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Business Process Management

Core Concepts

Definition

Business Process Management (BPM) is a systematic approach to improving an organization's business processes.

Detailed Description

Business Process Management (BPM) involves analyzing, improving, and automating business processes to increase efficiency and achieve organizational goals. BPM often includes identifying operational inefficiencies, modeling new processes, implementing process changes, and continuously monitoring and optimizing the outcomes. In the context of ERP, BPM helps integrate and streamline processes across various departments, facilitating better coordination and information flow.

Key Features

  • Integration with ERP Systems
  • Performance Monitoring
  • Process Modeling
  • Process Optimization
  • Workflow Automation

Common Modules

Process Analytics

Provides tools for monitoring and analyzing process performance.

Workflow Management

Facilitates the design, execution, and automation of business workflows.

Popular Implementations

Implementation in Financial Services

BPM implemented in financial services to streamline loan processing and improve customer service.

Manufacturing Process Optimization

Using BPM to enhance production scheduling and reduce waste in manufacturing processes.