CPS Process Mapping & Modeling Flashcards
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Which element in a process map is used to indicate that a process step is performed by an external entity outside the organization?
Answer: A collapsed pool or separate pool representing the external participant
In BPMN, external entities are represented as separate collapsed pools, with message flows (dashed arrows) connecting them to the internal process pool.
What is the main purpose of adding data objects to a process model?
Answer: To show what information or documents are created, used, or transformed by process activities
Data objects in a process model represent documents, forms, or data that flow through activities, clarifying what information each step requires or produces.
In process modeling, a 'black box' subprocess is best described as:
Answer: A collapsed sub-process whose internal steps are hidden but can be expanded for detail
A black box (collapsed) sub-process hides internal details in the overview diagram but can be expanded in a separate diagram to show its full step-by-step flow.
Which mapping approach is best suited for identifying cycle time and wait time between process steps?
Answer: Time-value map (activity-based timeline)
A time-value map (or timeline process map) adds time data — including processing time and wait time — to each step, making it easy to spot delays and bottlenecks.
What is a process boundary in the context of process documentation?
Answer: The defined start and end points that scope what is included within a given process
Process boundaries define the trigger (start) and the final output (end) that delimit the scope of a process, ensuring all stakeholders agree on what is inside and outside the process.
When conducting a process walkthrough, what is the primary goal of the facilitator?
Answer: To validate the accuracy of the process model by having participants trace through it step by step
A process walkthrough is a structured review session where the facilitator guides participants through the process map to confirm it accurately reflects reality and identify any errors or gaps.