SSG 13 illustrates how Systems Engineering complements the rest of the Asset Management life cycle and the six subject groups which make up the IAM conceptual model (6-box model).

Systems Engineering can be used to provide auditable line-of-sight from the corporate and organizational goals to the Asset Management decisions. It can also be used to structure and frame the requirements of the tangible and non-tangible assets to foster innovation, and effective delivery without over commitment.