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6.3.2 The Systems Engineer: a Communicating Saté Skewer
Author(s) -
Schreinemakers Paul J.P.,
Elich Erik H.J.
Publication year - 2009
Publication title -
incose international symposium
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2334-5837
DOI - 10.1002/j.2334-5837.2009.tb00997.x
Subject(s) - hierarchy , computer science , range (aeronautics) , knowledge management , engineering , political science , law , aerospace engineering
Communication is recognised as an important ingredient to execute projects. It is not just a single capacity, but can be drawn along multiple dimensions. This paper describes the Systems Engineer as a ‘Communicating Saté Skewer’, addressing his ability to concatenate different aspects (people, means and content) to secure that the system becomes successful. To be able to act as a good Systems Engineer, this paper describes six dimensions that are important for optimal communication and to fulfil the role of ‘concatenater’ of content. These dimensions range from the organisational‐ and system hierarchy to the intercultural aspects of communication within and between teams or organisations. Moreover these dimensions vary from East to West. Trying to find a person who meets the needs along all dimensions may result in looking for the impossible. Some thoughts are given that may help constructing a balanced team that meets the project needs.