The role of human factors in addressing Systems of Systems complexity

2017 11th International Conference on Research Challenges in Information Science (RCIS)

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Abstract-The term System of Systems (SoS) is often used to classify an arrangement of independent and interdependent systems delivering unique capabilities. There appear to be many examples of SoSs, but the term has become a source of confusion. While many approaches have been proposed for engineering SoSs, there are few illustrative examples demonstrating their initial classification and resulting SoS structure. This paper presents an approach for framing a candidate SoS using the Afghan Mission Network defined as an Acknowledged SoS, and presents issues associated with SoSs stakeholders, human factors and interoperability considerations resulting from such an approach.

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confidence: 99%

Re-framing “the AMN”: A case study eliciting and modelling a System of Systems using the Afghan Mission Network

Ki-Aries

Faily

2017 11th International Conference on Research Challenges in Information Science (RCIS)

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“…Developers tend to solve socio-technical problems with techno-social approaches. Human factors related topics [14], [15] such as human centered design, human cognition, situational awareness, information overload, training, organizational and professional culture, and trust are only some of the challenges that social-augmentation should consider.…”

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confidence: 99%

Socially-Augmented Software: Empowering Software Operation Through Social Contacts

Ali

Jiang

2013 International Conference on Cloud and Green Computing

2013

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Abstract-It is commonly agreed that a network of contacts can be an invaluable resource for an individual to obtain information and carry out certain tasks. However, this is still unexploited by software (i.e., contacts are not engaged when software acts to achieve the requirements of a user). Till recently, contacts and social relationships were hard to capture and manage by software and, thus, it was infeasible to use them to empower the operation of software. The emergence of social networks made it possible to realise a new kind of softwaremediated social relationships which would enable what we call "socially-augmented operation". In this position paper, we propose socially-augmented software, which can benefit from network of contacts of users including individuals and organizations to fulfil their requirements. We articulate our view and discuss fundamental concepts of this new paradigm. A set of research challenges to better enable socially-augmented operations in software development will be also presented in the discussion.

“…The emerging field of System of Systems Engineering (SoSE) requires continued growth in understanding of the discipline [9]. Capability suppliers must integrate many new technical and organisational systems with older legacy systems, within and beyond their own organisational boundary [10].…”

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“…This is easier in Directed SoSs, but the challenge becomes greater as central management, access and control of constituent systems is reduced in Acknowledged, Collaborative and Virtual SoSs. Consequently, classic approaches for security, risk assessment, human factors, requirements and systems engineering need to evolve to cope with challenges posed by different SoS characteristics [10] [16].…”

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confidence: 99%

From Requirements to Operation: Components for Risk Assessment in a Pervasive System of Systems

Ki-Aries

2017 IEEE 25th International Requirements Engineering Conference Workshops (REW)

Faily

et al. 2017

Abstract-Framing Internet of Things (IoT) applications as a System of Systems (SoS) can help us make sense of complexity associated with interoperability and emergence. However, assessing the risk of SoSs is a challenge due to the independence of component systems, and their differing degrees of control and emergence. This paper presents three components for SoS risk assessment that integrate with existing risk assessment approaches: Human System Integration (HSI), Interoperability identification and analysis, and Emergent behaviour evaluation and control measures. We demonstrate the application of these components by assessing a pervasive SoS: a SmartPowerchair.