Generator of systems for business processes based on BPM (Business Process Management)

• Grant number: 03/13314-1
• Support Opportunities: Research Grants - Innovative Research in Small Business - PIPE
• Start date: October 01, 2004
• End date: October 31, 2005
• Field of knowledge: Physical Sciences and Mathematics - Computer Science - Computer Systems
• Principal Investigator: Fernando Antônio Vanini
• Grantee: Fernando Antônio Vanini
• Company: Klais Soluções Consultoria e Desenvolvimento Ltda
• City: Campinas

Abstract

The first objective of this project is to develop a platform for the automation of company processes based on the rules of business. The idea is that, even without software knowledge, a person may be able to create an internet-based system that will allow the users who carry out activities involved to interact in a differentiated manner, according to their roles in the workflow. The systems generated are based on Java and can be used on multiple platforms, including those based on freeware. Another objective is to offer a friendly interface, based on international standards defined by the Business Process Management Initiative (BPMI) for the description of company processes. In this way, the companies will be able to document them and redesign them easily, guaranteeing that the information technology tool keeps pace with the dynamic of the company processes and brings effective and long-lasting benefits to its management. The development of this product is based on a workflow administrator created by the company and now in commercial use. The new administrator, being based on open and already consolidated technology, should have a lower cost, which will place it within reach of smaller sized companies, giving them access to management concepts through processes which represent an effective way of gaining and retaining competitive advantage. (AU)