The challenge
Traditional safety and security approaches are being challenged by the introduction of new technology and the increasing complexity of the systems we are attempting to build. The role of the humans operating these systems is also changing as they are asked to supervise increasingly complex automation that may not be fully understood, may lead to unexpected consequences, and can lead to much more complex human errors than manual tasks and simple predefined procedures. We can no longer effectively separate engineering design from human factors and from the social and organizational system in which our systems are designed and operated.
STAMP
STAMP (System-Theoretic Accident Model and Processes) is a new accident causality model based on systems theory and systems thinking that addresses critical challenges in safety and cybersecurity such as complex software, human-decision making and human factors, new technology, social and organizational design, and safety culture.
STAMP takes a systems approach to safety and security and provides the foundation for practical methods like STPA and CAST.
STPA (System-Theoretic Process Analysis) is a powerful new technique for hazard analysis, system safety engineering, and cybersecurity that is based on the STAMP model. CAST is the equivalent for accident/incident analysis. These tools are now used globally in almost every industry.
The role of STAMP Engineering Services
The goal of STAMP Engineering Services is to provide training, education, and support for those in industry who are exploring and adopting STAMP and STAMP-based methods like STPA and CAST. create and evaluate new tools and processes that use systems thinking to provide more comprehensive, more efficient, and more effective results.
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