Case Study: Cargill achieves higher production efficiency with AnyLogic simulation software

Strategic Workforce Capacity Planning to Improve Production Efficiency

Cargill, a global leader in food, agriculture, and industrial goods, faced unpredictable production caused by equipment failures and inconsistent staffing across its facilities. These disruptions made daily output hard to maintain, especially during shift changes and after overtime, so the company needed a better way to plan workforce capacity in real time. AnyLogic simulation software was used to support this effort.

Using AnyLogic’s Day of Operation tool and digital twin capabilities, Cargill implemented real-time workforce planning and labor allocation based on operational data and job criticality. The solution delivered a 1.56% increase in production efficiency across facilities, smoother shift transitions, shorter ramp-up times, and fewer slowdowns after overtime. AnyLogic also helped managers make faster, better staffing decisions aligned with production needs.

Cargill

Amanda Murphy

Cargill