By Rick Geneva

While we have had basic BPMN training online before, BPMN online level-2 training represents a first for us.

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Event Date:10/03/2008
Event Time:12:30 - 16:15 EDT (GMT-0400)

If you plan on attending you will need to register and attend tomorrow’s BPMN online class, level 1: September 26th. If you have prior BPMN training this class may not be necessary.

BPMN online level-2 training will discuss some very important topics, much of it coming from research and an upcoming book project. We will talk about:

• BPMN process patterns for solving business problems
• How this is a big leap forward from the Van Der Aalst patterns that simply define possible flows in a mathematical, technical way.
• Real-world examples in a simple, easy to understand format.
• Process modeling vocabulary: What is a controlling authority? What are participation levels? And more!
• Decision management patterns
• Turning the “guess work” into a scientific formula that is easily reproduced for any process modeling exercise.

And much, much more!

Even if you already think you know a lot about BPMN, it’s well worth your time to attend this event.

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Here is the full list of online classes coming up.

BPMN online class, level 1: September 26th
Provides a good introduction to the BPMN 1.1 specification and how to model processes. Covers all of the BPMN 1.1 shapes and how to use them. Provides a good introduction into the concepts and vocabulary necessary for effective process modeling.
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BPMN level 2 class: October 3rd
Provides a practical approach on how to use the modeling notation to accomplish common process modeling problems. Included in this course will be an introduction to over a dozen common BPMN patterns that will help you accomplish your business objectives quickly, accurately, and without the guess-work normally associated with process modeling. Also, there will be an introduction into decision management and a vocabulary that will help your organization be more efficient when communicating about your business processes.

A good, full understanding of the BPMN 1.1 specification is a prerequisite to attend this class.
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Process Modeling Framework (PMF) class: October 17th
The Process Modeling Framework (P.M.F.) is a structured approach to process modeling that results in consistent, accurate, readable process diagrams using the BPMN 1.1 modeling notation.

Provides an introduction into a structured approach to process modeling. The methodology and best practices of the experts will be shared in this class. PMF is more than just a methodology - it’s a management practice for processes that involves executives, business analysts, managers, and IT staff. Each part of an organization has different needs for diagramming processes, and long-term management of the processes once they are automated. This course offers a practical guide on how to implement BPMN on a large scale throughout your organization.

Realizing that process are not 1-dimensional, the PMF addresses the idea that multiple people, and systems are involved an a business process. A single, simple diagram does not meet the needs of a large organization. Executives need a different diagram style than managers. IT engineers need a different diagram style than business people. Different levels of detail, different levels of process ownership are all included into the PMF.

PMF also includes a strategy for long-term process management and process governance.

A good basic understanding of the BPMN 1.1 specification is required to attend this session. The BPMN level-1 online class satisfies this requirement, but it is recommended that you also attend the BPMN level-2 class to get the most from this session.

September 25th, 2008