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4.3.1 Model Base Notes

A collection of pre-programmed quantitative models (e.g., statistical, financial, optimization)
organized as a single unit. Four categories of models with the model base:

Strategic models
Tactical models
Operational models

Analytical models
Strategic Models: Models that represent problems for the strategic level (i.e., executive level) of
management.
Tactical Models: Models that represent problems for the tactical level (i.e., mid-level) of
management.
Operational Models: Models that represent problems for the operational level of management.
Analytical Models: Mathematical models into which data are loaded for analysis.

Task Make distinction between Tactical models and Operational models.

4.3.2 Model Building Blocks and Routines

Model building blocks are Pre-programmed software elements that can be used to build
computerized models.

Example: A random-number generator can be employed in the construction of a
simulation model.

Model Base Management System

MBMS software has four main functions:

Model creation, using programming languages, DSS tools and/or subroutines, and other
building blocks
Generation of new routines and reports

Model updating and changing
Model data manipulation

4.3.3 Model Directory

Model execution is the process of controlling the actual running of the model
Model integration involves combining the operations of several models when needed

A model command processor is used to accept and interpret modeling instructions from
the user interface component and route them to the MBMS, model execution, or integration
functions

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