How AI is transforming Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) is essential for managing the growing complexity of modern systems. With the rapid evolution of Artificial Intelligence (AI), MBSE is undergoing a significant transformation. AI-powered capabilities are enabling automation of requirements engineering, intelligent derivation of use cases, and faster design iterations using prompt-driven approaches. These advancements are helping organizations improve efficiency, reduce errors, and accelerate development cycles. This session will focus on how AI integrates with MBSE workflows, supported by real-world examples and demonstrations using tools such as IBM Engineering Lifecycle Management (ELM), IBM BOB, and IBM Rhapsody. Attendees will gain insights into how human-in-the-loop AI enhances decision-making, improves system quality, and fosters collaboration across engineering teams. The session will highlight practical applications and strategies to adopt AI-driven MBSE in enterprise environments.
This event is produced by the Systems Engineering Society of Australia (SESA).
This event will be offered both in-person in Sydney and online. Food and refreshments will be provided at this event. Details and registration can be found at the Engineers Australia event page.
Learning outcomes
In this presentation, you will learn:
- how AI can support requirements engineering, use case development, and systems modelling within MBSE environments
- how human-in-the-loop AI approaches can improve engineering decision-making, quality, and traceability
- practical techniques for accelerating design iterations using AI-assisted workflows and prompt-based engineering methods
- how AI-enabled engineering tools are being applied in real-world systems engineering environments.
Program
In-person
- 5.30 pm AEST: Registration opens
- 6.00 pm AEST: Presentation begins
- 7.00 pm AEST: Presentation concludes and guest depart
Online:
- 6.00 pm AEST: Webinar begins
- 7.00 pm AEST: Webinar concludes
About the speakers
Biography
Sean Innes is the Technical Customer Success Leader for IBM Australia and New Zealand, leading teams that help organisations modernise engineering and software delivery through digital transformation. With more than 25 years of experience in enterprise technology, he works with government, infrastructure and other highly regulated industries to improve systems engineering, requirements management, verification and validation, safety assurance, and Engineering Lifecycle Management. Sean is passionate about advancing Model-Based Systems Engineering, digital engineering and AI-enabled engineering to help organisations deliver complex, mission-critical systems with greater quality, traceability, and confidence.
Biography
Suneel Santharam is a Senior Product Manager based in Bangalore with expertise in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), AI-driven engineering solutions, and digital transformation. He specializes in integrating SysML and UML frameworks, enabling end-to-end system and software alignment. Suneel has extensive experience working with IBM Engineering tools, including Rhapsody and AI-powered solutions like BOB. He drives innovation by applying AI to automate requirements, enhance system design, and improve collaboration across teams. Passionate about bridging business and engineering, he brings practical insights into leveraging AI to modernize MBSE practices and accelerate enterprise outcomes.
Disclaimer
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