Diffusion Model Analysis on the CIM Application

Computer Integrated Manufacturing System (CEVIS) is the application of CIM philosophy, as well as the innovational diffusion of the CIM philosophy. To simulate the diffusion process of the CIM philosophy, a nonlinear model is established based on Bass Model. Then the stability of the model is analyzed, and qualitative results are given. And then, the nonlinear model is simulated, and the results are consistent with the qualitative results. The diffusion model is helpful for enterprises to analyze the implementation and trend of the CIM application, make correct decision, and improve the competitive power.