Insight Maker
Free no-code system modeling and simulation platform
What is Insight Maker?
Try Insight MakerInsight Maker is a free, browser-based no-code platform for building system models and running simulations. Create rich pictures and causal loop diagrams, then turn them into shareable simulation models. Explore System Dynamics and Agent Based models to study how systems change over time, and collaborate by sharing links or embedding models.
What is Insight Maker used for?
Insight Maker helps you build system models and run simulations in your web browser. You can create causal loop diagrams and simulation models, then experiment to see how a system’s behavior changes over time.
Do I need to download or install anything to use Insight Maker?
No—Insight Maker runs in your browser. After you sign up for a free account, you can start building and simulating right away.
What kinds of models can I build in Insight Maker?
You can build System Dynamics models for modeling change within systems, and Agent Based models to simulate interactions between dynamic agents. You also create diagrams like causal loop diagrams to support your modeling work.
How do simulations work for System Dynamics vs. Agent Based modeling?
Insight Maker includes simulation algorithms for both System Dynamics and Agent Based modeling. Use System Dynamics to gain insight into system behavior, and Agent Based modeling to explore the details of how interacting agents behave in a population.
Can I share or collaborate on my models with others?
Yes. Insight Maker makes sharing easy—you can send a link, embed a model in a blog, or collaborate with others. You can also share models publicly for free.
Is Insight Maker beginner-friendly for system modeling?
Yes. If you’re new, you can use the help manual and tutorials included with Insight Maker to learn core concepts and modeling fundamentals, including how to work with model diagrams.