Some time ago we posited nine “laws” of effective systems engineering, first in a white paper and then in a webinar which has been posted to You Tube. After some 41,000 views in six years with a number of comments and critiques, we thought it worthwhile to revisit the laws …

As systems engineers, we frequently speak of seeing the big picture, taking the systems perspective, and holism. We talk about using multiple viewpoints to study problem and solution. We seek a lifecycle perspective to understand not only design but also production, operation, maintenance, retirement, and disposal. In fact, it is …

Grappling with complexity is a challenging task. But that is the world of systems engineering. The problems we face are complex, and they demand complex solutions. Managing that complexity in a way that solves the complex problem while keeping all of the aspects of the problem and potential solutions visible …

Since its delivery at TEDxPugetSound in 2009, Simon Sinek’s Start with why – How great leaders inspire action YouTube video has been viewed over 17 million times. Sinek introduces the concept of the golden circle of communication, highlighting how great leaders – both individuals and organizations – lead the same …