ATHENA week 2 Flashcards
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BPMN diagram, some key points
- intuitive for both TECHNICAL and BUSINESS users
- a tool to bridge communication gaps that often exists among departments
- fundamental for succesful business IT alignment
- not a well known standard
- simplicity
- it supports technical implementation of process automation
is BPMN diagram a known standard
no
for what kind of users is BPMN diagram useful
business and technical users
what is a pool and a lane
POOL
- main conductor/process
- the pool is a higher tanking instance compared to its lanes
- can be PHYSICAL, PERSON or any type of entity
LANE
- responsible for executing specific tasks
- can also be PHYSICAL, PERSON or any type of entity
circle
circle with one extra round
dikke circle
circle beginning
circle with extra round: intermediate event
dikke circle: end event
What is a Data Object in BPMN?
A temporary piece of information (like a list, file, or form) used within a task. It does not control the process, just supports it, specific to one process
What is a Data Store in BPMN?
A place where information is stored permanently, even after the process ends. Like a database, you can also use it for other tasks eventually
-> (sequence flow)
used to connect tasks
O——–> (message flow)
between pools/lanes, you DON’T USE IT IN ONE POOL (customer asks for return)
—–> (data association flow)
links a task to a data object or data store, showing it uses or creates that info
The task “Write Report” is connected to a document file — the data object “report.pdf”.
What is an Exclusive Gateway in BPMN? and how does it look
A point where the process must choose only one path based on a condition. Never both.
its a diamond with an x
What’s another name for an Exclusive Gateway?
XOR (which stands for “exclusive OR”).
loop, how does it look
a task is repeated until the conditions are met. you see the arrow in a circle
What are Multiple Parallel Instances in BPMN?
When the same task happens multiple times at once, for different people or cases.
What symbol shows a parallel instance?
Three small vertical bars (|||) at the bottom of the task box.
What’s an example of a multiple parallel instance?
Everyone in the flat chooses their pizza at the same time.
What is a Parallel Gateway in BPMN?
A gateway where all paths are followed at the same time — multiple tasks run in parallel.
What symbol represents a Parallel Gateway?
A diamond with a + (plus) inside.
What’s another name for a Parallel Gateway?
AND-gateway
In a Parallel Gateway, do you follow only one path?
No — you follow all outgoing paths at the same time.
What’s a real-life example of a Parallel Gateway?
Choosing your main dish and side dish at the same time when ordering food.
What happens after a Parallel Gateway splits into multiple tasks?
All tasks must be completed before continuing (like before “Confirm the selection”).
What is an Inclusive Gateway in BPMN?
A gateway that lets the process follow one or more paths depending on conditions
What symbol represents an Inclusive Gateway?
A diamond with a circle inside
