This role on Tier 3 puts together systems from building blocks (i.e. software components). Based on a system architecture from a system architect, the system builder selects components (provided by component suppliers) from the ecosystem that realize the needed services. Matchmaking must be made on the basis of offered services and on other properties, e.g. the required accuracy. Another concern of system builders is to package everything together such as e.g. also the robotic behavior models from behavior developers and making the system ready for deployment.

Synonym:

• Within the literature, this role is sometimes called “system integrator” which is considered inappropriate within the RobMoSys context, because of its close relation to “system integration” which contrasts to system composition (see glossary).

Related views and models:

• System Component Architecture Metamodel

See also:

• System Architect
• Component Supplier
• User Stories including this role
• Roles in the Ecosystem