Explore the latest updates in BPMN 2.0, including new model types like Choreography and Conversation Diagrams, as discussed by industry expert Roland Woldt.
A new blog post of What’s Your Baseline was published on Jan 28, 2011:
Overview:
This article provides an overview of the various BPMN 2.0 model types and their functionalities, highlighting changes from the previous version and how these are incorporated in ARIS as of version 7.1 SR9. The focus is on the distinctions between process diagrams, choreography, and collaboration models.
Core content:
- BPMN 2.0 includes distinct model types: BPMN Process, BPMN Collaboration, Choreography, and Conversation Diagrams.
- Collaboration Diagrams focus on inter-participant interactions, whereas Choreography Diagrams emphasize message flows instead of tasks.
- Conversation Diagrams offer a high-level overview of participant conversations without delving into specific message flows or process logic.
- ARIS supports BPMN model types and recommends using Allocation and Function Allocation Diagrams for enhanced modeling.
Learnings:
- Readers will understand the differences between BPMN model types, including their purposes and suitable audiences.
- Gain insights into how BPMN 2.0 facilitates consistent modeling across multiple levels of process abstraction.
- Learn about the enhancements in ARIS for modeling BPMN effectively with additional diagram types to address specific needs.
- The article highlights best practices for utilizing BPMN diagrams to communicate effectively across various stakeholders.
The original content was published in English.