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“Old BPM” is dying because it’s changing and being replaced by “modern BPM”.
Here’s what’s causing this replacement:
Users are now deciding to buy software by themselves
In “old BPM,” it was IT that made the decisions and called the shots.
Not anymore.
It takes a quick google search (5 seconds) to find and try out pretty much any software out there.
All modern software is now expected to be “free to try”
“Old BPM” could not be tried without wading through lots of chats with a sales person and weeks of combing through manuals.
People now expect to try something for free before committing to a purchase. Modern BPM supports this.
Old BPM was too focused on internal use cases e.g. automating financial workflows, etc.
“Modern BPM” is actually simple enough to run client-facing workflows.
Integration is now a commodity service
A whole sector has emerged called “integration as a service.”
Unlike “old BPM” — where armies of IT used to write code — there’s no need to know any code to quickly snap two apps together. However, such functionality needs an API – which is generally only available with a modern BPM.
People now work on phones
This means that looking at clunky, gigantic flowcharts in “old BPM” doesn’t work anymore. Which leads to the next point …
People don’t follow flowcharts
BPMN and “old BPM” were all about rigor. When a high priest commands you to do it – it does not feel like a nice experience.
“Modern BPM” actually caters to the way modern people do work — collaboratively.
Old BPM can’t tap into cloud AI
Next-gen AI vendors are API-first. None of the “old BPM” vendors are API-first. It’s only the “modern BPM” ones that can claim this fact. By being API-first, they not only enable easy integration, but snap-in capabilities as they emerge from opportunities/research being done in AI.
Old BPM was really just for big companies
“Modern BPM” appeals to companies of all sizes by simplifying workflows so that anyone can use it – by putting usability first. This opens up the other 90% of the market that never had BPM.
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Related Questions
What do you mean by business process management?
Business process management (BPM) is like having a GPS for your company’s daily work. It’s also a process to understand everything that everyone is doing in a company, map it out clearly and make it better. Think of baking cookies — everything needs to come out right, in the perfect sequence and in the perfect time, to make them perfect. BPM does it for business operations, ensuring that everything runs effectively and improves over time.
What does a business process manager do?
A business process manager is the master chef in a busy kitchen, where everything on the menu works in harmony with all the recipes. They observe how work moves through the company, note what goes wrong when it does, and think of ways to make it easier and faster. They have conversations with all sorts of teams, use special software to track progress and come up with creative ways to make work better for everyone.
What are the five steps in the business process management process?
The five-step process is design, model, run, monitor and optimize. Think of it as mapping a road trip — you first plan your route and then, upon finding the optimal path, you embark on your journey, monitor your progress and then finally search for better routes next time. Every step of the way the road to your success gets a bit smoother.
How does business process management improve efficiency?
BPM deletes annoying things in work that cause delays for people. It is like unclogging a traffic jam on a highway. When procedures are transparent and automated, people have less to do with boring paperwork and more that is essential. That means getting work done more quickly, making fewer mistakes and having happier employees.
What’s the difference between business process management and workflow?
BPM is managing the whole highway system; workflow is a single route. BPM “takes a system-view by considering a company’s processes in their entirety” and contrasts with the point-by-point workflow perspective.” The BPM is the broader space intent in connecting all the compartments (workflows, cases) in your concern.
What tools are used in business process management?
Today’s BPM includes smart software to help make work easier. What these tools are, essentially, are supercharged assistants that help keep track of tasks, nudge people to do what they’re supposed to and indicate where work might stall. They can integrate with other business software and facilitate automation of repetitive tasks.
How do you start implementing business process management?
The key is to start small and grow slowly. Start with one critical process that needs fixing — such as how it processes customer complaints. Design how it works now, talk to the people who use it, and make it better. This is a process you can learn from before dealing with larger processes.
What are the benefits of business process management?
BPM has many surprise enhancements – right from the box. It saves money by shrinking the amount of time and effort that is wasted, it makes customers happier by providing better service, it allows employees to work better together and it makes it easier to adapt when things change. It also helps companies more easily comply with rules and standards.
Can small businesses use business process management?
Absolutely! Many a time BPM can be more successful in small companies than in large ones. It’s like you have a clear recipe book for your business – it allows you to grow without the chaos, makes training new staff easy and helps you do more with less. Nowadays, BPM software is affordable, user-friendly and uniquely suitable for small teams.
How does business process management handle change?
BPMs are designed to embody this change — to bend like a tree in the wind, but without breaking. It allows companies to spot when change is needed, to test new ideas safely and to roll out improvements more smoothly. This allows them to remain competitive and respond to new market requirements and customer needs more easily.
