The document introduces Business Process Model and Notation (BPMN) which is a standard for modeling business processes. It discusses BPMN elements like flow objects, connecting objects, and swimlanes. It explains how BPMN helps with requirement documentation, analysis and development by allowing quick modeling of workflows and bridging communication gaps between stakeholders and developers. The document also provides examples of BPMN diagrams and open source BPMN tools like Bizagi.

1. FolioFolio
Business Process
Model and Notation
Folio
Business Process
Model and Notation
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Rizwan Khan
rizwan.khan@osscube.com
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2. Session Agenda
Introduction to BPMN
Importance / Impact of Business Process Modeling
Technique in Software Development
Importance / Impact of Business Process Modeling
Technique in Software Development
Working with Bizagi
Case Study - Requirement Elicitation Using a BPMN
Tool
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3. BPMN?
Method of illustrating business processes in the form of a diagram similar to a
flowchart.
Originally developed by the Business Process Management Initiative (BPMI).
Currently maintained by the Object Management Group (OMG). The current
version of BPMN is 2.0.
BPMN is assembled from a small set of core elements, making it easy for
technical and non-technical observers to understand the processes involved.
Elements are categorized into three major groups called flow objects (geometric
figures ), connecting objects (lines) and swimlanes (swimming pool shaped
rectangle).
Provides a standard, easy-to-read way to define and analyze public and private
business processes.
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4. Why BPMN for Development?
Requirement documentation is critical for a project but documenting it RIGHT is
CRUICIAL!
Requirement analysis phase undergoes multiple iterations for each requirement
documentation. BPMN allows quick turn around for designing project workflows.
BPMN provides a standard notation that is readily understandable by
stakeholders, analysts and developers.
Bridge communication gaps that often exist between the stakeholders &
development team.
Helps conducting efficient requirements gathering & enhances development
processes, helps developing almost 100% accurate requirements.
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5. Objects in BPMN 2.0
• Swimlanes
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6. Objects in BPMN 2.0
• Flow Objects
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7. Objects in BPMN 2.0
• Flow Objects
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8. Objects in BPMN 2.0
• Connectors
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9. Objects in BPMN 2.0
• Data & Artifacts
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10. Example Business Process
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11. A Few OpenSource BPM Options
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12. Working with Bizagi
• Sample Workflow
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13. Case Study
• eCatalogue System
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14. References
• http://www.omg.org/spec/BPMN/20100601/10-06-
02.pdf
• http://camunda.org/bpmn/tutorial.html
• http://www.slideshare.net/grepol/modelling-with-
bpmn-2-0?qid=8789be1c-c1f4-459b-8b1c-
5458a6851652&v=default&b=&from_search=34
• Bizagi – Workflow Patterns
• http://www.omg.org/spec/BPMN/20100601/10-06-
02.pdf
• http://camunda.org/bpmn/tutorial.html
• http://www.slideshare.net/grepol/modelling-with-
bpmn-2-0?qid=8789be1c-c1f4-459b-8b1c-
5458a6851652&v=default&b=&from_search=34
• Bizagi – Workflow Patterns
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15. THANKS !!!THANKS !!!
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