Company financial flow modelling by system dynamics methodology

Abstract

Purpose – the purpose of the article is to develop a conceptual model of the company’s financial logistics based on the system dynamics principles. Research methodology – the article is based on the system analysis and system dynamics methods to define, classify and simulate a company financial flow. Findings – the definition of financial logistics for a business system has been defined. The authors make a classification of the company’s financial flow by the main economic activities and time series factors. Research limitations – commercial data, used for the practical implementation of the model, are confidential and cannot be disclosed. Practical implications – the model is implemented by transformation of a system dynamic flow graph into VENSIM programs. It may estimate the stationary trajectory financial flow and short-term and long-term gaps. Originality/Value – the conceptual model of the company’s financial logistics is determined based on the system dynamics principles. The model includes the advantages of the financial management methods and contemporary econometric analysis instruments based on a system dynamics.