Recent publications

  1. Williams, Edward J., and Kevin Fosso. 1993. Modeling Trucks and Trains with SIMAN Guided Transporters. In SIMAN SEZ, a Simulation Newsletter by Systems Modeling Corporation. September 1993, 7-8.
  2. Williams, Ed. 1993. Ford Puts Programmers to the Test. In Enterprise Systems Journal 8(10): 30-101.
  3. Williams, Edward J. 1993. Selection of a Simulation-Service Vendor. In Industrial Engineering 25(11): 18-19 Text of article.
  4. Williams, Edward J. 1993. How to Select a Simulation-Services Vendor. In Production 105(12): 36-37.
  5. Williams, Edward J. 1993. Simulation Instruction -- Corporate Vs. Campus. In Proceedings of the 1993 Winter Simulation Conference, eds. Gerald W. Evans, Mansooreh Mollaghasemi, Edward C. Russell, and William E. Biles, 1384-1387.
  6. Williams, Edward, and Eric Haan. 1994. Modeling Large-Scale Networks with WITNESS. In The AT&T Interactive Modeler. November 1994, 2-3.
  7. Williams, Edward J. 1994. Downtime Data -- its Collection, Analysis, and Importance. In Proceedings of the 1994 Winter Simulation Conference, eds. Jeffrey D. Tew, Mani S. Manivannan, Deborah A. Sadowski, and Andrew F. Seila, 1040-1043. Text of article
  8. Williams, Edward J., and Eric R. Haan. 1995. A Creative Approach to Modeling Product Orders in AutoMod. In Proceedings of AutoSimulations Symposium 1995.
  9. Dennis, John, Robert Czech, and Edward Williams. 1995. Modularizing a Decision-Based Pull System Using ProModel. In Proceedings of the Sixth Annual Users' Conference, ed. Lori Monson.
  10. Armstrong, Brad, Stuart Gittlitz, Debbie Kotlarek, Thomas Gogg, Barbara Mazziotti, and Edward Williams. Manufacturing Simulation Consultant's Forum. In Proceedings of the 1995 Winter Simulation Conference, eds. Christos Alexopoulos, Keebom Ka ng, William R. Lilegdon, and David Goldsman, 895-901.
  11. Williams, Edward J., and Kevin A. Fosso. 1995. A Simulation Modeler's View of a Carousel. In Proceedings of the 1995 Winter Simulation Conference, eds. Christos Alexopoulos, Keebom Kang, William R. Lilegdon, and David Goldsman, 925-929.
  12. Williams, Edward J., and Igal Ahitov. 1996. Scheduling Analysis Using Discrete Event Simulation. In Proceedings of the 29th Annual Simulation Symposium, 148-154. Text of article
  13. Williams, Edward J., Arun Jayaraman, and Susan Khoubyari. 1996. Optimization of Palletization in a Production Job Shop. In Proceedings of the Manufacturing Improvement Conference and Exposition. Text of article
  14. Williams, Edward J. 1996. ProModel Discrete Process Simulation Model Builder. APICS - the Performance Advantage 5(6):64-66.
  15. Williams, Edward J. 1996. Modeling of Bridge Cranes Using ProModel for Windows. In Planet Promodel, Seventh Annual Users Conference.
  16. Williams, Edward J. 1996. Making Simulation a Corporate Norm. In Proceedings of the 1996 Summer Computer Simulation Conference, eds. V. Wayne Ingalls, Joseph Cynamon, and Annie Saylor, 627-632. Text of article.
  17. Williams, Edward J., and Dean E. Orlando. 1996. Simulation Applied to Engine Upper Intake Manifold Assembly. In Proceedings of the Southeastern Simulation Conference '96, ed. Joseph S. Gauthier, 16-22. Text of article
  18. Williams, Edward J., and Igal Ahitov. 1996. Integrated Use of Macro and Micro Models Within a Simulation Study. In AUTOFACT '96 Conference Proceedings, ed. Lisa Moody, 169-179. Text of article
  19. Williams, Edward J., and Celia Ortiz. 1996. Steel Production Methods Improvement Study. In Proceedings of the 1st Annual International Conference on Industrial Engineering Applications and Practice, eds. Jacob Jen-Gwo Chen and Anil Mital, 324-329. Text of article
  20. Williams, Edward J., and Susan Khoubyari. 1996. Modeling Issues in a Shipping System. In Proceedings of the 1996 Winter Simulation Conference, eds. John M. Charnes, Douglas J. Morrice, Daniel T. Brunner, and James J. Swain, 1353-1358. Text of article.
  21. Ali K. Gunal, Shigeru Sadakane, and Edward J. Williams. 1996. Modeling of Chain Conveyors and their Equipment Interfaces. In Proceedings of the 1996 Winter Simulation Conference, eds. John M. Charnes, Douglas J. Morrice, Daniel T. Brunner, and James J. Swain, 1107-1114. Text of article.
  22. Williams, Edward J., Brian Harrington, John M. Dennis, and John J. Risch. 1997. Simulation Analysis of a Radiator Core Build Process. In Proceedings of Simulators International XIV, eds. Maurice Ades and Roy Fray, 213-218.
  23. Williams, Edward J. 1997. How Simulation Gains Acceptance as a Manufacturing Productivity Improvement Tool. In Proceedings of the 11th European Simulation Multiconference, eds. Ali Riza Kaylan and Axel Lehmann, P-3--P-7. Text of article.
  24. Williams, Edward J., and John Harder. 1997. Teaching Statistics -- Industrial Realities Not Between the Textbook Covers. In Proceedings of the Fourth International Applied Statistics in Industry Conference, ed. Bradley J. Brown, 219-230. Text of article.
  25. Williams, Edward J. 1997. Discrete-Event Process Simulation for the Continuous Simulation Model Builder. In Proceedings of the 1997 Summer Computer Simulation Conference, eds. Mohammad S. Obaidat and John Illgen, 362-367. Text of article.
  26. Williams, Edward J., and Sheldon Bailiff. 1997. Simulation Applied to Improve Transmission Hub Machining Processes. In Proceedings of the 2nd Annual International Conference on Industrial Engineering Applications and Practice, Volume II, eds. Jacob Jen-Gwo Chen and Anil Mital, 983-988.
  27. Williams, Edward J., and Ramu Narayanaswamy. 1997. Application of Simulation to Scheduling, Sequencing, and Material Handling. In Proceedings of the 1997 Winter Simulation Conference, eds. Sigrún Andradóttir, Kevin J. Healy, David H. Withers, and Barry L. Nelson, 861-865. Abstract & keywords
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  28. Williams, Edward J., and Andrew Gevaert. 1997. Pallet Optimization and Throughput Estimation Via Simulation. In Proceedings of the 1997 Winter Simulation Conference, eds. Sigrún Andradóttir, Kevin J. Healy, David H. Withers, and Barry L. Nelson, 744-749. Abstract & keywords
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  29. Williams, Edward J., and Shigeru Sadakane. 1997. Simulation of a Paint Shop Power and Free Line. In Proceedings of the 1997 Winter Simulation Conference, eds. Sigrún Andradóttir, Kevin J. Healy, David H. Withers, and Barry L. Nelson, 727-732. Abstract & keywords
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  30. Williams, Edward J., and Gerald A. Levasseur. 1998. A Tutorial on Statistical Analyses in Applied Manufacturing Simulation. In Proceedings of the Simulators International XV, eds. Maurice Ades and Ron Griebenow, 41-47.
  31. Williams, Edward J., and John C. Spaccarotella. 1998. Quantitative Process Layout Design Supported by Discrete Simulation. In Industrial Engineering Research '98 Conference Proceedings CD-ROM, eds. Leon McGinnis and Spyros Reveliotis.
  32. Williams, Edward J. 1998. Verification and Validation in Industrial Simulation. In Proceedings of the 1998 Summer Computer Simulation Conference, eds. Mohammad S. Obaidat, Franco Davoli, and Danny DeMarinis, 57-62.
  33. Gavirneni, Srinagesh, Ram Rachamadugu, and Edward Williams. 1998. Decision Support Systems for Personal Computer Replacement in Business Environment. In Decision Sciences Institute 1998 Proceedings, Volume 2, ed. Kenneth Bartkus, 657-659.
  34. Williams, Edward J., and Haldun Çelik. 1998. Analysis of Conveyor Systems within Automotive Final Assembly. In Proceedings of the 1998 Winter Simulation Conference, eds. D. J. Medeiros, Edward F. Watson, John S. Carson, and Mani S. Manivannan, Volume 2, 915-920.
  35. Williams, Edward J., and Dean Orlando. 1998. Simulation Applied to Final Engine Drop Assembly. In Proceedings of the 1998 Winter Simulation Conference, eds. D. J. Medeiros, Edward F. Watson, John S. Carson, and Mani S. Manivannan, Volume 2, 943-949.
  36. Williams, Edward J. 1999. From Glossy Brochure to Successful Project Usage: Guidelines to the Selection of Discrete-Event Process Simulation Software Tools. In Proceedings of the Industrial & Business Simulation Symposium, ed. Maurice Ades, 68-72.
  37. Harrington, Brian, Edward J. Williams, and Leonard G. Prezecki. 1999. Achieving Lean Manufacturing under Sequencing and Material Handling Constraints. In Proceedings of the Industrial Engineering SOLUTIONS '99 Conference, eds. Paul H. Cohen and Bopaya Bidanda, 69-75.
  38. Suchyta, Scott J., and Edward J. Williams. 1999. Integration of Simulation, Statistical Analyses, and Optimization into the Design and Implementation of a Transfer-Line Manufacturing System. In Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Engineering Design and Automation [CD-ROM], eds. Hamid R. Parsaei, Mitsuo Gen, Masato Sasaki, Herman R. Leep, and Julius P. Wang, 336-343. Advances in Engineering Design and Automation Research III, Integrated Technology Systems, Incorporated, Prospect, Kentucky.
  39. Williams, Edward J. 1999. "Markov Chains". In Industrial Engineering Applications & Practice: Users' Encyclopedia, ed. Anil Mital [CD-ROM ISBN #0-9654599-0-X] Copyright International Journal of Industrial Engineering - Theory, Applications, and Practice
  40. Dennis, John M., P. E. Coffman, Jr., and Edward J. Williams. 1999. Modeling Equipment Breakdowns: Adjusting Reliability via Behavior-Invariant Modifications of Pertinent Probability Densities. In Proceedings of the 4th Annual International Conference on Industrial Engineering Theory, Applications and Practice [CD-ROM ISBN #0-9654599-4-2], eds. Jacob Jen-Gwo Chen and Anil Mital.
  41. Williams, Edward J. 2000. Enhancing Collaboration among Operations Research and Simulation Educators and Practitioners. In Proceedings of the Second International Conference on Simulation, Gaming, Training and Business Process Reengineering in Operations, eds. Yuri Merkuryev, Birger Rapp, and Galina Merkuryeva, 22-26.
  42. Ülgen, Onur M., and Edward J. Williams. 2001. "Simulation Methodology, Tools, and Applications." In Maynard's Industrial Engineering Handbook, 5th edition, editor Kjell B. Zandin, 11.101-11.119. New York, New York: The McGraw-Hill Companies, Incorporated.
  43. Williams, Edward J., and Marcelo Zottolo. 2001. "Upgrading Drive-Through Services of a Credit Union Via Simulation." In Proceedings of Harbour Maritime & Multimodal Logistics Modelling & Simulation Conference, eds. Agostino G. Bruzzone, Yuri Merkuryev, Luca Maria Gambardella, and Norbert Giambiasi [ISBN 90-77039-03-1]. Genova, Italia: Society for Computer Simulation International - SCS Europe.
  44. Williams, Edward J., Dean Darwactor, and Lisa Shorkey. 2001. "Evaluation of Machine Shop Logistic Alternatives Using Simulation." In Proceedings of the 13th European Simulation Symposium, eds. Norbert Giambiasi and Claudia Frydman, 255-259.
  45. Williams, Edward J. 2002. "Achieving Maintainability of Process Simulation Software Models." In Proceedings of the 16th European Simulation Multiconference, eds. Krzysztof Amborski and Hermann Meuth, 7-10.
  46. Williams, Edward J., and Drew Podges. 2002. "Simulation in International Service - Analysis of Windsor-Detroit Tunnel Traffic." In Proceedings of the International Workshops on Harbour, Maritime and Multimodal Logistics Modelling & Simulation and Modelling & Applied Simulation, eds. Agostino G. Bruzzone, Yuri Merkuryev, and Roberto Mosca, 37-41.
  47. Williams, Edward J., Mahamed Karaki, and Craig Lammers. 2002. "Use of Simulation to Determine Cashier Staffing Policy at a Retail Checkout." In Proceedings of the 14th European Simulation Symposium, eds. Alexander Verbraeck and Wilfried Krug, 172-176.
  48. Williams, Edward J., Ülgen, Onur M., and Chris DeWitt. 2002. "An Approach and Interface for Building Generic Manufacturing Kanban-Systems Models." In Proceedings of the 2002 Winter Simulation Conference, Volume 2, eds. Enver Yücesan, Chun-Hung Chen, Jane L. Snowdon, and John M. Charnes, 1138-1141.
  49. Williams, Edward J. and Marcelo Zottolo. 2003. Improvement of Throughput and Resource Utilization in an Automotive Stamping Plant. In Proceedings of the 1st International Industrial Simulation Conference, eds. Juan Carlos Guerri, Ana Pajares, and Carlos Palau, 285-289.
  50. Williams, Edward J., and Ryan VanBelle. 2003. Exploring Alternatives in an Automotive Industry Job Shop Using Simulation. In Proceedings of the 2003 Summer Computer Simulation Conference, eds. Agostino Bruzzone and Mhamed Itmi, 521-524.
  51. Williams, Edward J., and Vanessa Harp. 2003. Improving Logistical Procedure Within a Hospital Inpatient Pharmacy. In Proceedings of the International Workshop on Harbour, Maritime and Logistics Modelling & Simulation, eds. Yuri Merkuryev, Agostino G. Bruzzone, Galina Merkuryeva, Leonid Novitsky, and Edward Williams, 137-141.
  52. Williams, Edward J. 2003. A Simulation Client Achieves High Self-Sufficiency. In Proceedings of the 15th European Simulation Symposium, eds. Alexander Verbraeck and Vlatka Hlupic, 337-342.
  53. Williams, Edward J., and Ali Gunal. 2003. Supply Chain Simulation and Analysis with SimFlex™. In Proceedings of the 2003 Winter Simulation Conference, Volume 1, eds. Stephen E. Chick, Paul J. Sánchez, David Ferrin, and Douglas J. Morrice, 231-237.
  54. Zottolo, Marcelo, and Edward Williams. 2004. Improving the Manufacture of Extruded Window Seals Via Simulation. In Proceedings of the 2nd International Industrial Simulation Conference, eds. Javier Marin and Vladan Koncar, 134-138.
  55. Williams, Edward J., Mark Hebert, and Ryan Raftery. 2004. Simulation in Support of Robotically Automated Vehicle Seat Testing. In Proceedings of the 18th European Simulation Multiconference, ed. Graham Horton, 169-174.
  56. Gupta, Navin, and Edward J. Williams. 2004. Simulation Improves Service and Profitability of an Automobile Service Garage. In Proceedings of the 16th European Simulation Symposium, eds. György Lipovszki and István Molnár, 53-59.
  57. Johansson, Björn, Edward J. Williams, and Tord Alenljung. 2004. Using Autonomous Modular Material Handling Equipment for Manufacturing Flexibility. In Proceedings of the 2004 Winter Simulation Conference, Volume 2, eds. Ricki G. Ingalls, Manuel D. Rossetti, Jeffrey S. Smith, and Brett A. Peters, 1115-1121.
  58. Chantaravarapan, Samarn, Edward J. Williams, and Ali Gunal. 2004. On Using Monte Carlo Methods for Scheduling. In Proceedings of the 2004 Winter Simulation Conference, Volume 2, eds. Ricki G. Ingalls, Manuel D. Rossetti, Jeffrey S. Smith, and Brett A. Peters, 1870-1875.
  59. Williams, Edward J., Justin A. Clark, Jory D. Bales, Jr., and Renee M. Amodeo.  2005.  Simulation Improves Staffing Procedure at an Oil Change Center.  In Proceedings of the 19th European Conference on Modelling and Simulation, eds. Yuri Merkuryev, Richard Zobel, and Eugčne Kerckoffs, 309-314.  Text of article.
  60. Murty, Vidyasagar, Neelesh A. Kale, Rohit Trivedi, Onur M. Ülgen, and Edward J. Williams.  2005.  Simulation Validates Design and Scheduling of a Production Line.  In Proceedings of the 3rd Industrial Simulation Conference, eds. Jörg Krüger, Alexei Lisounkin, and Gerhard Schreck, 201-205.
  61. Zottolo, Marcelo, Edward J. Williams, and Onur M. Ülgen.  2006.  Analysis of Target Inventory via Discrete-Event Simulation.  In Proceedings of the 20th European Conference on Modelling and Simulation, eds. Wolfgang Borutzky, Alessandra Orsoni, and Richard Zobel, 281-285.
  62. Williams, Edward, Onur M. Ülgen, Sheldon Bailiff, and Ravindra Lote.  2006.  Material Handling Resource Utilization:  Simulation Study for Stamping Plant.  In Proceedings of the 2006 Winter Simulation Conference [CD], eds. Barry Lawson, Jason Liu, L. Felipe Perrone, and Frederick Wieland.
  63. Czech, Matthew, Michael Witkowski, and Edward J. Williams.  2007.  Simulation Improves Patient Flow and Productivity at a Dental Clinic.  In Proceedings of the 21st European Conference on Modelling and Simulation, eds. Ivan Zelinka, Zuzana Oplatková, and Alessandra Orsoni, 25-29.
  64. Lammers, Eric J., Onur M. Ülgen, and Edward J. Williams.  2007.  Simulation Helps Evaluate and Redesign Seat Armrest Assembly.  In Proceedings of the 6th EUROSIM Congress on Modelling and Simulation [CD-ROM ISBN #3-901608-32-X, copyright EUROSIM/SLOSIM], eds. Borut Zupančič, Rihard Karba, and Sašo Blažič.
  65. Zottolo, Marcelo, Edward Williams, and Onur M. Ülgen.  2007.  Simulation Implements Demand-Driven Workforce Scheduler for Service Industry.  In Proceedings of the 2007 Winter Simulation Conference, eds. S. G. Henderson, B. Biller, M.-H. Hsieh, J. Shortle, J. D. Tew, and R. R. Barton, 219-225.  CD ISBN #1-4244-1306-0.
  66. Kale, Neelesh, Marcelo Zottolo, Onur M. Ülgen, and Edward J. Williams.  2007.  Simulation Improves End-of-Line Sortation and Material Handling Pickup Scheduling at Appliance Manufacturer.  In Proceedings of the 2007 Winter Simulation Conference, eds. S. G. Henderson, B. Biller, M.-H. Hsieh, J. Shortle, J. D. Tew, and R. R. Barton, 1863-1868. CD ISBN #1-4244-1306-0.
  67. Lang, Teresa, Edward J. Williams, and Onur M. Ülgen.  2008.  Simulation Improves Manufacture and Material Handling of Forged Metal Components.  In Proceedings of the 22nd European Conference on Modelling and Simulation, eds. Loucas S. Louca, Yiorgos Chrysanthou, Zuzana Oplatková, and Khalid Al-Begain, 247-253.
  68. Vasudevan, Karthik Krishna, Ravi Lote, Edward J. Williams, and Onur Ülgen.  2008.  Iterative Use of Simulation and Scheduling Methodologies to Improve Productivity.  In Proceedings of the 2008 Winter Simulation Conference, [ISBN 978-1-4244-2708-6, IEEE catalog number CFP08WSC-CDR, Library of Congress 87-654182], eds. Scott Mason, Ray Hill, Lars Mönch, Oliver Rose, Tom Jefferson, and J. W. Fowler.
  69. Zottolo, Marcelo, Kathryn Peacock, Eric Lammers, and Edward Williams.  2008.  Throughput Capacity Verification of Automated Parking Systems.  .  In Proceedings of the 2008 Winter Simulation Conference [ISBN 978-1-4244-2708-6,  IEEE catalog number CFP08WSC-CDR, Library of Congress 87-654182], eds. Scott Mason, Ray Hill, Lars Mönch, Oliver Rose, Tom Jefferson, and J. W. Fowler.
  70. Lote, Ravindra, Edward J. Williams, and Onur M. Ülgen. 2009. Simulation of Medical Laboratory Operations to Achieve Optimal Resource Allocation. In Proceedings of the 23rd European Conference on Modelling and Simulation, eds. Javier Otamendi, Andrzej Bargiela, José Luis Montes, and Luis Miguel Doncel Pedrera, 249-255.
  71. John F. Dunbar III, Jung-wen Liu, and Edward J. Williams. 2009. Simulation of Alternatives for Transmission Plant Assembly Line. In Proceedings of the 2009 Summer Computer Simulation Conference, eds. Osman Balci, Maarten Sierhuis, Xiaolin Hu, and Levent Yilmaz, 17-23.
  72. Vasudevan, Karthik, Ravi Lote, Edward Williams, and Onur M. Ülgen. 2009. High Speed Bottle Manufacturing Lines: Case Studies and Simulation Software Selection Techniques. In Proceedings of the 2009 Winter Simulation Conference, eds. M. D. Rossetti, R. R. Hill, B. Johansson, and R. G. Ingalls. CD: ISBN 978-1-4244-5772-4.
  73. Baffo, Dominic, Edward J. Williams, and Onur M. Ülgen.  2010.  Quantitative Simulation Approach to Ameliorate Deadlock Concerns in Automotive Manufacture.  In Proceedings of the 2010 Summer Computer Simulation Conference, eds. Gabriel Wainer, Andreas Tolk, Peter Kropf, and Mhamed Itmi, 17-24.
  74. Vasudevan, Karthik, Eric J. Lammers, Edward J. Williams, and Onur M. Ülgen.  2010.  Application of Simulation to Design and Operation of Steel Mill Devoted to Manufacture of Line Pipes.  In Proceedings of the Second International Conference on Advances in System Simulation [SIMUL 2010], eds. Edward Williams and Pascal Lorenz.  IARIA, IEEE.  CD ISBN 978-0-7695-4142-6.
  75. Ruohonen, Toni, and Edward J. Williams.  2010.  Simulation Education and its Collaborations within University Curricula.  In Proceedings of the 7th EUROSIM Congress on Modelling and Simulation, Volume 2, eds. M. Šnorek, Z. Buk, M. Čepek, and J. Drchal.  CSSS, CD ISBN 978-80-01-04589-3.
  76. Devikar, Ashish, Nikhil Garge, Rajesh Welekar, Karthik Vasudevan, and Edward Williams.  2010.  Evaluating the Performance of a Complex Power and Free Conveyor System in a Flexible Manufacturing Environment.  In Proceedings of the 2010 Winter Simulation Conference, eds. B. Johansson, S. Jain, J. Montoya-Torres, J. Hugan, and Enver Yücesan.
  77. Ülgen, O., Scott J. Bury, Roberto Lu, Ed Williams, and Demet Wood.  Panel Discussion:  Business Processes for Applying DE Simulation Effectively in Manufacturing Companies.  In Proceedings of the 2010 Winter Simulation Conference, eds. B. Johansson, S. Jain, J. Montoya-Torres, J. Hugan, and Enver Yücesan.

78.  Patlola, Phanindher, and Edward J. Williams.  2011.  Simulation Improves Stretch-Wrap Packaging Logistics in Warehouse.  In Proceedings of the 2011 International Simulation Multi-Conference, eds. Peter Kropf, Abdolreza Abhara, Mamadou K. Traoré, and Hamid Vakilzadian [ISBN 1-930638-58-2], 175-179.

  1. Lote, Ravi, Edward J. Williams, and Onur M. Ülgen.  2011.  Simulation Increases Efficiency of Engine Air-Leak Testing.  In Proceedings of the 25th European Conference on Modelling and Simulation, eds. Tadeusz Burczynski, Joanna Kolodziej, Aleksander Byrski, and Marco Carvalho, 563-568.
  2. Zottolo, Marcelo, Edward J. Williams, and Onur M. Ülgen.  2011.  Simulation Helps Assess and Increase Airplane Manufacturing Capacity.  In Proceedings of the 23rd European Modeling & Simulation Symposium, eds. Agostino G. Bruzzone, Miquel A. Piera, Francesco Longo, Priscilla Elfrey, Michael Affenzeller, and Osman Balci, 30-34.
  3. Harrington, Brian, Srinivas Rajanna, Edward Williams, Onur M. Ülgen, and Vaibhav Rothe.  2012.  Development and Use of a Generic AS/RS Sizing Simulation Model.  In Proceedings of the 26th European Conference on Modelling and Simulation, eds. Klaus G. Troitzsch, Michael Möhring, and Ulf Lotzmann, 549-555.

82.  Ma, Xiangwan, Alex Beeker, Mike McCloskey, David Moldawer, and Edward Williams.  2012.  Increasing Efficiency of Large University Dining Hall Usage.  In Proceedings of the International Workshop on Applied Modeling and Simulation, eds. Agostino G. Bruzzone, Francesco Longo, Erdal Cayirci, and Wayne Buck, 14-17.

83.  Mellal, Mohamed Arezki, Smail Adjerid, Edward J. Williams, and Djamel Benazzouz.  2012.  Optimal Replacement Policy for Obsolete Components Using Cuckoo Optimization Algorithm-Based-Approach:  Dependability context.  In Journal of Scientific & Industrial Research (71,11) 715-721 (November).

84.  Williams, Edward J., and Onur M. Ülgen.  2012.  Pitfalls in Managing a Simulation Project.  In Proceedings of the 2012 Winter Simulation Conference, eds. C. Laroque, J. Himmelspach, R. Pasupathy, O. Rose, and A. M. Uhrmacher.

85.  Skoogh, Anders, Björn Johansson, and Edward J. Williams.  2012.  Constructive Alignment in Simulation Education.  In Proceedings of the 2012 Winter Simulation Conference, eds. C. Laroque, J. Himmelspach, R. Pasupathy, O. Rose, and A. M. Uhrmacher.

86.  Mellal, Mohamed Arezki, Smail Adjerid, Djamel Benazzouz, Sofiane Berrazouane, and Edward J. Williams.  Optimal Policy for the Replacement of Industrial Systems Subject to Technological Obsolescence - Using Genetic Algorithm.  In Acta Polytechnica Hungarica, (10,1) 197-208, 2013 (February).

87.  Mellal, M. A., S. Adjerid, D. Benazzouz, S. Berrazouane, and E. J. Williams.  2013.  Obsolescence Optimization of Electronic and Mechatronic Components by Considering Dependability and Energy Consumption.  In Journal of Central South University of Technology (20,5) 1221-1225.

88.  Zou, Bai, Xiaofan Hu, Ju Xiong, Mingdi You, and Edward J. Williams.  2013.  Simulation Improves University Campuses Bus Service.  In Proceedings of the 27th European Conference on Modelling and Simulation, eds. Webjřrn Rekdalsbakken, Robin T. Bye, and Houxiang Zhang, 615-621.

89.  Mellal, Mohamed Arezki, Smail Adjerid, and Edward J. Williams.  2013.  Optimal Selection of Obsolete Tools in Manufacturing Systems Using Cuckoo Optimization Algorithm.  In Chemical Engineering Transactions (33), 355-360.

90.  Ratti, Sagar, Ravi Lote, Edward J. Williams, and Onur M. Ülgen.  2013.  Simulation Aids Long-Term Capacity at a Sunglasses Manufacturing Plant.  Proceedings of the International Workshop on Applied Modeling and Simulation, eds. Agostino G. Bruzzone, Claudia Frydman, , Sergio Junco, Erdal Cayirci, and Cecilia Zanni-Merk, 83-87.

91.  Mellal, Mohamed Arezki, and Edward J. Williams.  2014.  Parameter Optimization of Advanced Machining Processes Using Cuckoo Optimization Algorithm and Hoopoe Heuristic.  In Journal of Intelligent Manufacturing (25,3), June.

92.  Rahman, Hamza A. and Edward J. Williams.  2014.  Simulation Improves Call Center Design at Travel Agency Offices.  In Proceedings of the International Workshop on Applied Modelling and Simulation, eds. Agostino Bruzzone and Francisco Longo.

93.  Williams, Edward J.  2014.  Simulation Attacks Manufacturing Challenges.  In

Proceedings of the 2014 Winter Simulation Conference, eds. Andreas Tolk, Levent Yilmaz, Saikou Diallo, and Ilya O. Ryzhov.

94.  Gruber, Jared W., Renée Smiddy, Jeffrey M. Watson, and Edward J. Williams. (2015). Simulation Helps Local Grocery Store Compete Effectively Against Large Chains.  In Fifth International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Operations Management (ISBN 978-0-9855497-2-5, pages 2421-2424).

95.  Swapnil, Landge and Edward J. Williams.  2015.  Simulation Aids Long-Term Capacity Planning at a Plant Manufacturing Safes.  In Proceedings of the SIMUL 2015 Conference, eds. Philipp Helle and Mario Freire.

96.  M. A. Mellal and E. J. Williams.  2015.  Cuckoo optimization algorithm with penalty function for combined heat and power economic dispatch problem.  Energy ( 93,1711–1718).  DOI: 10.1016/j.energy.2015.10.006.

97.  Williams, Edward J.  2015.  A Primer for Simulation in Manufacturing.  In Industrial Engineer 47(12):30-35.

98.  Mellal, Mohamed Arezki and Edward J. Williams.  2016.  Total production time minimisation of a multi-pass milling process via cuckoo optimisation algorithm.  The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 83.

99.  Sivaramakrishnan, Sapthagirishwaran Thennal, Shanmugasundaram Chandrasekaran, Jennifer Dhanapal, Paul Ajaydivyan Jeya Sekar, and Edward J. Williams.  2016.  Simulation Improves Operations at a Specialized Takeout Restaurant.  In Proceedings of the 30th European Conference on Modelling and Simulation, eds. Thorsten Claus, Frank Herrmann, Michael Manitz, and Oliver Rose, 59-65.

100.                      Farooq, Asim, Mowen Xie, Edward J. Williams, and Vimal Kr Gahlot.  2017.  Integrated Planning Model for Safe and Sustainable Transportation Development in Beijing City. by Asim Farooq, Mowen Xie, Edward J. Williams, and Vimal Kr Gahlot.  In Proceedings of the 2017 International Conference on Material Science and Environment Protection.

101.                      Carreńo, Gabriel, Dinesh Patlolla, and Edward J. Williams.  2017.  Simulation Analyzes Material Handling Requirements for a Major Automotive Supplier.  In Proceedings of the Industrial Engineering and Operations Management 7th International Conference.

102.                      Mellal, Mohamed Arezki, Smail Adjerid, and Edward J. Williams.  2017.  Replacement Optimization of Industrial Components Subject to Technological Obsolescence Using Artificial Intelligence.  In Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Systems and Control (ICSC’2017), 7-9 May 2017, Batna, Algeria.  Paper presented by co-author Mohamed Mellal.

103.                      Mellal, Mohamed Arezki, and Edward J. Williams.  2017.  A discussion on “A GSO-based algorithm for combined heat and power dispatch problem with modified scrounger and ranger operators”.  In Applied Thermal Engineering.

104.                      Mellal, Mohamed Arezki, and Edward J. Williams.  2017.  The Cuckoo Optimization Algorithm and its Applications.  In Handbook of Neural Computation, eds. Pijush Samui, Sanjiban Sekhar Roy, and Valentina E. Balas, 269-277.  DOI:  10.1016/B978-0-12-811318-9.00014-4.

105.                      Carreńo, Gabriel, Srinivas Rajanna, and Edward J. Williams.  2018.  Simulation Analysis Improves Operations at Emergency Department and Surgical Suite.  In Proceedings of the 16th International Industrial Simulation Conference, eds. José Machado, António Abelha, Luis Mendes Gomes, and Hélia Guerra, 62-66.