A discussion of the nature of simulation experimentation allied to optimization with particular reference to the WITNESS simulation package and the WITNESS Optimizer module

White paper - Optimization.pdf

This paper outlines discrete event simulation and examines the different types of experiments that are performed with simulation models. Optimization techniques are introduced which help establish the best model choices for a defined goal. The paper continues with a discussion on simulation model solution spaces and different types of optimization algorithms.
The implementation of the WITNESS Optimizer is described with a range of model types and reports to show the results that can be achieved. The paper concludes with a discussion on problem formulation including examples and the
value of employing optimization technology.