Beer Game

Description

Scenario

The situation is representative of a complete supply chain of beer production: four positions from the manufacturer to the final customer. The game takes place in 3 phases to highlight the Bullwhip effect and the interest of Just In Time.

Objectives

• Understand the principle of the Bullwhip effect
• Understanding the issues of Just In Time
• Master the consequences of miscommunication

Package Content to Download

• A guide for the facilitator
• Presentation PowerPoint
• Data sheet record for each workstation
• One board for each workstation
• An Excel document to simulate the different configuration of the game
• An Excel document to develop the game’s balance sheet