Functional Objects as Complex Adaptive Systems

They comprise objects that have functionality, an intermediate stage between a concept and its operation.The functional object allows the intermediating of the value addition, so that it can be later used to develop the operational added value. Functional objects are often interfaces with other objects, links between objects or “analyzers” of objects and comply with all the functions that link the implicit concept in the objects and its operation. The maximal strategy of functional objects is defined by the implicit operational system to generate value within an environment of controlled quality. This implies that functional objects, besides providing an integration of other objects and processes, have an operation in themselves. The operation is given by the synergy they produce when integrating processes and objects. The minimum strategy is defined by the possibility of installing a control system that includes the necessary automatisms to avoid risks. The minimum strategy of functional objects needs to have alarm systems, redundancies and alternative plans in order to ensure that the risks are avoided