Large language models for conceptual modeling: Assessment and application potential

Abstract

Large Language Models (LLMs) are being rapidly adopted for many activities in organizations, business, and education. Included in their applications are capabilities to generate text, code, and models. This leads to questions about their potential role in the conceptual modeling part of information systems development. This paper reports on a panel presented at the 43rd International Conference on Conceptual Modeling where researchers discussed the current and potential role of LLMs in conceptual modeling. The panelists discussed applications and interest levels and expressed both optimism and caution in the adoption of LLMs. Suggested is a need for much continued research by the conceptual modeling community on LLM development and their role in research and teaching.