Special Interest Group on Model Analysis (SIG-MA)
The Special Interest Group on Model Analysis (SIG-MA) focuses on the development, use
and advancement of formal model analysis methods in System Dynamics. These methods
currently include: Pathway Participation Metric, Ford’s Behavioural Analysis and
Eigenstructure-based methods, amongst others. The focus of this group is not so much on the
validity of model equations as, given the equations, how can they best be analyzed and
interpreted back to reality.
Brief History
During a workshop on formal model analysis in Delft in 2006, and follow-up discussions at
the 2006 and 2007 conferences, it became apparent there was significant interest in formal
model analysis and sufficient critical mass to form the SIG-MA. This was approved by the
Policy Council late in 2007.
Present Activities
The activities of SIG-MA include facilitating communication amongst model analysts by
moderated listserve discussions. These focus on theoretical developments as well as
improving the means of communication of analysis results. We plan to expand our activities
to the further development of tools for model analysis and clear communication of their use
(and benefits) in applications.
Open Membership
The SIG-MA is open to all system dynamicists interested in formal analysis. Please contact
sdsigma@ gmail.com to join our listserve (sdsigma@ listserv. tudelft.nl).
