Is SysML v2 Making Requirement Management Tools Obsolete?
As the systems engineering landscape evolves, SysML v2 is redefining how we manage requirements—integrating them directly into the model and enabling a more connected, traceable, and maintainable workflow.
From Document-Based to Model-Centric
Three Key Transformations
The Requirements becomes integrated to Model With SysML v2, requirements are no longer isolated artifacts—they are structured, typed, and directly traceable to design elements within the model itself. This reduces dependency on external RM tools and improves traceability across the development lifecycle.
That said, in regulated environments, structured and auditable processes remain essential. Traditional requirement management tools still excel in workflow control, approval handling, and change request tracking. For modeling tools to fully replace RM platforms in such domains, they must become better oriented to supporting controlled engineering processes.
Constraints as Primary Requirements Wherever feasible, requirements should be expressed as formal constraints. This enhances clarity, testability, and alignment with system behavior. Natural language remains useful, but formalization should take precedence when possible.
AI Enhances Communication While engineers interact with the model directly, stakeholders often require clear textual descriptions. AI can assist in translating model-based requirements into natural language, ensuring alignment across technical and non-technical teams.
Conclusion
The role of requirements is not diminishing—it is evolving:
The system model serves as the authoritative source
Constraints ensure precision and testability
Lightweight viewers and AI improve accessibility and communication
As we transition to a model-based paradigm, it’s worth asking: Are your tools enabling a SysML v2-driven future—or anchoring you to the past?