Non-numeric simulation

  • Authors:

  • Steven Evans

  • Affiliations:

  • -

  • Venue:
  • WSC '74 Proceedings of the 7th conference on Winter simulation - Volume 2
  • Year:
  • 1974

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Abstract

This paper introduces the concept of non-numeric simulation, a viewpoint which emphasizes the simulation possibilities among parameters associated relationally rather than numerically. One purpose of non-numeric simulation is presented as a means of evaluation of theoretical frameworks or systems of axioms that a researcher may be considering. By way of example, an essentially non-numeric simulation is sketched, also showing how it may evolve into a more classic, numeric form. Some types of results that may arise are discussed including detecting stable, oscillating, and steady-state processes and conditions. Finally our hypothetical example is related to an instance of research in organizational behavior, with two other applications briefly noted.