ISO 21448

SOTIF

SOTIF, or Safety of the Intended Functionality, addresses hazards that arise from performance limitations or reasonably foreseeable misuse rather than system faults.

Definition

SOTIF, or Safety of the Intended Functionality, addresses hazards that arise from performance limitations or reasonably foreseeable misuse rather than system faults.

Context

SOTIF is relevant for functions such as perception, driver assistance, and automation where the intended function can be unsafe in specific scenarios even without a malfunction.

How SafeForge Supports It

SafeForge is built around governed safety workflows and can preserve the same review, traceability, and evidence discipline needed as teams expand into SOTIF analysis.

FAQ

What is SOTIF?

SOTIF, or Safety of the Intended Functionality, addresses hazards that arise from performance limitations or reasonably foreseeable misuse rather than system faults.

Why does SOTIF matter?

SOTIF is relevant for functions such as perception, driver assistance, and automation where the intended function can be unsafe in specific scenarios even without a malfunction.

How does Aegis SafeForge support SOTIF?

SafeForge is built around governed safety workflows and can preserve the same review, traceability, and evidence discipline needed as teams expand into SOTIF analysis.