The Great Plains Chapter July 2026 Meeting focused on “Reclaiming the Engineering in Model-Based Systems Engineering” and the importance of keeping MBSE centered on practical systems engineering outcomes.
The discussion explored how organizations can avoid becoming overly focused on modeling tools and syntax while losing sight of fundamental engineering principles such as verification, validation, traceability, sound decision-making, and stakeholder needs. The presenters emphasized that models should serve as tools for better engineering rather than becoming the end goal themselves. They also highlighed some practical strategies including stronger mentorship, balanced MBSE teams, model-based technical reviews, and integrating core systems engineering artifacts into the digital engineering environment.
Key takeaway: The measure of successful MBSE is not the perfection of the model, but the quality and completeness of the engineered system.
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