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Join us July 2nd, 2025 | Plant Simulation User Conference | RAI Amsterdam<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When data systems aren’t connected\u2014or when full database integration just isn\u2019t feasible\u2014there\u2019s still a smart, efficient way to keep simulation projects moving forward. At the upcoming Plant Simulation User Conference 2025<\/a><\/strong>, we\u2019re excited to present:
\u201cExcel as a Bridge: Efficiency and Flexibility in Simulation When Databases Aren\u2019t Ready.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This session dives into a practical, scalable solution that has helped internal teams in the automotive industry\u2014and beyond\u2014unlock more from Tecnomatix Plant Simulation. The method? Leveraging pre-templated Excel tables<\/strong> to load and manage simulation data with speed, accuracy, and ease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Excel as a Bridge: Natalia Weis and Cristina Palomares present how to achieve efficiency and flexibility in simulation when databases aren\u2019t ready.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Natalia Weis \u2013 AME Simulation Engineer, Lear Corporation (Slovakia)<\/strong>
With a background in industrial engineering and a PhD focus on adaptive manufacturing systems, Natalia Weis<\/strong> brings a strong academic foundation and hands-on experience to her role as a Simulation Engineer at Lear Corporation. Over the past two years, she has specialized in applying Tecnomatix Plant Simulation<\/a><\/strong> to verify production system designs and improve operational efficiency. At this year\u2019s Plant Simulation User Conference, Natalia will present “Excel as a Bridge<\/strong>, Efficiency and Flexibility in Simulation When Databases Aren\u2019t Ready,”<\/strong> sharing practical insights from her work supporting internal automotive projects. Her session will highlight how pre-templated Excel tables<\/strong> can simplify data integration, boost model flexibility, and help teams deliver reliable simulations even without connected data systems. Attendees can expect actionable tips, best practices, and real-world examples that make simulation workflows more accessible and effective across industries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cristina Palomares \u2013 Simulation Project Manager, Lear Corporation<\/strong>
With a solid background in Industrial Engineering<\/strong> and expertise in Models & Quantitative Methods<\/strong>, Cristina Palomares<\/strong> has been working with Tecnomatix Plant Simulation<\/strong> since 2017. She joined Lear Corporation<\/strong> in April 2021, where she now serves as a Simulation Project Manager<\/strong>, leading initiatives focused on simulation-driven decision-making and operational improvement. Cristina plays a key role in driving standardization efforts<\/strong> across simulation projects, ensuring consistency, scalability, and efficiency in modeling practices. Her deep experience with TPS, combined with her strategic approach to project execution, positions her as a vital contributor to Lear\u2019s global simulation capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Simulation projects are often stalled by disconnected systems or complex data preparation. This Excel-based method addresses the issue head-on, offering:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 Time savings<\/strong> through automation
\u2705 Error reduction<\/strong> with standardization
\u2705 Accessibility<\/strong> for users at any experience level<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re prototyping a new production line or refining a mature simulation model, these Excel templates help simplify and accelerate the process\u2014without the need for database integration or deep technical know-how.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83d\ude80 What You’ll Learn<\/h3>\n\n\n\n