Categories
-
Recent Posts
Tag Archives: functional model
Functional decomposition is a decision
Systems engineers do a task that is commonly known as functional decomposition. This task starts at the very top of the definition of a system and breaks down all the functions required to support the product’s mission (use cases) into … Continue reading
Posted in Decision Concepts, Decision Driven Architecture, Decision Driven Product Development
Tagged architecture decision, criteria, criteria pattern, decisions, design, functional decomposition, functional model, logical architecture, logical design, MBSE, model-based systems engineering, systems engineering
2 Comments
Decision: Service Flow – Engagement Model
The decision, Service Flow, is one of the more challenging decisions within the service concept branch of the Decision Driven® Services decision pattern. The decision is framed as “What series of steps will deliver this service? How will the engagement … Continue reading
Criteria: Functional Model
In my previous post, I said that “Functional design is not just adding up the list of functions …, but rather organizing them into a lean, mean performing machine.” Functional design is a fairly abstract process, so it’s quite helpful … Continue reading
Decision: Functional Model
Form – Fit – FUNCTION. I’ve always wondered why this little design ditty isn’t inverted; the heart of any product design lies in its Functional Model. This decision determines which capabilities the product will deliver to the end user; a … Continue reading