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Why Systems Engineering is a Smart Investment: Managing Complexity, Reducing Risk, Saving Money - Monday, December 2, 2024, 5:00 pm PST

 

This INCOSE virtual event, hosted by the INCOSE Canada Chapter, features speaker Ivan Taylor, president of Policy Dynamics Inc. located in Kitchener, Canada. Ivan has been a Scientist Emeritus at the Centre for Operational Research in Defense R&D Canada where he was employed as a Defense Scientist for over 33 years. Ivan has a Ph.D. in Public Policy, an M.Sc. in Information and Systems Science, and a B.Sc. in Mathematics (Honours). Ivan has presented at the INCOSE International Workshop (IW) in 2021 and 2022 and the 34th Annual INCOSE International Symposium in 2024.

 

Presentation Abstract:

This presentation outlines the critical importance of Systems Engineering (SE) as a strategic investment for senior management. Systems Engineering is an interdisciplinary approach that ensures complex projects are delivered successfully by managing risk, controlling costs, and reducing the likelihood of project failure. In today’s increasingly complex project environments, SE offers a structured method to identify customer needs early, manage requirements, and ensure all system components work together seamlessly throughout the lifecycle. 

Research shows that organizations investing in SE can save 10-20% of their project budgets and significantly reduce the risk of delays and overruns. Without SE, the cost of fixing errors grows exponentially as projects progress, potentially reaching 250 times the initial cost if discovered late. SE provides early control over project requirements, interfaces, and integration, preventing costly late-stage surprises. 

SE's return on investment (ROI) ranges from 4:1 to 10:1, making it a technical necessity and a business imperative. The message is clear: SE is not just about solving engineering problems; it’s about protecting the bottom line and ensuring long-term success.


INCOSE Canada Annual General Meeting (AGM) - December 2, 2024

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In-person meet-up in Toronto Area - Saturday, November 23, 2024, 1:30 pm PST

After successfully hosting one of the first INCOSE Canada Chapter meetings in Toronto, we are excited to announce that INCOSE Canada Chapter is hosting the second in-person meet-up in Toronto. Registration is required to join this event, and a light refreshment will be provided.

  • Date: Saturday, November 23, 2024, 1:30 pm PST.
  • Location:  Leslie St, Toronto, ON M2H 1J8, Canada (Map)

The purpose of this event is to provide the INCOSE Canada Chapter members in the Toronto Area an opportunity to meet-up, mingle with each other, and discuss various Systems Engineering topics. The agenda of this event is:

  • Welcome and Reception (1:30 - 2:00 PM): Start with a casual networking session with light refreshments, allowing attendees to mingle. Attendees will have the opportunity to introduce themselves and provide a brief background.
  • Opening Remarks (2:00 - 2:10 PM): A brief welcome by a representative from INCOSE Canada, highlighting the purpose and goals of the event.
  • Guest Speaker Presentation (2:10 - 2:30 PM): Presentation on Integrating System Dynamics and SysML by guest speaker Ivan Taylor, President at Policy Dynamics Inc.
  • Group Discussion and Networking (2:30 - 3:30 PM): Casual networking session among SE professionals in the Toronto area.

As the number of seats is limited, please register via the link below to save your spot. For in-person attendees, please email us if you have any dietary restrictions ([email protected]).

For the online attendees, the meeting invite will be emailed after registration with further information about the start time and duration of the online part

Complex Systems as Boundary Work in Multi-perspective Imagination, 21 October 2024.

This is the eights session of our technical program in 2023-2024. This is an INCOSE volunteer-organized virtual event brought to you at no cost by the INCOSE Canada Chapter featuring speaker Randall Anway, an active member of the International Council on Systems Engineering, and the American Institute of Architects. Randall holds a Master of Architecture from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign and Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Connecticut. A registered Architect licensed in New York and Connecticut, USA, Randall’s work draws on 30 years diverse experience in academic, corporate, non-profit, and small business settings.

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In-person meet-up in Vancouver Area - Wednesday, October 30, 2024, 5 pm PST

After successfully hosting one of the first INCOSE Canada Chapter meetings in Vancouver, B.C., we are excited to announce that INCOSE Canada Chapter is hosting the second in-person meet-up in Downtown Vancouver. Registration is required to join this event, and a Light refreshment will be provided.

  • Date: Wednesday, October 30, 2024, 5 pm PST.
  • Location: Bentall 5 Conference Room, 550 Burrard St, Vancouver (Map)

The purpose of this event is to provide the INCOSE Canada Chapter members in the Greater Vancouver Area an opportunity to meet-up, mingle with each other, and discuss various Systems Engineering topics. The agenda of this event is:

  • Welcome and Reception (5:00 - 5:30 PM): Start with a casual networking session with light refreshments, allowing attendees to mingle. Attendees will have the opportunity to introduce themselves and provide a brief background.
  • Opening Remarks (5:30 - 5:40 PM): A brief welcome by a representative from INCOSE Canada, highlighting the purpose and goals of the event.
  • Guest Speaker Presentation (5:40 - 6:00 PM): Presentation on SE implementation in capital projects by guest speaker William Hui, Systems Engineering Director at TransLink.
  • Networking (6:00 - 7:00 PM): Casual networking session among SE professionals in the Lower Mainland area.

As the number of seats is limited to 35 people on a first come first serve bases, please register via the link below to save your spot. Please email us if you have any dietary restrictions ([email protected]).

Free Registration

Think Like an Ecosystem: Deploying MBSE within your Organization, 4 November 2024.

This is the ninth session of our technical program in 2023-2024. This is an INCOSE volunteer-organized virtual event brought to you at no cost by the INCOSE Canada Chapter presenting how natural ecosystems can provide insights into managing change in human and engineered systems. By applying principles of ecosystem succession to MBSE deployment, organizations can improve and accelerate new initiatives. The authors propose a Bio-Inspired design process drawing on nature’s strategies to develop resilient processes and efficient modeling practices. This approach enriches MBSE adoption, acknowledges organizational complexities, and promotes adaptive strategies for successful deployment.

Recording

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Why Systems Engineering is a Smart Investment: Managing Complexity, Reducing Risk, Saving Money, 2 December, 2024.

This is the tenth session of our technical program in 2023-2024. This is an INCOSE volunteer-organized virtual event brought to you at no cost by the INCOSE Canada Chapter featuring speaker Ivan Taylor, president of Policy Dynamics Inc. located in Kitchener, Canada. Ivan has been a Scientist Emeritus at the Centre for Operational Research in Defense R&D Canada where he was employed as a Defense Scientist for over 33 years. Ivan has a Ph.D. in Public Policy, an M.Sc. in Information and Systems Science, and a B.Sc. in Mathematics (Honours). Ivan has presented at the INCOSE International Workshop (IW) in 2021 and 2022 and the 34th Annual INCOSE International Symposium in 2024.

Free registration

Happy Hour Event: Sharing Experiences from INCOSE IS2024, 29 July 2024.

This is the seventh session of our technical program in 2023-2024. This is an INCOSE volunteer-organized virtual event brought to you at no cost by the INCOSE Canada Chapter.
Whether you attended in person, virtually, or couldn’t make the 34th Annual INCOSE International Symposium in Dublin, Ireland (July 2 – 6, 2024), we invite you to join this happy hour event

Recording of the event

Increasing the Success Rate of AI and ML Systems Deployment at the Enterprise Level- 10th June 2024

This is the sixth session of our technical program in 2023-2024. This is an INCOSE volunteer-organized virtual event brought to you at no cost by the INCOSE Canada Chapter, featuring speaker Mehran Irdmousa, a distinguished AI strategist and Enterprise Architect with a decade of experience in the research and development of cutting-edge AI solutions. His expertise lies in operationalizing complex systems from concept to deployment, boasting a 100% success rate.

Recording of the event

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In-person meet-up in Vancouver Area - 9th May 2024

INCOSE Canada Chapter is hosting an in-person meet-up in Downtown Vancouver, BC:

  • At Tap & Barel - Convention Centre (Location)
  • on Thursday, May 9, 2024, 6 pm PST.
The purpose of this event is to provide the INCOSE Canada Chapter members in the Greater Vancouver Area an opportunity to meet-up, mingle with each other, and discuss various Systems Engineering topics.
Please email us at [email protected] to register.

Needs, Requirements, Verification, and Validation Management (NRVVM)- 29th April 2024

This is the fifth session of our technical program in 2023-2024. This is an INCOSE volunteer-organized virtual event brought to you at no cost by the INCOSE Canada Chapter, featuring speaker Lou Wheatcraft, senior consultant and managing member of Wheatland Consulting, LLC.

Recording of the event

Leveraging AI in Systems Engineering - 11th Feb 2024

This is the fourth session of our technical program in 2023-2024. This is an INCOSE volunteer-organized virtual event brought to you at no cost by the INCOSE Canada Chapter, featuring speaker Somaiieh Yousefi, M.Sc.

Strategic Insights: INCOSE Canada's 2023 Retrospective and Vision for 2024 - 22 January 2024

This is the third session of our technical program in 2023-2024. This is an INCOSE volunteer-organized virtual event brought to you at no cost by the INCOSE Canada Chapter.

Practical Insights: Future Systems Engineering in Canada with Vision 2035 - 11th December 2023

This is the second session of our technical program in 2023-2024. This is an INCOSE volunteer-organized virtual event brought to you at no cost by the INCOSE Canada Chapter, featuring speaker Ivan Taylor, Ph. D.

The Importance of Stress, Strain, and Risk in Dealing with Resilience -27th November 2023

This is the first session of our technical program in 2023-2024. This is an INCOSE volunteer-organized virtual event brought to you at no cost by the INCOSE Canada Chapter, featuring speaker John S. Brtis.

Our 2022-2023 Events

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How Big Things Get Done: A Book Review

Dear Systems and Software Engineering Colleagues,
This is the seventh session of our technical program in 2022-2023. This is an INCOSE volunteer-organized virtual event brought to you at no cost by the INCOSE Canada Chapter in collaboration featuring speaker Ivan Taylor, Ph.D.

This presentation reviews the book "How Big Things Get Done" by Bent Flyvbjerg and Dan Gardner, focusing on mega-project management.

Please find the record recordinghere.
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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: Cybersecurity by Design

Meeting Title: Cybersecurity by Design
Speaker(s): Bob Hruška & Christoph Schmittner
Date: Thursday,15 June 2023
Venue: via Zoom
Time:  12:00 PM - 1:30 PM Canada Eastern Time

Registration required: http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ejsqikfi3c1dffdf&llr=o9cmcd9ab

Meeting Description:
Cybersecurity by Design: holistic development of secure systems in the automotive and industry field. Cyber Threats stem from 4 problem areas: the complexity of systems as IoT presents to us, the vulnerability of systems due to software inconsistencies, the know-how of attackers and the tools to do so. The sticking point becomes apparent in the development process of systems. But here, security considerations follow most often at the end of the process, which also leads to insufficient documentation.

Threat Modeling+: The methodology to develop secure systems, in compliance with standards and regulation.

Insufficient documentation contradicts industry-specific standards and norms. For example, the Industrial Security Standard (IEC62443) is worth mentioning, as is ISO/SAE-214343, which makes risk analysis and system design equally mandatory. In the future, the Cyber Resilience Act will mandate such an approach for all digital systems.

The approach of "Cybersecurity by Design" with its implementation in Threat Modeling has existed for some time. The aim here is to identify potential threats in the system model based on a threat model. The AIT Austrian Institute of Technology has further developed this modeling method with artificial intelligence and industry-specific threat catalogs under the name "ThreatGet".

Speaker(s):

Bob Hruška (formally known as Bohumil) is an OMG Certified UML® Professional™ with over twenty years of experience in software and systems engineering, contributing to an institutionalization of cybersecurity as a part of a system development lifecycle (SDLC). He has played various roles in several sectors delivering solutions that provide real value for customers. Bob is also experienced in the Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) appraisal journey and with development of the New Product Introduction (NPI) process.

Christoph Schmittner (MSc) leads a team for Safety and Security Engineering at the AIT Austrian Institute of Technology with the main field safety and security in the automotive and industrial sector. He is a member of numerous committees such as the Austrian mirror committees for ISO/TC 22 Road vehicles and a designated expert in the corresponding international standardization groups such as TC65/AHG2 "Reliability of Automation Devices and Systems" as well as project leader for the development of ISO PAS 5112 "Road vehicles - Guidelines for Auditing Cybersecurity Engineering".

 
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