Process-bility : Visual Balance in action

Process-bility : Visual Balance in action

Process-bility consists of three fundamental principles:

  1. StoryTelling
  2. Visual Balance
  3. Simplicity

By applying Visual Balance, we can make any BPMN model much easier to understand.

Let's take a look at this poorly constructed BPMN model.

Poor constructed BPMN Model

This is the BPMN model after applying Visual Balance

BPMN model with Visual Balance

Would you like to see the BPMN model after applying all three principles of Process-bility?

From Complexity to Clarity, BPMN made easy with Process-bility


Process-bility is a business modelling philosophy and technique developed and refined over 30 years by Kevin Tan. It is based on three fundamental principles of:

1. Storytelling: involves crafting a compelling visual narrative that conveys the flow of the process and how it fits within the broader context of the organisation.

2. Visual Balance: emphasises the strategic use of colors and position of notation to create a visually pleasing and easy-to-understand model.

3. Simplicity: is about using the "less is more" approach, focusing on the essential elements of the process and avoiding unnecessary complexity. By embracing Process-bility, you can create process models that are highly engaging, easy to understand, and capable of driving meaningful change within your organisations.

Juliet Njura

RPA and AI Enthusiast || Information Technology || Organization Development

9 个月

Kevin Tan thank you so much for sharing this, after applying visual balance its so easy to follow and understand

Gustavo Vizzoni

Business Analyst @ agap2 Italia | LinkedIn Top Voice Business Analysis | Master in Data Analytics | Process Improvement |

9 个月

Excellent contribution! The application of the three principles has significantly transformed the BPMN model. Each component of the process is now much clearer and more distinct, resulting in a cleaner and more understandable model. Outstanding work!

Kevin Tan

Thought Leader in BPMN Business Process Modelling | Process-bility |Author|Speaker

9 个月

I asked ChatGPT about the models, this is the answer. Thank you for uploading both BPMN models. Let's compare them based on clarity, readability, and effectiveness in representing the process. ### Comparison of BPMN Models #### Model 1 (First Image) - **Clarity**: Uses color to distinguish elements, labeled lanes, but somewhat cluttered with multiple flow lines. - **Complexity**: Has several decision points and multiple end events, making it appear fragmented. #### Model 2 (Second Image) - **Clarity**: More streamlined and less cluttered. Uses XOR gateways effectively. - **Complexity**: Linear and straightforward, with a single end event, providing a cleaner process flow. ### Conclusion **Model 2** is better due to its streamlined visual representation and effective use of XOR gateways, making it easier to read and understand.

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