Discover how to effectively use Visio for BPMN 2.0 diagramming, including templates, workflow checks, and essential tips on maintaining compliance with BPM standards.
2021-05-10 13:41:07
A new blog post of BPM Today was published on May 10, 2021 with the original title:
Visio 2019, 2016, 2013: Geschäftsprozesse nach BPMN 2.0 darstellen
Overview:
This article discusses how to effectively use Microsoft Visio with BPMN 2.0 templates, providing guidance on creating BPMN diagrams, managing shapes, and validating workflows. It warns about the limitations of Visio for BPMN process modeling.
Core content:
- Visio includes templates that contain BPMN symbols as per the BPMN 2.0 specification, useful for creating business process models.
- Shapes can be dragged onto the canvas, connected using sequence flows, message flows, and associations as defined by BPMN.
- Attributes of BPMN shapes can be adjusted through right-click options, enabling customization of process models.
- Validation of workflows is important; use the Diagram Check feature in Visio to identify and rectify any process issues.
- Visual modifications may be restricted in BPMN diagrams to ensure compliance with the BPMN 2.0 standard.
Learnings:
- Users will learn how to find and utilize BPMN diagram templates in Microsoft Visio for effective process modeling.
- Understanding how to connect different BPMN shapes accurately is crucial for maintaining consistent process flows.
- By learning the importance of validating BPMN diagrams, users will be better equipped to ensure compliance and accuracy in their business processes.
- Insights on the limitations of using Visio for BPMN will guide users toward more suitable tools for process modeling, when necessary.
- Familiarity with BPMN specifications can enhance the quality of process documentation and visualization in professional settings.
The original content was published in German.
