March 11, 2003 Meeting Announcement

From: Lew Lee [mailto:lew.lee@pacbell.net]
Sent: Tue 3/4/2003 6:54 AM
To: SFBAC-INCOSE Distribution
Subject: INCOSE Mar. 11 Meeting Update

Our speaker for the March meeting has provided an updated URL for the survey looking at the traits (characteristics, capabilities, etc.) of system and software architects. The description of the survey and invitation to participate is in the meeting announcement below.

http://www.odegard.com/research/studies/archtraits/index.htm
(Webmaster's note: This link is no longer valid.)

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International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE) San Francisco Bay Area Chapter

March 11, 2003, Tuesday Evening Monthly Program

" Traits of Effective System and Software System Architects "
Frode L. Ødegård
CEO, Ødegård Labs, Inc.

Program Abstract
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Despite all the emphasis on process improvement and better tools, talent still makes a huge difference in product development. In particular, some people seem much better suited to an architectural role than others. In this talk, we will look at some key traits that characterize good system and software architects. We are not yet able to present the result of any statistically valid study, but as a starting point we will present some anecdotal evidence of traits that do seem to make a difference. The evidence will be based on the speaker's experiences and on a recent informal Internet survey of system and software architects. We will discuss how to recognize the traits, what traits may be missing from our list, the degree to which the traits are universal, and how the traits can be developed and nurtured.

Presenter:
Frode L. Ødegård is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Ødegård Labs, Inc. In 1986, Mr. Ødegård founded M2CS, a Norwegian software company building next-generation tools for software engineering. After immigrating to the United States, he also founded Ødegård Labs in 1991.
Mr. Ødegård is a frequent public speaker on Software Engineering and Software Engineering Management. His lecture topics have included Defect Prevention, optimizing software development for profitability, Software Architecture, and the relationship between leadership, quality, and specifications. Mr. Ødegård is the author of a forthcoming book on world class software product development. He is a member of IEEE, ACM, ASL, ASQ, AFCEA and the Corporate Director's Forum. His interests outside work include philosophy, psychology and strength training.

About Ødegård Labs:
Ødegård Labs helps leaders improve their organization's software capability and their ability to develop high-quality, profitable software products. We provide training and consulting services related to software engineering best practices, benchmarking, process improvement, leadership, strategy, hiring, and talent development. Ødegård Labs has helped clients in a wide variety of industries, from consumer electronics to internet applications and public safety. Organizations we have worked with include AT&T Wireless, Conexant Systems, NASA, Vinca, Plantronics, Sony Electronics, MindSpeed, Positron, and TriTech Software Systems. We believe that Software Capability Improvement must involve leaders as champions and teachers. The effort must be integrated with strategy and core values, and yield measurable economic results.

Special Request:
Our speaker for March is asking for input from us on our opinions of the key characteristics of system architects. Even if you can't make the meeting, please take a few minutes to share your thoughts by answering the questions on the website below:

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.asp?u=18731173146
(Webmaster's note: This link is no longer valid.)

The speaker is also obtaining input on these questions from folks in other technical communities. If he gets a sufficient number of responses, he will contrast INCOSE perspectives with other industry perspectives. Please note that although this website says the survey is active starting February 24th, it will actually accept data now. The survey end date is the last date the speaker will be able to use the data in preparing his INCOSE talk.

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Tues, March 11: 5:30 PM Social Half-Hour and dinner
6:00-7:00 Talk followed by questions.
Networking and sidebars to 8 PM.

Place: Lockheed Martin Missiles & Space Operations, Sunnyvale.
Bldg 107 Exhibit Center. H Street & 11th Avenue (Directions Below)

Donation: FREE for members; $4 for non-members

Reservations: Contact Lew Lee (TRW)
408-531-2811, lew.lee@pacbell.net

NOTE - Please pre-register to facilitate check-in.

To expedite entry:
US Citizens (consultants or representatives of foreign governments, see below for additional instructions): Present a photo ID (Driver's License, etc.) at check-in.

Permanent Residents: Present a photo ID (Driver's License, etc.) and I-551 ("Green Card") at check-in.

Consultants, Non-Resident Aliens, and Representatives of Foreign Governments: Submit a Foreign National Visitor form in advance, 12-days prior to the meeting. Contact one of the following:
Tom Jackson, (408) 742-2013, t.l.jackson@lmco.com or
Dorothy McKinney, (408) 742-8790, dorothy.mckinney@lmco.com

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Our programs are posted at http://www.incose.org/sfbac/.
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The mission of the International Council on Systems Engineering
(INCOSE), a non-profit professional society, is to "foster the
definition, and practice of World Class Systems Engineering in
industry, academia, and government."  The SF Bay Area Chapter
presents thought-provoking monthly programs for its members and
their guests.  Learn about the INCOSE at www.incose.org.

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ASCII Map to Bldg 107 - Use Courier 10 or a small monospace font to view map
Graphical Map to Bld 107



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INCOSE visitors enter through the lobby of Building 107. Visitor sign-in is in the lobby.
Handicapped Access Parking close to the lobby is available in the lot.

Suggested Driving Directions:

From the North:

From Highway 101 (in Mountain View): Take the Ellis Street exit and turn towards Moffett Field - East.
Turn right just before reaching the Moffett Field gate on to Manila Road (the frontage road at the end of the runway).
Follow that road to the signal light and turn left on 'H' Street.
Turn right on 11th Avenue.

From the South:

From Highway 101 (in Sunnyvale): Take the North Mathilda Avenue exit.
Left on West Moffett Park Drive.
Turn right on 'H' Street.
Turn right on 11th Avenue.

Alternate route: Proceed past the Mathilda exit and take the Ellis Street exit and follow the directions above.

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