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HowBigThingsGetDone

How Big Things Get Done: A Book Review

Dear Systems and Software Engineering Colleagues,
This is the Seventh session of our technical program offered by the INCOSE Canada Chapter.

This presentation will review the book "How Big Things Get Done" by Bent Flyvbjerg and Dan Gardner, focusing on mega-project management. The authors analyze 16,000 projects from 136 countries, categorizing them as "common" or "unique." They propose heuristics for successful project management, illustrated through successes like the Empire State Building, Terminal 5 Heathrow, and Tesla Giga-factory, as well as failures such as the California High-Speed Rail and Theranos. Critical takeaways for INCOSE members are that for success, mega-projects should employ expert systems engineers, use model-based and loss-driven systems engineering, use reference class forecasting, utilize proven technology, and implement modular designs. While some contradictions arise between heuristic adherence and project outcomes, the book remains a valuable, accessible resource for communicating systems engineering's value, offering insights into achieving mega-project success.


Please find the recording here.

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Dear Systems and Software Engineering Colleagues:

We are delighted to announce our upcoming Mid-Year Members Meeting—an exclusive opportunity for you to actively shape the future of our community. Your input and feedback are crucial in guiding our efforts to enhance our offerings and ensure they meet your needs effectively.

Join us at this highly anticipated event where your voice takes center stage. We invite you to share your valuable insights on a range of topics, including events, SEP support, training programs, resources, mentoring, and networking opportunities. Together, we will identify what is working well and explore ways to further improve, making sure that our chapter continues to serve you exceptionally.

But wait, there's more! As a bonus, we have a captivating presentation lined up. Join us to gain valuable insights into the "Overview of SEP Certification Program" presented by Terry Fitzgerald, VP of the Canada Chapter. Discover how this program can propel your professional growth in the field of systems engineering.

Don't miss this incredible chance to have your say and contribute to the ongoing success of our vibrant systems engineering community. Mark your calendars and be part of this important event.

Speakers:

Ray Barton, Terry Fitzgerald, Tony Wu, Ivan Taylor, Ivan Rodrigues, and Stephane Lacrampe

 

Register here.
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Cybersecurity by Design


Dear Systems and Software Engineering Colleagues,

This is the Sixth session of our technical program offered by the INCOSE Canada Chapter. In this session, we will explore Cybersecurity by Design with our speaker Bob Hruška and Christoph Schmittner.

Please find the recording here.
CyberSecuEA

Cybersecurity Modeling in SPARX Enterprise Architect

 
Dear Systems and Software Engineering Colleagues:
 
Please join us for this FREE virtual (Zoom) educational and informational session on Thurs May 11th, 2023 at 8:00 pm ET.  Value = 1.5 PDU/CEU.
 
This is the Fifth session of our technical program offered by the INCOSE Canada Chapter. In this session, we will explore how to perform Cybersecurity Modeling in SPARX Enterprise Architect. Our speaker Bob Hruška will discuss the challenges faced by the industry and how cybersecurity modeling can provide insights and benefits.
 
Please find the recording here and the corresponding materials:
 - Presentation slides
 - The Castle Threat model and the corresponding Threat Model Report
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MBSE in the Railway Industry

Dear Systems and Software Engineering Colleagues:
 
This is the Fifth session of our technical program offered by the INCOSE Canada Chapter. In this session, we will explore the potential benefits of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) in the railway industry. Our speakers, Qifang Wang and Sergio Guindas García, will discuss the challenges faced by the industry and how MBSE can provide solutions.
 
Please find the recording here.
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Conceptual models for Agent Based Modeling

Dear Systems and Software Engineering Colleagues:

This is the fourth session of our technical program offered by the INCOSE Canada Chapter. In this session, we explore the topic of "Conceptual models for Agent Based Modeling" with Terry Fitzgerald, Vice-President of INCOSE Canada Chapter.

You can now watch the recording here.

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Generating a Robust System Architecture Using ARCADIA Capella

Dear Systems and Software Engineering Colleagues:

This is the third session of our technical program offered by the INCOSE Canada Chapter. In this session, we explore the topic of "Generating a Robust System Architecture Using ARCADIA Capella" with Eric Dano, Associate Professor of Practice at the George Washington University.

You can now watch the recording here.

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Requirements Engineering for Software Engineering Projects

Dear Systems and Software Engineering Colleagues:
 
This is the second session of our technical program offered by the INCOSE Canada Chapter. In this session, we explore the topic of "Requirements Engineering for Software Engineering Projects" with Majd Karam, Ph.D. Candidate and director, National Capital FreeNet

You can now watch the recording here.
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Cybersecurity Modeling and Simulation

Dear Systems and Software Engineering Colleagues:
 
This is the first session of our technical program offered by the INCOSE Canada Chapter. In this session, we explore the topic of "Cybersecurity modeling and simulation" with Dr. Ivan Taylor, President of Policy Dynamics Inc.
 

Watch the recording here.

INCOSE Canada: MBSE in Railway Industry

Meeting Title: MBSE in Railway Industry
Speaker(s): Qifang Wang & Sergio Guindas García
Date: 11 April 2023
Venue: via Zoom
Time:  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Canada Eastern Time

Registration required: http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ejq10ecj8fbabf09&llr=o9cmcd9ab

Meeting Description:
Join us for an exciting session hosted by INCOSE Canada where we will explore the potential benefits of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) in the railway industry. Our speakers, Qifang Wang and Sergio Guindas García, will discuss the challenges faced by the industry and how MBSE can provide solutions. Qifang is the Rolling Stock MBSE Method and Tool Referent at Alstom Transportation, while Sergio is a Systems Engineer & Architect for Deutsche Bahn, and both hold advanced degrees in System Engineering from ISAE-Supareo. They are experts in their field and will share valuable insights into the application of MBSE methodology for rolling stock functional architecture design and the digitization of the railway network for autonomous train operation. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from the best in the industry and discover how MBSE can improve communication, support engineering tasks, and deal with the complexity of the railway system and its environment.

Speaker(s):

Qifang Wang holds degrees in Mechanical Engineering and System Engineering from INSA, as well as an Advanced Masters in System Engineering from ISAE-Supareo. At Alstom Transportation, she serves as the Rolling Stock MBSE Method and Tool Referent, responsible for developing and deploying MBSE methodology for rolling stock functional architecture design. With her extensive expertise, Qifang is a valuable resource for those looking to improve their understanding and application of MBSE.

Sergio Guindas García is a Systems Engineer & Architect for Deutsche Bahn, where he focuses on developing connectivity and computation platforms for the digitization of the railway network for autonomous train operation. He holds a degree in Aerospace Engineering from Madrid Polytechnic University and a Masters in Systems Engineering from ISAE-Supareo, as well as an MBA from EAE Business School in Spain. Sergio is also a part-time lecturer at INSA, ISAE-Supaero, and ENAC engineering schools, where he teaches MBSE and INCOSE certification exam preparation courses. Since 2017, he has been an INCOSE member and is currently a member of the MBSE Working Group within the Spanish Chapter, as well as an active participant in the French Chapter. His diverse experience and knowledge make him an ideal speaker for the upcoming INCOSE Canada event.

 
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