Business process modeling standard

Nowadays, the issue of identifying and modeling organizational processes is a debate that is raised in many organizations with small and large dimensions, the issues of management and modeling of organizational processes can be considered as an important factor in the business success of organizations.

" In general, visualizing the sequence of business activities and related information is called process modeling . "

The purpose of modeling an organization's work processes is to create a common conceptual (standard-based) and simple language (in the form of graphic forms that are both smaller and easier to understand) between the organization's managers and experts, and system analysts . .
Process modeling is an activity used by process analysts to extract existing processes and demonstrate new processes in all reengineering methodologies and strategies. In such activities, analysts use modeling tools to model the current and future state of the organization.  
Modeling business processes (or organizational processes) is one of the most basic steps toward optimization. They are. The purpose of modeling processes is to document the process of doing things in which the organization is involved in any way. Having a common and standard language for modeling processes helps to ensure that these documents do not lose their effectiveness in different time and place situations.
Markup Language Modeling Business ( Business Process Modeling Notation ( BPMN standard to develop diagram business processes is. Contains a collection of graphics (geometric) is based on a flowchart Flowchart have been developed. The main objective Mark modeling business processes Provide a model that is understandable to all people involved in the organization's business, such as shareholders, top managers, customers, and so on.
For example, if we have a good understanding of the order tracking process in the organization, we can implement it more efficiently and competently in the customer relationship management system . In fact, in this situation, we can produce a more effective product to improve quality and increase productivity , which includes shortening the process , cost control, better use of manpower and also better information to the customer.

Another important benefit of modeling organizational processes is maintaining consistency in organizational decisions. Despite the documented business model , after possible changes in the management team, the organization will not be confused and possibly major changes. Rather, the new management team will work to improve the previous model, and this is how the continuity of success and stability of an organization will continue even after the death of its first person.
Another advantage is the lack of confusion of new manpower . In the event of a change in organizational positions or the recruitment of new staff, with the help of this model, they will be saved from confusion and there is no need for the new staff to have a good understanding of its tasks and performance process after a month .

There are different levels for process modeling :
1- Process map (simple flowcharts of activities)
2- Process description (flowchart with additional information but not enough to fully describe its function)
3- Model Process flow charts (complete flowchart with additional information that the process can be analyzed, simulated, or executed)
4. Business process modeling markup that covers each of the above levels.

Some of the benefits of standardization of marks used in the modeling process are as follows:
• Create joint contemplation and group
• Facilitate communication
• Create mutual understanding
• playbook access to quality
• strategy of continuous improvement
• Managing customer confidence
• Managing customer satisfaction
• Solution Diagnosis and prevention
• Control strategy
• Reduce costs and waste

People involved in the process modeling team :
1- Business expert : Someone who has a lot of knowledge about the process.
2- Process owner : The person who is responsible for the implementation of the whole process and approves the process modifications.
3- Manager or mediator : The person in charge of appointments is responsible for asking the right question to make the right decision.
4- Modeling expert : is responsible for designing the process model.

How to model?
1- Top-Down :
In this method, we start with the process architecture . First, we identify the main process activities by their flow. We then model each activity in more detail.
2- Bottom-Up :
In this method, we start by identifying the activities. We model the following business processes and transactions and combine them in the process.
3- Inside-Out :
In this method, we start with the main processes and develop them by adding support processes .

Note : The in-out approach is usually the most practical approach to process modeling.

Mark modeling business processes main tool in technology, business process management services. In fact, it can be said that the main advantage of using business process management technology is the existence of a standard language called business process modeling markup . The main feature of business process modeling markup is its ability to be translated into languages ​​that can be understood by software systems. Mark modeling business processes , a chart entitled " graph business process » Business Process Diagram-BPD has provided to the people in the design and management of business processes is planned. Practically A business process diagram is a network of graphical objects that show activities, flow controls, and how activities are performed.