048. queue simulation: modelling the supermarket checkout (ks5)
Apply advanced computational modelling to simulate supermarket queues, analysing arrival rates and service times to optimise efficiency and reduce waiting.
Why is there always a queue at the supermarket, and how do managers know how many checkouts to open? This is a classic problem in operational research. In this advanced module, we will build a discrete event simulation to model a queueing system. By adjusting parameters like arrival rates and service times, you will analyse the system's efficiency and learn how to mathematically optimise real-world processes.
Last modified: March 25th, 2026
