About us
Meros comes from the Greek meros meaning, “a part of,” as in mereology: the study of part-whole systems. Meros is dedicated to bringing clarity to every part of your system engineering practice, from technical artifacts, to processes, to people. We take a holistic and sociotechnical approach to “systems engineer your systems engineering.”
Erika Palmer, Ph.D.
Founder
Dr. Erika Palmer drives radical collaboration in organizations. She specializes in the niche intersection of systems engineering and sociotechnical systems, which she taught at Cornell University, and the University of California, San Diego. She currently serves as the Director of Technical Products and Services at the International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE). Her research, teaching and consulting has focused on the modeling and simulation of policy systems across domain applications with an emphasis on ethics at the intersection of technology and society. Erika has applied her expertise and provided training to both industry and government agencies, such as the European Commission. These projects and training have centered on applying systems thinking, modeling and simulation to the development of policy systems as diverse as agriculture policy, space policy and research and innovation policy.
Christian Sprague, Ph.D.
Partner
Dr. Christian Sprague champions innovative solutions in systems engineering. His expertise lies at the unique juncture of systems engineering and economics. Receiving his Ph.D. from Cornell University in Systems Engineering, he has honed his skills in both academia and industry. His work is distinguished by a deep understanding of the interplay between technical systems and societal dynamics. Christian's approach to systems engineering is informed by his experience as a Senior Data Science Fellow at the Cornell Center for Social Sciences, where he specialized in large-scale research project management and data analysis. Christian currently serves as the Technical Project Manager at the International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE). His consultancy extends to various sectors, providing crucial insights and training in systems thinking, process optimization, and risk management. His unique methods have been instrumental in aiding both private and public organizations, such as research labs and academic institutions, enhancing efficiencies their systems engineering practices.
Our Values
Clarity
We prioritize clarity in our communications and processes to ensure that technical concepts are understood and actionable, facilitating effective decision-making and collaboration.
Quality
Our commitment to quality reflects in our meticulous attention to detail and adherence to industry standards, ensuring that our audits and advice consistently exceed expectations.
Insight
We provide deep insight derived from extensive industry experience and expertise, enabling our clients to navigate their intricacies with informed confidence.
Integrity
Integrity is at the core of our practice; we uphold ethical standards and transparency in all our dealings, building trust and long-term relationships with clients.
Precision
Precision is fundamental to our work. It ensures that our services are accurate, reliable, and tailored to meet the specific needs of each project.
Candor
We value honest, straightforward advice that helps clients understand both the strengths and areas for improvement in their systems engineering processes.