simulation software for process improvement in manufacturing and logistics.

FlexTerm

Simulates port and terminal operations for logistics optimization.

GoldSim

Monte Carlo simulation software for risk and decision analysis.

GPSS World

General Purpose Simulation System for discrete event modeling.

HAULSIM

Simulation software for haulage and transportation in mining.

HSC Chemistry

Simulation software for chemical process and thermodynamic calculations.

IBM ILOG LogicNet Plus

Supply chain network design and optimization tool.

IBM SmartSCOR

Integrates SCOR framework for supply chain performance management.

iGrafx

Business process management and simulation software.

Infor CloudSuite WMS

Warehouse management system with advanced simulation features.

Infor Supply Chain Planning

Advanced planning and optimization tools for supply chain management.

Insight Maker

Web-based tool for simulation modeling and analysis using system dynamics and agent-based modeling.

ISC-virtuos

Simulation software for supply chain and logistics operations.

JaamSim

Free and open-source discrete event simulation software.

JDA Supply Chain Strategist

Supply chain design and optimization solution.

LogicNet Plus XE

Supply chain network design and optimization software.

Logility Voyager Solutions

Integrated suite for supply chain planning and optimization.

LogistiX

Simulation software for logistics and transportation planning.

Logivations W2MO

Warehouse and logistics optimization software.

Manhattan Associates WMS

Comprehensive warehouse management system with simulation capabilities.

MapleSim

Advanced modeling and simulation tool for physical systems.

Micro Saint Sharp

General-purpose discrete event simulation software.

Modelon Impact

Cloud-based system simulation platform for modeling and optimization.

MOSIMTEC

Simulation modeling services for complex systems.

MS4 Modeling Environment

Integrated environment for model-based systems engineering.

OESjs

Web-based simulation tool for operational and engineering systems.

OpenSIMPLY

Light weight simulation software for discrete event systems.

OPS

Operations simulation software for optimizing supply chain processes.

Oracle Supply Chain Planning Cloud

Cloud-based supply chain planning and optimization suite.

PacSi

Simulation software for production and logistics systems.

PaleBlue

Advanced VR-based simulation and training platform.

Pedestrian Dynamics

Software for simulating and analyzing pedestrian flow and behavior.

Planimate

Advanced simulation tool for modeling, simulation, and visualization of complex systems.

Plant Simulation

Discrete event simulation software by Siemens for manufacturing and logistics.

PowerDEVS

Software for hybrid system modeling and simulation.

PowerSim Studio

Dynamic simulation software for business and policy modeling.

Process Simulator

Integrates with Visio for process simulation and analysis.

ProcessModel

Simulation software for business process improvement.

ProModel

Simulation software for manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics.

PSCAD

Power system simulation software for electromagnetic transient analysis.

Ptolemy II

Open-source software for heterogeneous modeling and simulation.

QAD DynaSys

Supply chain planning and optimization software.

QUEST

Discrete event simulation software for manufacturing and logistics.

salabim

Discrete event simulation and animation library for Python.

SAP Integrated Business Planning

Cloud-based supply chain planning suite.

ShowFlow

Simulation software for modeling and analyzing business processes.

SIM.JS

JavaScript-based discrete event simulation library.

Sim3D

3D simulation software for logistics and material handling.

SimCAD

Interactive simulation software for business process improvement.

SimChain

Blockchain-based simulation tool for supply chain management.

SimEvents

Simulink-based discrete event simulation software.

Simile

System dynamics and agent-based modeling software.

Simio

Simulation, scheduling, and optimization software for various industries.

SimJulia

Discrete event simulation library for the Julia programming language.

simmer

Discrete event simulation package for R.

SIMPROCESS

Combines process mapping, discrete event simulation, and activity-based costing.

SimPy

Process-based discrete-event simulation framework for Python.

SimScript

Programming language and environment for discrete event simulation.

Simul8

Discrete event simulation software for improving business processes.

Simula

Language and environment for simulation and programming.

SLX Proof 3D

Advanced simulation software for manufacturing and logistics.

SmartDraw

Diagramming software with simulation capabilities for process modeling.

SolidWorks Simulation Premium

Advanced simulation software for engineering and design analysis.

SPS Commerce

Supply chain management software with analytics and simulation tools.

Supply Chain Guru

Comprehensive supply chain modeling and simulation software.

SystemC

Modeling platform for system-level design and simulation.

Transplace TMS

Transportation management system with optimization and simulation features.

USIM PAC

Process simulation software for mineral processing and chemical industries.

Visual Components

3D manufacturing simulation software for factory layout and process simulation.

VisualSim

Modeling and simulation software for electronic systems and networks.

VR-Design Studio

Virtual reality software for urban planning and architecture simulation.

WITNESS

Discrete event simulation software for manufacturing and logistics.

Linnart Felkl

Data scientist focusing on simulation, optimization and modeling in R, SQL, VBA and Python