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In our blog, we share ideas about simulation, modeling, software delivery, systems analysis, and systems design. For information specific to the Software Solutions Studio, consider taking a look at the video tutorials and white papers.

Skills for software systems modeling and simulation

For software systems modeling, the competent modeler has skills across six critical domains.

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Beyond basic functional modeling: adding planning and control processes

The more comprehensively your software application delivery systems are modeled, the more value you’ll be able to bring to its processes.

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Aligning functional modeling with process improvement

Functional modeling provides an excellent foundation for process improvement.

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Getting started with functional modeling for system specifications

Function modeling is a part of any multi-faceted modeling approach and can facilitate analysis, discovery, and design.

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Enterprise modeling: why a bottom-up, distributed approach works

It’s now easier than ever to develop a distributed, decentralized, bottom-up strategy for enterprise modeling and simulation.

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Cross-organization collaboration in software supply chains

As the software landscape proves increasingly competitive, one avenue for sustainable innovation and competitive advantage is value chain innovations.

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Software delivery and the six thinking hats

The “Six Thinking Hats” can be used to generate valuable insights and trigger worthwhile changes within the software application delivery process.

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Customized software development at a rapid pace

How can a tailored solution be sold to customers, while the organization produces those solutions at scale, and at a low cost?

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How much do software supply chain decisions really cost?

By switching focus away from optimized lowest-cost software production, we get closer to the end goal - successful customer outcomes.

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