Join Daniel Matka and Matúš Mala as they host Professor Dr. Volker Stiel, exploring the intricacies of Business Process Management and the evolution of process-driven applications in today’s digital landscape.
A new podcast episode of The Prozess-Philosophen was published on Jul 15, 2025 with the original title:
Von BPMN bis Prozess PS: Prof. Dr. Volker Stiehl
Overview:
In this podcast episode, process philosophers Daniel Matka and Matúš Mala interview Professor Dr. Volker Stiehl about his extensive career in Business Process Management (BPM) and the significance of the prozessgesteuerten Ansatz, emphasizing the need for practical, executable process solutions.
Core content:
- Professor Volker Stiehl shares his experience transitioning from traditional management strategies to process-driven applications.
- He emphasizes the importance of BPMN in creating efficient, clear-process visualizations while addressing common pitfalls in process documentation.
- Stiehl discusses the lack of understanding and acceptance surrounding BPM and the need for organizations to embrace process management practically.
- The conversation includes insights on integrating BPM into existing IT landscapes and the evolution of process management methodologies.
- Stiehl highlights the experiences of his students who develop real-world projects, demonstrating the practical application of BPM methodologies.
Learnings:
- Listeners will understand the key components of effective BPM and the challenges of implementing it within organizations.
- Stiehl outlines the benefits of a process-oriented approach and why clear communication in process modeling is critical.
- The episode reveals the importance of teaching BPM principles in academic settings and the impact it has on future professionals.
- Listeners will gain insights into the evolution of BPM technologies and methodologies, including practical examples from student projects.
- The discussion provides a deeper appreciation for practical BPM solutions as necessary for business success and evolution.
The original content was published in German.
