A modification of the well-known beer distribution game for teaching supply chain management. The novel feature is utilization of spreadsheets in a multiplayer mode which could help achieve: easy setup and intuitive interface; possibilities of playing locally or via internet in a single or several computers; incorporation of financial parameters for learning inventory control from accounting perspective. An additional option is a simulation of a simple competition between two supply chains. Simulation sessions set minimum requirements towards staff, software, and equipment. Outputs can be immediately made available for demonstration in a classroom by means of graphs and tables. Results of simulations could be particularly suitable for showing bullwhip effects.

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  • easy setup of multiplayer games and intuitive interface as compared to traditional beer game versions
  • possibilities of playing both via internet and LAN
  • incorporation of financial parameters for learning inventory control from accounting perspective
  • option to simulate a competition between two supply chains
  • minimum requirements towards staff, software, equipment and additional materials

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2016-06-23