System of Systems Management

Sauser, Brian; Boardman, John; Gorod, Alex

doi:10.1002/9780470403501.ch8

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“…The stepping stone in defining SoS was founded by Boardman and Sauser who defined autonomy, belonging, connectivity, diversity, and emergence, as the distinguishing characteristics that separate SoS from other systems [2], [11], [12]. This model is refined by Gorod et al [13] who mentioned that there are different levels for presence of these characteristics, which distinguish various SoS type.…”

Section: A System Of Systems (Sos)mentioning

confidence: 97%

The Role of Competition and Collaboration in Influencing the Level of Autonomy and Belonging in System of Systems

Darabi

Mansouri

2013

IEEE Systems Journal

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Prior to this research, autonomy and belonging were perceived as two independent and distinguishing characteristics of system of systems. The objective of this paper is to explore the interdependency of autonomy and belonging, and the role of competition and collaboration among constituent elements to influence the level of autonomy and belonging. The definition of autonomy and belonging are restated using the multiattribute utility theory. Using this theory, competitions and collaborations are modeled as redistributing resources (or values, norms, etc.) to influence the level of autonomy and belonging. The proposed mathematical model is applied in a system of systems of swarm robots to present its applicability and validity. The result shows the impact of competition and collaboration among constituent elements of a system of systems on autonomy and belonging in that system of systems. The proposed mathematical conceptualization is applicable in understanding, engineering, and governing wide-spread system of systems.Index Terms-Autonomy, belonging, competition and collaboration, modeling and simulation of system of systems, systems of systems (SoS).

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Section: A System Of Systems (Sos)mentioning

confidence: 97%

The Role of Competition and Collaboration in Influencing the Level of Autonomy and Belonging in System of Systems

Darabi

Mansouri

2013

IEEE Systems Journal

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“…This is particularly important as we seek ways of thinking that can better inform the 'front end' enquiry that is so vital to effectively framing SoSE efforts. However, the subject of paradox has received scant accounting in the SoSE literature, being limited to few works, notably including those of Keating (2008), Sauser, et al (2009), Gorod, et al (2008, Sauser and Boardman (2008), and Baldwin et al (2010). Each of these works attest to the importance and utility of paradoxical thinking to the SoSE field.…”

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confidence: 98%

Advancing enquiry for system of systems engineering: paradox, critical thinking, and critical systems enquiry

Keating

Pyne

Bradley

2015

IJSSE

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The complex nature of the system of systems engineering (SoSE) field and problems it addresses amplifies the need for effective enquiry. Enquiry serves to invoke higher level thinking that can better ground exploration of SoSE problems. Effective enquiry for SoSE practice is an essential first act in any SoSE endeavour and serves to frame all that follows. This paper explores three approaches to enquiry that can support more rigorous formulation of SoSE endeavours. First, paradox is introduced through a series of apparent contradictions for complex systems. The 'resolution' of these paradoxes invites thinking (enquiry) at a more systemic level, providing insights not achievable from more traditional modes of thinking. Second, we examine the field of critical thinking as a vehicle to invoke more rigorous thinking about complex issues in SoSE. Finally, critical systems enquiry is introduced through a set of eight critical questions to invoke deeper exploration for SoSE-based efforts. The invitation of these three different, but interrelated, enquiry streams provides a guide to elevate thinking for SoSE practitioners hoping to avoid 'thinking failures'. The paper concludes by suggesting challenges for practitioners, researchers, and the evolving SoSE field concerning development, incorporation, and prospects for more advanced systems-based enquiry.

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“…Authors distinguish between a simple system, a complicated system, a complex system, an adaptative system, a System of Systems, a collaborative System of Systems and, a complex adaptative system. The taxonomy is based upon 7 characteristics or attributes: Autonomy, Connectivity, Belonging, Emergence, Diversity, Self-organization, and Adaptability (Sauser et al, 2009).…”

Section: Pss Sos Characterizationsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…This requires the right technical training, knowledge, and skills (Carlock and Fenton, 2001), a stakeholder/ company might lack. These issues are usually studied in the SoS Enterprise Engineering (SoSEE) or the SoS management literature (Carlock and Fenton, 2001;Sauser et al, 2009;Sauser and Boardman, 2008). Hence, Competency Gaps (O'Connor and Rice, 2013) are an additional PSSoS-specific uncertainty.…”

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Towards an Uncertainty Framework for Product Service Systems of Systems

Fakhfakh

Hein

Janković

et al. 2019

Proc. Int. Conf. Eng. Des.

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Product Service Systems (PSS) are increasingly complex and collaborative. For instance, manufacturing companies, service providers, and other companies collaborate and jointly develop and operate a PSS (ex: smart grid), where its constituent elements are managed and operated independently. Managerial independence and operational independence are commonly considered key characteristics of a System of Systems (SoS). Hence, a collaborative PSS exhibits System of Systems (SoSs) characteristics. These systems have previously been introduced as Product Service Systems of Systems (PSSoSs). In this paper, we propose to identify relevant uncertainties in the PSSoS design process. For this purpose, we go beyond the PSSoS concept definition and propose a comprehensive framework for PSS and PSSoS characterization. Moreover, based on both a literature review and an industrial diagnosis, we identify PSSoSs-specific design uncertainties.

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System of Systems Management

Cited by 31 publications

References 28 publications

The Role of Competition and Collaboration in Influencing the Level of Autonomy and Belonging in System of Systems

The Role of Competition and Collaboration in Influencing the Level of Autonomy and Belonging in System of Systems

Advancing enquiry for system of systems engineering: paradox, critical thinking, and critical systems enquiry

Towards an Uncertainty Framework for Product Service Systems of Systems

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