The spreadsheet (Excel) of a single-period inventory model with stochastic demand can be used as a simulation tool for engineering education or Decision Support System.
Based on spreadsheet techniques and examples described in the following sources:
Albright S. C., & Winston W. L. (2005). Spreadsheet modeling and applications: essentials of practical management science, South-Western Pub.
Albright, S. C. W. C., Winston, W., & Zappe, C. (2010). Data analysis and decision making. Cengage...