Explore the complex dynamics of BPM as the Process Wizard and Chief Magic Officer dive into standard vs. variant processes and the essential role of end-to-end modeling in effective management.
A new podcast episode of Die Prozessphilosophen was published on Dec 12, 2024 with the original title:
Episode 28: Discussion on Standard vs. Variant Processes
Overview:
In Episode 28, the Process Wizard and Chief Magic Officer delve into the nuances distinguishing standardized processes from variants within business process management (BPM). They reflect on the challenges and strategies for managing these process distinctions effectively as they approach the year-end evaluations.
Core content:
- The episode features a discussion on the implications of standardizing processes versus creating variants, highlighting the subjective nature of these decisions.
- Examples from participants’ experiences in BPM emphasize the importance of understanding when to treat a process as standard or as a variant based on intricacies involved.
- The pros and cons of having multiple process owners are debated, advocating for a structured approach to process management and standardization.
- Listeners gain insights into practical approaches for modeling processes efficiently, focusing on end-to-end population and optimization strategies.
- Contextual examples from various industries illustrate how to decide on process boundaries and potential complexities involved.
Learnings:
- Gain insights into the critical distinctions between standard processes and variants, and when each should be applied in BPM practice.
- Understand the potential complexities introduced by multiple process owners and how to navigate them effectively.
- Learn about practical strategies for BPM modeling, emphasizing clarity in defining process boundaries.
- Explore real-life case studies illustrating the decision-making process for managing standards and variants in various business contexts.
- Familiarize with the significance of focusing on end-to-end processes for effective business management.
The original content was published in German.
