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Towards a User-Centric Systems Engineering Approach

Authors:
Markus Michael Peter
Elias Bader
Christian Neureiter

Keywords: model-based systems engineering; domain-specific systems engineering; user-centric systems engineering

Abstract:
In the face of increasing complexity in product development, the adoption of systems engineering, particularly model-based systems engineering, has become essential. However, incorporating systems engineering in companies encounters resistance due to concerns about additional expenses among others. While concepts like domain-specific systems engineering aims to enhance user acceptance by tailoring domain-specific languages, we argue for a more comprehensive approach. This research proposes a shift toward user-centric systems engineering, establishing the groundwork by defining the user’s role and outlining means of support. The key aspects identified for a such an approach include facilitating tool interoperability to allow users to leverage familiar tools, reducing complexity in tools and modeling languages, and adopting a lean thought model to overcome barriers associated with formal systems engineering. User-centric systems engineering aims to involve the user throughout the entire systems development lifecycle, ensuring their needs and perspectives are integrated into every phase—from initial requirements to system deployment and maintenance. By focusing on the user’s role and emphasizing interoperability and simplicity, this research aims to enhance the acceptance of systems engineering and provide a basis for future studies, ultimately improving system development outcomes across industries.

Pages: 1 to 5

Copyright: Copyright (c) IARIA, 2024

Publication date: November 3, 2024

Published in: conference

ISBN: 978-1-68558-210-4

Location: Nice, France

Dates: from November 3, 2024 to November 7, 2024