» System Seeing: Drawing our systems into view «

Ruth Malan


Abstract

We will do a series of short hands-on exercises in system seeing, and use that experience to motivate discussions of systems, systems thinking, and system design.

We will blend systems theory and systems practice, to guide this adventure in system sketching and modeling.

Bio

Ruth is specializing in system and software architecture and design. She works primarily with architects—from enterprise and chief architects to system and product architects and tech leads—and collaborates closely with teams throughout the system lifecycle.

Her expertise spans from early-stage strategy and design incubator work to architecture assessment and renewal for legacy systems. Ruth coaches architects and teams, aids in documenting architecture during rapid transitions, and facilitates technology strategy and architectural design sessions and reviews. Additionally, she designs methods for integrating architecture with agile practices and develops comprehensive architect development programs that combine training and mentoring.