Explore the evolution of BPMN standards and their implications for business process management with insights from industry experts, as we delve into the details of BPMN 2.0.
A new blog post of What’s Your Baseline was published on Nov 28, 2010:
Overview:
BPMN (Business Process Model and Notation) is a key standard for business process modeling, created to facilitate a common language for processes. Although it promises interoperability, challenges remain regarding actual implementation and the exchange of models across platforms. The article explores the origins, scope, and limitations of BPMN.
Core content:
- BPMN was established by a consortium of major companies including SAP and Oracle to standardize process modeling.
- The upcoming BPMN 2.0 version aims to bridge execution logic with process models but has yet to be fully realized in practice.
- While BPMN offers various graphical objects, it does not support higher architectural modeling or logical data models.
- The standard lacks representation for organizational units and does not detail business rules within its scope.
Learnings:
- Viewers will understand the historical context and development of BPMN, including its intended purpose and limitations.
- Learn how BPMN differs from other process standards and what it can realistically achieve in modeling scenarios.
- Gain insights into what BPMN does not cover, which can influence process management efforts in organizations.
- The article highlights the current challenges of BPMN implementation and the importance of aligning expectations with capabilities.
The original content was published in English.
