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The AI team take a deep dive into Analysis of Alternatives (AoA), a method for making informed resource allocation decisions, used particularly within government agencies like the OMB and DoD. It outlines four maturity levels of AoA, ranging from justifying a single alternative (Level 0) to a robust multi-dimensional analysis incorporating uncertainty (Level 3). The author critiques existing OMB (Level 1) and DoD (Level 2) approaches, advocating for a Level 3 approach that integrates a … Continue reading →

The AAI team take a deep dive into the book “Perceptions of systems engineering” which presents a comprehensive examination of systems engineering, exploring its multifaceted nature. The author, a highly experienced systems engineer, analyzes various perspectives on systems engineering, including the “A” and “B” paradigms, highlighting the importance of holistic thinking and the need for a common vision in project planning. The text also examines different methodologies, tools, and models used in the field, and … Continue reading →

The AI team does a deep dive into a made to the INCOSE Chesapeake Chapter presentation which challenges conventional systems engineering approaches by advocating for a more holistic, systems thinking perspective. It introduces the Holistic Thinking Perspectives (HTPs) framework, a multi-faceted method for analyzing problems from various viewpoints, including external (systems thinking) and internal (analysis) perspectives. The presentation contrasts systems thinking with conventional problem-solving, illustrating its limitations and highlighting the importance of understanding the system’s … Continue reading →

The AI team take a deep dive into a project management course designed for young project managers with a few years experience seeking to advance their skills. The course uniquely emphasizes a systemic and systematic approach, integrating engineering and project management processes for both planning and execution. Key areas of focus include managing the quadruple constraints (scope, schedule, cost, and people) and applying systems thinking to overcome common challenges faced by young project managers. The curriculum, delivered online with supplementary textbooks, … Continue reading →

Our AI team takes a deep dive into a guide to writing and presenting high-quality conference papers, authored by Professor Joseph Kasser. It discusses all stages of the process, from brainstorming and researching to writing, citing sources correctly, and giving presentations. Significant attention is paid to avoiding plagiarism and intellectual property issues. The guide uses exercises and examples to illustrate key concepts, and includes discussions of effective presentation techniques and dealing with reviewers’ comments. Ultimately, the goal is to … Continue reading →