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The best Learning Based Games for trainings & team-buildings

Use our Online Learning Based Games to teach Supply Chain, Lean Manufacturing, enhance teamwork, and promote continuous improvement.

All in a 3-hour enjoyable experience for learners.

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6 reasons why you should use a Game Based Learning Platform?

Using a learning based game, such as the Beer Distribution Game, in training offers a multifaceted approach to learning that can significantly enhance understanding and operational effectiveness in supply chain management.

Here are four compelling reasons to incorporate such learning based games into your training programs, team-building activities, event.

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1. Risk-Free Experimentation in a Safe Environment

One of the most significant advantages of Game Based Learning platforms is their ability to create consequence-free learning environments. Zensimu's adaptation of the renowned Beer Game, a simulation that has been teaching supply chain principles for over 50 years at MIT, perfectly illustrates this benefit. Players experience the bullwhip effect and supply chain complexities firsthand, making decisions about inventory management and order placement without real-world consequences. This safe space allows professionals to understand the ripple effects of their decisions across the entire supply chain, learning valuable lessons about communication, forecasting, and coordination.

2. Enhanced Engagement Through Active Learning

The passive nature of traditional training methods often results in low retention rates and disengaged learners. Zensimu transforms this dynamic entirely by putting learners at the center of the action. Through its modern, digital interpretation of the Beer Game, participants actively experience the challenges of supply chain management. The platform's intuitive interface and real-time feedback make complex concepts like the bullwhip effect and lean management principles not just understandable but memorable through direct experience.

3. Measurable ROI and Performance Tracking

In the data-driven world of business, the ability to measure training effectiveness is crucial. Zensimu excels in this aspect by providing comprehensive analytics and performance metrics. Every order decision, inventory level change, and cost impact is tracked, giving trainers and managers unprecedented insight into learner understanding of supply chain dynamics. This data-rich environment allows organizations to identify where participants struggle with concepts like demand forecasting or inventory management, enabling targeted improvements in training programs.

4. Scalable and Consistent Training Delivery

Consistency in training delivery across large organizations has always been a challenge. Zensimu solves this problem by providing a standardized, yet customizable learning experience that can be deployed globally. The digital Beer Game simulation can be accessed anywhere, anytime, making it perfect for both remote and in-person training sessions. Whether you're training a small team or an entire organization, every participant receives the same high-quality learning experience.

5. Real-World Application Through Scenario-Based Learning

The gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application has long been a pain point in professional training. Zensimu bridges this divide through its authentic simulation of supply chain dynamics. The platform recreates real-world challenges such as lead times, inventory management, and demand variability. Participants must make decisions under pressure, dealing with incomplete information and time constraints – just like in real supply chain operations. This practical approach ensures that learning translates directly into workplace competency.

6. Collaborative Learning and Team Building

Modern business challenges require collaborative solutions, and Zensimu's multiplayer format excels at fostering teamwork and cross-functional cooperation. The Beer Game simulation naturally demonstrates how actions in one part of the supply chain affect all others, teaching valuable lessons about communication and coordination. Participants learn not just from the simulation but from each other's decisions and strategies, creating rich discussions and deeper understanding of supply chain interdependencies.

What is the Zensimu Learning based Game?

The aim of our Game-Based Learning tool is to fulfill requests at each stage of the supply chain in order to meet the overall demand of end customers.

Players are assigned to a role in their specific industry. For example, in a beer supply chain simulation, participants play as either Manufacturer, Distributor, Wholesaler, or Retailer.

Each role responds to order requests from the stage below and places orders for the stage above.

→ The resulting game experience provides insights into:

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Basic supply chain concepts

Stock, lead time, costs, orders, demand, etc.

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The Bullwhip Effect

Erratic demand variations, which increase up the chain

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Impact of various supply parameters

Visibility, batches, price fluctuations, etc.

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Effects of human behavior

How collaboration — or lack of — can impact overall performance

How our Learning Based Games works?

1. Set up your Scenario

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Customize the number of rounds, duration, industry context, logo and colors, etc.

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Extensive set of customizations

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Customize with your brand’s logo and color

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Multiple rounds for increasing complexity

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Pre-made templates

2. Invite and Play!

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Invite 1 to 600 participants easily, let them immerse in the game scenario and reach your learning goals!

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Multiplayer, multi-session: 1 - 600 players

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Self-paced onboarding

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Chat discussion

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Real-time analytics

3. Debrief & Analyze

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Debrief with your team about the challenges & learnings they faced, with a complete automated report.

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Automated charts and graphs

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Comparative analysis by player, team, round

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Export data in PDF, PPT, Excel

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Interactive charts and graphs

Let's share examples of game based learning use cases

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For Businesses

Illustrate complex supply chain and boost operational efficiency, decision-making, and teamwork, more effectively, swiftly than any other training solution.

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Corporate seminars, team-building events

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Customize with your brand’s logo and color

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Multiple rounds for increasing complexity

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For Universities

Teach quickly and easily complex Supply Chain and Lean principles, with up to 600 students, for a more captivated and engaged audience!

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Introductory courses & Business programs

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Hands-on work on simulated environments

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Inter-university & Inter-college contests

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For Consulting firms

The first immersive supply chain simulation for unleashed consultant trainings, client demos, training programs and project kick-offs.

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Client Kickoff Project Meetings

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Certification courses in Supply Chain

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Sales Pitches & Demos

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Benefits of our Game-Based Learning Tool

Significant increase in skills retention

Significant increase in skills retention

Our Game-Based learning tool tremendously improve memorization and increase learner engagement

Faster than traditional trainings

Faster than traditional trainings

Employees trained using our digital solutions complete their training faster, with less setup and data-collection time

Decreased training costs

Decreased training costs

Companies typically reduce their costs when hosting learning sessions with our platform

More efficient than traditional trainings

More efficient than traditional trainings

Employees report an increase in their job performance after undergoing Game-Based Learning training

Why using our Learning Based Games vs other solutions?

Full Self-service

Full Self-service

No need to pay a training consultant or request a demo to use our Beer Game. Our tools are built to be full self-service and can be used autonomously or with the help of Zensimu

Easier to deploy and scalable

Easier to deploy and scalable

In 2 hours, you can setup a game based learning session bringing 500 participants in 6 different regions.

A complete scenario builder

A complete scenario builder

A bunch of customization settings enable you to recreate realistic scenarios that mirror your company’s operations.

An immersive gameplay experience for participants

An immersive gameplay experience for participants

Widely considered the best Game based learning gameplay on the market by our customers.

Extensive Post Game Analytics

Extensive Post Game Analytics

One of the most comprehensive and automated Beer Game Reporting on the market, including excel & PDF export, graphs, comparative analysis.

Flexible pricing with unlimited game sessions

Flexible pricing with unlimited game sessions

With a subscription, you can play as many games as you need. Enjoy discounts for university or annual use.

We’re looking forward to meeting you.

1000+ Companies and Universities of all sizes use our learning games to engage and improve the skills of their trainees.

Discover our platform with one of our gamification experts and get a quote tailored to your needs.

Everything you need to know about the Game Based Learning!

What are the 3 main benefits of Game-Based Learning?
  1. Enhanced Engagement and Motivation: Game-based learning transforms traditional educational content into interactive experiences. This engagement increases motivation and makes learning more enjoyable, leading to better retention of information.

  2. Development of Critical Skills: Through gameplay, learners develop essential skills such as problem-solving, strategic thinking, and decision-making. Games often present challenges that require learners to analyze situations and adapt their strategies accordingly.

  3. Immediate Feedback and Adaptability: Games provide instant feedback on actions taken, allowing learners to understand the consequences of their decisions in real-time. This immediate response helps in quickly identifying areas for improvement and adjusting learning strategies.

Can you share examples of game-based learning with Zensimu?

Certainly! Zensimu offers an online version of the Beer Game, a simulation that teaches participants about supply chain management. Through this game, learners experience firsthand the complexities of coordinating supply and demand, managing inventory, and understanding the bullwhip effect in supply chains. This practical application helps solidify theoretical concepts by placing learners in real-world scenarios.

Is it similar to Kahoot game-based learning?

While both Zensimu and Kahoot utilize game elements to enhance learning, they serve different educational purposes. Kahoot is primarily a quiz-based platform that focuses on reinforcing knowledge through questions and immediate feedback in a competitive format. Zensimu, on the other hand, specializes in simulation-based learning, providing in-depth experiences like the Beer Game to teach complex business and management concepts through interactive scenarios.

Is learning through games really working?

Yes, learning through games has proven to be effective. Game-based learning leverages the engaging nature of games to facilitate deeper understanding and retention of information. It promotes active learning, where learners are participants rather than passive recipients of information. Studies have shown that this method can improve cognitive abilities, enhance problem-solving skills, and increase motivation to learn.

Can I customise this Supply Chain Simulation: Currency, vehicle, logo, company name?

Yes, you can customise our simulation to your brand’s colors! By customising the simulation with your logo and colors, participants will project themselves as if they were managing your company's actual supply chain

How many players can we add?

It's unlimited! You can also add multiple organisers: essential for handling large group sessions, facilitating learning and debriefing or for those who don’t feel comfortable hosting a session on their own

Can we try this Game Based learning tool before paying?

Yes of course, you just need to schedule a Demo with us!