7.4 Typical objections and their resolution

"I can't model that in Selmo."

In reality that usually means: "I haven't divided the process into states yet." As soon as you break the steps down logically, any procedure can be represented. Selmo does not model technology, but behavior.

"My function has no feedback."

Then it is unsafe. Feedback can always be added or simulated — for example via a measurement, a signal, an internal response. Without feedback, a safe process is not possible.

"I prefer to work with timers."

Timers are allowed, but they do not replace feedback. They can be used additionally — for example to set time limits — not to confirm the success of an action.

"I need special logic."

Selmo covers 95% of all control logic through the standard zones. For the remaining 5% there are extensible logical functions that operate by the same principle: Start → Action → Feedback.