Category: Systems Engineering

Group Decision-Making the FACM Way

The Full Analytical Criteria Method (FACM) is derived from the work of Dr. Thomas Saaty and others on the Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP). AHP uses a 9-point scale to evaluate a large number of alternative solutions against each other with respect to a single criterion at a time. It accommodates …

Exit Conditions, Exits and Decision Making!

I’ve been building CORE and GENESYS models for quite a while now, and I’ve noticed a few common mistakes engineers new to modeling make, especially when it comes to the lack of using Exit Conditions and Exits. I’ve detected a reluctance in those new to modeling to use the exit …

Negotiation

When we hear the word negotiation, we immediately think of techniques and ploys designed to bring an opposing party into line with our goals and aims for the dialogue. That may be all well and good for a limited, single purpose engagement where the conversation and relationship are not intended …