Starting Your First Analysis

In this tutorial, you'll learn how to use BERT to analyze your first system by defining boundaries, identifying components, and mapping relationships.

What You'll Learn

• Define system boundaries

• Identify key components

• Map flows between elements

• Navigate hierarchical levels

Open BERT in your browser at bert.systems or download the desktop version to get started.

Common Questions

What if I can't see the main system circle?

If your canvas appears empty, try:

• Checking if you're zoomed in too far (press - to zoom out)

• Resetting the camera position (press Ctrl+R)

• Look for the gray boundary ring - this can help you locate your system

• Restarting your project if the issue persists

How many external entities should I add?

Include all important external systems or actors that directly interact with your system of interest. For a beginner model, aim for 3-7 external entities to keep things manageable. You can always add more later.

Can I change the position of elements after placing them?

Yes! Simply click on an element to select it, then click and drag to move it to a new position. You can also select multiple elements by holding Shift while clicking on them, then move them as a group.