System of Systems Interoperability (SOSI): Final Report

Abstract

This technical report documents the findings of an internal research and development effort on system of systems interoperability (SOSI). The study was based on the belief that interoperability must occur at multiple levels within and across programs, and not solely in the context of a system construction. The Software Engineering Institute (SEI) looked at the full range of barriers to achieving interoperability between systems, including programmatic, constructive, and operational barriers. An initial SOSI model representing this perspective was developed. The research method consisted of three activities: review of related research, conducting of small workshops, and interviews with experts. The literature survey focused on Department of Defense and related initiatives dedicated to achieving interoperability. Workshops were held in Washington, DC in February and May 2003. Interviews were conducted with experts representing each of the services, the National Reconnaissance Organization, and industry. Results from these activities are presented here.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 2004
Accession Number
ADA455619

Entities

People

  • Craig Meyers
  • Dan Plakosh
  • Edwin Morris
  • Linda Levine
  • Pat Place

Organizations

  • Carnegie Mellon University

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • C4I
  • Human Systems
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Combat Support
  • Command And Control
  • Command And Control Systems
  • Complex Systems
  • Construction
  • Control Systems
  • Department Of Defense
  • Engineering
  • Information Systems
  • Joint Military Activities
  • Military Operations
  • Military Science
  • Situational Awareness
  • Software Development
  • System Of Systems
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Warfare

Fields of Study

  • Computer science

Readers

  • Academic Conference Management
  • Defense Acquisition Program Management
  • Enterprise Information Systems Architecture and Joint Command Capability Interoperability Support.