WHAT IS A PROCESS MAP Illustration of the

WHAT IS A PROCESS MAP? Illustration of the sequence of activities, inputs and outputs to the activities, and relationship across multiple functions, or roles that perform the activities Also known as: Swim-lane Diagram Cross-Functional Process Map Workflow Diagram

EXAMPLE

EXAMPLE

Step 1: Name the Process § Name is typically in a verb-noun format § Examples: • Fulfill Order • Search for Products

Identify a Clear Start and End § The process starts when ____? § The process ends when ____? § Each activity also “starts when" and "ends when” • Name the output produced by the activity "ends when output produced”

Step 2: Identify Roles § Identify the entities that perform a role in the process Each role has its own swim lane

Step 3: Identify Activities § Identify activities performed by each role § Activities are typically in verb-noun format because they describe actions Typically a verb-noun format, for example, Submit Order

Step 4: Label the Transfers § Add text labels on the transfer arrows to describe inputs/outputs of the activities Typically a noun that names “What” is transferred between activities. The “transfer arrow” in the example (left) is the output from Activity 1, and also the input to Activity 2. The arrowhead depicts the direction of flow, and shows the order or sequence that the activities are performed.

Identify Branches in the Flow § Use a Decision Diamond symbol to identify decision points, or events that cause the flow to branch or split