Next Steps

Congratulations! You've created your first system in BERT. From here, you can:

• Learn how to decompose your system into subsystems

• Add more detailed flows between elements

• Explore the element properties in depth

System Hierarchy

BERT allows systems to be decomposed into multiple levels:

1. Level 0: The overall system and its environment

2. Level 1: Main subsystems and their connections

3. Level 2+: Further decomposition of subsystems

This hierarchical approach allows you to:

• Zoom in to see details when needed

• Zoom out to understand the big picture

• Manage complexity at each level appropriately

Applying These Concepts

When modeling a system in BERT:

1. Start with boundaries: Define your system of interest

2. Identify external entities: What interacts with your system?

3. Define interfaces: Where do these interactions occur?

4. Map flows: What moves between elements?

5. Decompose into subsystems: Break down complex components