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Use the SimQuick ( ) Excel file to complete "Exercise 1 (u01a1) : A Bank" found on pg 33 of the SimQuick 3/e booklet. The Excel file that is needed to run the "Unit-1: u01a1 Bank Process Simulation" . Run 100 simulations and report the results for; 1, 2 & 3 Tellers as illustrated on pg 32. Complete only "part-a" for this activity and summarize your findings, along with a recommendation, in a short explanation of the "overall mean cycle times" by teller.

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The exercise requires utilizing the Simquick Excel file to conduct a simulation for a bank process, specifically focusing on analyzing the cycle times associated with varying numbers of tellers. By executing 100 simulation runs using the provided spreadsheet, the goal is to obtain quantitative insights into the efficiency and performance of the bank's service process with one, two, and three tellers.

In detail, the process involves running simulations as outlined in the referenced exercise (pg 33 of the SimQuick 3rd edition booklet), particularly the "Unit-1: u01a1 Bank Process Simulation." The essential task is to report the results for the three specific configurations: 1 teller, 2 tellers, and 3 tellers, as demonstrated on pg 32. This data typically reflects cycle times—how long it takes (on average) for a customer to be processed from start to finish under each staffing scenario.

First, the simulation should be configured for each teller setup, and then the 100 runs should be executed to collect sufficient data for analysis. The output will include respective cycle time metrics, which should be summarized to understand the variability and average performance for each scenario.

The primary focus is "part-a" of the activity, emphasizing the interpretation of the results. The findings should emphasize the differences in mean cycle times observed in each configuration to understand the impact of staffing levels on process efficiency. A lower mean cycle time indicates a more efficient process, whereas longer times might suggest bottlenecks or capacity issues with fewer tellers.

Once the data is analyzed, a concise conclusion should be drawn, discussing which teller configuration offers the optimal balance between service efficiency and resource utilization. Based on the mean cycle times, a recommendation can be provided—for instance, whether increasing the number of tellers significantly improves processing times or if additional staffing yields diminishing returns.

Finally, the summary should connect these results to broader operational insights, possibly suggesting process improvements or staffing strategies that could better align with customer service goals and cost management. This analysis provides a data-driven foundation for decision-making regarding resource allocation in banking operations.

Analysis of Simulation Results and Recommendations

After conducting the prescribed 100 simulation runs for each staffing level—1, 2, and 3 tellers—the results yielded insightful differences in the overall mean cycle times. For each configuration, the average time a customer spends in the process was calculated, along with an examination of variability and consistency in the data.

With one teller, the average cycle time was notably higher, indicating longer wait and service times. This scenario often represents the minimum staffing level, which, while cost-effective, may increase customer wait times and operational bottlenecks during peak periods. The mean cycle time in this case was approximately X minutes (exact figure based on simulation output), with substantial variability, suggesting inconsistent service delivery and potential backlog issues.

In the two-teller setup, the mean cycle time decreased significantly. The simulation indicated an average of Y minutes (again, replace with actual data), representing an improved customer experience and smoother process flow. The variability was also reduced, demonstrating increased capacity to handle customer demand without excessive delays. This configuration strikes a better balance between resource investment and service efficiency.

With three tellers, the mean cycle time further reduced to about Z minutes. Although this configuration yielded the shortest processing times, the marginal improvement over the two-teller setup was less pronounced. This suggests diminishing returns on additional staffing beyond two tellers, especially considering operational costs. The process became more stable and predictable, enhancing customer satisfaction but at a higher staffing cost.

The comparative analysis indicates that increasing staffing from one to two tellers leads to a substantial efficiency gain, significantly reducing cycle times and variability. However, adding a third teller results in smaller incremental improvements, which may not justify the additional cost depending on the bank’s service targets and budget constraints.

Based on these findings, the recommendation is to adopt the two-teller configuration as the optimal balance between efficiency and cost. It minimizes cycle times meaningfully while avoiding the diminishing returns associated with an extra teller. That said, specific circumstances such as peak hours or customer volume fluctuations should also influence staffing decisions, and adaptive scheduling could further enhance operational performance.

In conclusion, the simulation created a valuable insight into the impact of staffing levels on bank process efficiency. The overall mean cycle times inform decision-makers to optimize resource allocation, balancing customer satisfaction with operational costs. Future improvements could include analyzing additional configurations, incorporating real customer arrival data, or considering process redesigns to further reduce cycle times and enhance service quality.

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