Join Daniel Matka and guests Prof. August Wilhelm Schär and Matúš Mala as they explore the evolution of business process management, its challenges, and future innovations in the field.
A new podcast episode of Die Prozess-Philosophen was published on Jun 03, 2025 with the original title:
Professor August Wilhelm Scheer Discusses the Evolution of Process Management
Overview:
Professor August Wilhelm Scheer, a prominent figure in business process management, shares insights on his career, the development of process management methodologies, and the impact of technology like ERP systems and AI on the future of BPM.
Core content:
- Professor Scheer reflects on his extensive career in business process management, highlighting key milestones and innovations he contributed to the field.
- The podcast explores the evolution from traditional process modeling methods like EPK to newer standards such as BPMN and the role they play in today’s businesses.
- Innovations like ERP systems have revolutionized how companies manage and integrate data across functions, simplifying processes and enhancing efficiency.
- The conversation addresses the shift towards AI-driven process management, emphasizing the need for new modeling techniques to accommodate this change.
- Professor Scheer discusses the historical significance of EPKs and their transition into broader acceptance and usage within organizations compared to BPMN.
Learnings:
- Listeners will gain an understanding of the major advancements in business process management, particularly the transition from EPK to BPMN methodologies.
- The episode highlights the importance of adapting process management strategies as technology evolves, especially with the advent of AI solutions.
- Insights on effective process management organization and training within companies are provided, detailing how to establish a solid process management framework.
- Professor Scheer’s experiences elucidate the relationship between process modeling simplicity and complex implementation needs in real-world scenarios.
- Listeners will learn about the vital role of innovation in process management and the balance between being methodical and agile in adopting new technologies.
The original content was published in German.
