Safety-Critical System
A system whose failure could result in serious injury, loss of life, or significant environmental or financial harm — requiring additional engineering rigor, traceability, and certification.
Why it matters
Safety-critical systems demand PLM governance that enforces traceability, not just records it. The stakes of a governance failure are measured in human lives.
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Finocchiaro, Michael. “Safety-Critical System.” DemystifyingPLM PLM Glossary, 2026, https://www.demystifyingplm.com/glossary/safety-critical-system