ECONOMICS OF MODELING AND SIMULATION FOR NUCLEAR SECURITY

Computer modeling and simulation can be a tool used within many of the competencies of nuclear physical security in order to provide significant benefit in cost savings and increased effectiveness. If done properly, M&S tools can provide results that are more informative, defensible, and comprehensive than traditional methods. As M&S tools are used more regularly by nuclear utilities to manage security there is a need for guidelines on how to use M&S tools that balance the cost with the effectiveness. This paper aims to depict a picture of the economics of M&S for nuclear security that balances cost-with technically accuracy, while addressing challenges such as: model fidelity, extent of model use, project resources, and simulation results.