Dependency and Structure Modeling (DSM, also known as Design Structure Matrix) techniques support the management of complexity by focusing attention on the elements of a complex system and how they relate to each other. DSMābased techniques have proven to be very valuable in understanding, designing, and optimizing complex challenges such as those of products, organizations, and processes.
Today, DSM is widely used, and it is often combined with other approaches like Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and supported by digital tools that make analysis and visualization easier, especially for larger systems.
The DSM Community aims to further develop the DSM methods, adapt them to current challenges, and support their practical application. It also provides a space for exchange between researchers and practitioners working with complex systems.
We see the community as an open platform and welcome ideas, questions, and contributions.
Structure of this website
Understand DSMĀ will grant you detailed insight into what DSM is all about. Tutorials, industrial use cases and further material to familiarize you with the ideas, concepts and capabilities of matrix-based complexity management.
DSM ToolsĀ presents the software tools that are available to handle larger structures. There is a variety of software tools available, some of which are commercially available, while others have evolved as research tools.
DSM KnowledgeĀ will allow you to browse relevant publications and resources on the internet that will enable you to deepen your know-how and understanding on DSM. If you have own publications you would like to share, please also do not hesitate toĀ contact us.
DSM CommunityĀ allows you to gain insight into who is part of the DSM Community and where we meet. It also offers the opportunity to become a registered member at no cost and to keep close to the pulse of DSM time.
The Dependency and Structure Modeling (DSM) Web 