KSM follows a ten step process for analysis and simulation jobs. Steps 1 through 3 are done as part of the proposal.

1. Define customer needs – write a set of precise problem statements.

2. Conceive model -- conceptually, describe a model which can best address the problem statement. Define the input variables, cases, and output variables. Define the form of the output (e.g. numbers, plots, or animation).

3. Choose a method – choose the best method and tool to implement the model (e.g. pencil and paper analysis, spreadsheet, event based simulation, or time domain simulation).

4. Gather input data – collect input data for the model. If data is not available, then revise the model.

5. Do the math – write the equations and algorithms which represent the model.

6. Program the math – implement the equations and algorithms into a spreadsheet or simulation.

7. Verify the program – execute the spreadsheet or simulation and debug, ensure the program correctly represents the equations.

8. Run the program – execute the cases and collect output data. Put the output data into a form that can be interpreted.

9. Validate the model – sanity check results against known benchmarks. Ensure that the model is an adequate representation of reality to address the problem statements.

10. Write a report which answers the problem statements – interpret the output data and draw conclusions. 

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