I disagree. The key factor to observe bullwhip effect is no coordination among players. For example, retailer does not share consumer demand information with the wholesaler, and the wholesaler does not share demand information with the distributor, etc.
If anyone knows about the simulation, and they play to win, they will implement a dampening effect at whatever stage they are (assuming they don’t just say something out loud before things start, and let everyone do it).
Depending on the exact mechanics of the game, there are different ways to smooth out demand fluctuations at minimal cost.
I disagree. The key factor to observe bullwhip effect is no coordination among players. For example, retailer does not share consumer demand information with the wholesaler, and the wholesaler does not share demand information with the distributor, etc.
If anyone knows about the simulation, and they play to win, they will implement a dampening effect at whatever stage they are (assuming they don’t just say something out loud before things start, and let everyone do it). Depending on the exact mechanics of the game, there are different ways to smooth out demand fluctuations at minimal cost.