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I've been using process mapping for over a decade now. I've probably been the recipient of more process maps than I've created, as I've had to implement changes that have already been designed by others. I've also had to talk many business users through the intricacies of their redesigned processes, especially if they (wrongly) hadn't been designed by them. The most common scenario for me is where I'm asked to review process maps and assess how easily they could be implemented, bringing together knowledge of people, processes and IT/ICT.  read more »

Client Acceptance is a key issue for me across every sector I work in. A formal acceptance process can mitigate many issues to the point that problems are caught earlier and hence, projects delayed less.  read more »

Background  read more »

Wow, I knew I've been busy on other tasks for a week or so, but I hadn't realised it had been over 4 weeks since my last post. That's the first time I've had a gap of this size since I started out with this site.

Screening  read more »

This is the second part of the list, part 1 is in an earlier article.

21. There's always someone else
The good guys kill the evil overlord and/or dismantle the evil operation. If a sequel is required, then the following are the usual results:  read more »

Introduction

Processes can be broken down into more detailed processes. In this article, I'll take one of the process steps from the previous article and look in more detail about how it connects to the other components of the process.

Some Perspective
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The Short Answer

Everything

The Longer Answer

The longer answer is that every series of actions we perform can be thought of as a process. Understanding those processes will help us improve, even as individuals, whether we're concerned with Music, Audio, Photography, Moviemaking or what have you. I'll discuss each in turn and set the scene for forthcoming articles.

A Basic Process

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In the previous article, I introduced a basic process map consisting of a process start point, a process end point, two process steps and connectors.

It's rare that a process map is a straight line like that simplified process. There are usually options which can take the process down different paths.

In the case of our book-buying process, we may want to ask the customer if they want the book gift-wrapped as part of free promotion.

Decision Points
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Introduction

This is the first article in the Fundamentals of Process Mapping series. In the series, I want to discuss the areas that most process mapping tutorials miss.

In this bite-sized article, I'll introduce the idea of a basic process map.

Let's get some background about process mapping first.

What is a process map?
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In this article, I want to set the scene for the next batch of articles in the series on creativity. I was writing the plans for forthcoming articles and I noticed that they all involved change. They all run along the lines of "try doing x" with the activity being different in every article. On reflection, if you're reading this series, then you may be looking for an idea you haven't thought of before or for a different perspective on on an idea that you're already familiar with.   read more »