What is SAWSIM?

For sawmills that cater to a wide range of products tailored to meet unique customer needs, a practice more prevalent outside North America, delivering the correct product on time is crucial. The difficulty arises in determining which logs to process and the selection of suitable sawing patterns, a task that often proves to be intricate. Additionally, the need to assess different log purchasing strategies, market opportunities, and production constraints adds to the complexities of decision-making, demonstrating that traditional planning methods fall short in achieving optimal operational decisions. To tackle this challenge, the SAWSIM®-LP linear programming optimization system was developed to aid sawmilling businesses in pinpointing the most effective "sawing pattern recipes"—the ideal mix of sawing patterns that transforms a particular log input into the desired production output. This system not only facilitates immediate production planning but also offers crucial insights that can help address long-term considerations involving marketing tactics and log procurement. By utilizing such cutting-edge optimization tools, sawmills can significantly boost their operational effectiveness and adaptability to shifting market requirements, ultimately leading to greater success in a competitive landscape. Furthermore, the integration of these advanced systems can foster a culture of continuous improvement, allowing sawmills to refine their processes over time.

Integrations

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Screenshots and Video

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Company Facts

Company Name:
HALCO Software Systems
Company Website:
www.halcosoftware.com/applications-8-sawmill-production-planning

Product Details

Deployment
Mac
Windows
Training Options
Not Offered
Support
Standard Support

Product Details

Target Company Sizes
Individual
1-10
11-50
51-200
201-500
501-1000
1001-5000
5001-10000
10001+
Target Organization Types
Mid Size Business
Small Business
Enterprise
Freelance
Nonprofit
Government
Startup
Supported Languages
English

SAWSIM Categories and Features

Forestry Software

Barcoding / RFID
Contract Management
Cost Accounting
Customer Management
Financial Management
Harvest Management
Order Processing
Pricing Management
Production Tracking
Supplier Management
Transportation Management