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TOP 10 BUSINESS PROCESS MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE


Comparison of the Leading Business Process Management Software

Business Process Management Provides Complete Visibility of Workflows


In todays competitive marketplace, a company is only as successful as its processes. Businesses rely on simplified, efficient workflows to maintain a competitive edge, yet face challenges as increasingly complex processes and convoluted decision-making procedures impede efficiency. Business process management (BPM) software helps an organization attain complete visibility of workflows and operational pipelines by collecting and organizing company data into valuable, actionable reports. BPM enables you to glean insight from everyday business processes and adjust operating procedures accordingly, increasing productivity levels and reducing operating costs. A business process management solution will prove invaluable for mid- to enterprise-sized companies lacking consistent, cost-efficient business processes. Opt for a full-featured BPM suite with inclusive analysis and reporting tools, extended automation functionality, test and simulation features and flexible deployment options. Selecting a BPM solution demands careful consideration, because the software you choose will require extensive time to implement and significantly impact your business model and budget. We recommend you look for a provider with development experience, technical ability, support capabilities, sufficient technical resources and reliable references. Begin your search for a BPM solution by browsing our exclusive report on the Top 10 Business Process Management Software.

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Top 10 Business Process Management Software Comparison


IBM Business Process Manager TIBCO ActiveMatrix BPM Oracle BPM Suite 11g SAP NetWeaver BPM Comindware Tracker

www.ibm.com

www.tibco.com

www.oracle.com

www54.sap.com

www.comindware.com

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Select Customers PepsiCo, NFL, Memphis Police Department, State of Alaska, Shiseido Co. Ltd Technology Model IBM Business Process Manager is available as an on-premise solution

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Select Customers Delta Air Lines, FedEx, RNLI, Southwest, Smart & Final Technology Model TIBCO ActiveMatrix BPM is available as an onpremise solution

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Select Customers Mighty River Power, University of Melbourne, San Joaquin County Technology Model Oracle BPM Suite 11g is available as a SaaS solution

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Select Customers Bank of America, eBay, PUMA AG, RS Components, Asian Paints Technology Model SAP NetWeaver BPM is available as an on-premise solution

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Select Customers Not available Technology Model Comindware Tracker is available as both an onpremise and SaaS solution

Key Features Comprehensive business process management platform Real-time visibility through analytics Utilize insight gleaned from analytics to improve customer interactions Federated view for managing work items and responding to events Real-time collaboration via the redesigned Process Portal Custom, user-defined coach controls and sections Program-wide governance Facilitates management of process deployments Reduce costs by leveraging the Bring Your Own License option BPM mobile capability

Key Features Powerful, easy-to-use tools for process and workforce management Supports stateful business processes and stateless page flow processes Intelligent work and resource management SOA-ready Visual analytics available through an interactive dashboard Built-in support for workflow patterns Easily leverage enterprise data Self-service access Create tactical applications such as forms and surveys in minutes Eliminate inefficient ad hoc practices TIBCO BPM line of products also includes TIBCO Business Studio for process modeling BPM in the Cloud available

Key Features Complete and integrated BPM system for optimizing and managing enterprisewide operations Business managers can create and customize business processes Optimize process design before deployment Leverage user-friendly web form designer to build process UI Easily define and alter business rules and policies Process workspace and monitoring dashboards Monitor processes in real time Collaborate with other process participants Social tools enable group decision management Unified WYSIWYE (What You See Is What You Execute) model

Key Features Quickly develop and deploy custom process applications Exchange data between SAP and non-SAP applications Automate decisions Foster collaboration for process modeling, design and development Streamline end-to-end process modeling Leverage SOA and reusable services to improve efficiency Intuitive mobile accessibility enables business on the go Predefined integration scenarios Compose, execute and maintain enterprise-wide business rules Deploy rules with speed and reliability Web-based collaborative environment and familiar tools

Key Features Gain real-time control and visibility over business processes Delivers all the benefits of traditional BPMS with faster implementation and easier setup Built on patented ElasticData technology for maximum flexibility Cross-functional prebuilt and customizable solutions Adaptive business process management More easily manage tasks Intuitive MS Outlookstyle interface Clarify tasks and priorities Simplify project execution by grouping tasks Task collaboration Track task progress and discussions Manage unlimited hierarchy of sub-tasks Mobile accessible

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Top 10 Business Process Management Software Comparison


EMC Documentum xCP Microsoft BizTalk Server Appian BPM Suite Infor CPM Pegasystems BPM

www.emc.com

www.microsoft.com

www.appian.com

www.infor.com

www.pega.com

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Select Customers Generali Hellas, CNAMTS, Univ-VGZ-IZA-Trias group (UVIT) Technology Model EMC Documentum xCP is available as an on-premise solution

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Select Customers Allscripts, Thomson Reuters, Columbia Sportswear, Schuuring Technology Model Microsoft BizTalk Server is available as an on-premise solution

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Select Customers Amazon, Enterprise RentA-Car, Bank of Tennessee, New Media Group, MLB Technology Model Appian BPM Suite is avaliable as an onpremise, SaaS and hybrid solution

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Select Customers Chicago Tube & Iron, Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Baker & Taylor Technology Model Infor CPM is available as both an on-premise and SaaS solution

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Select Customers American Express, Cox Communications, AIG, Bank of America, CISCO Technology Model Pegasystems BPM is available as an onpremise, SaaS and hybrid solution

Key Features Comprehensive composition platform Rapidly build and deploy case-based applications up to 50% faster Deliver applications at a lower TCO and with less resources Flexible development platform for automating complex, informationintensive processes Increase productivity and reduce cycle times for high-volume processes Harness information from any source to provide real-time visbility, content analytics and insight Simple, scalable technology Collaborative case management Customizable case management user interface Supports iPad

Key Features Messaging: simplifies interoperability and reduces risk from application dependencies Adapter pack: intuitive and flexible interface supports APIs Host Integration Server: easy host connectivity with rapid deployment Orchestration designer Business rules engine: central repository for managing business rules B2B integration enables automated electronic transactions with trading partners Support for specific industry protocols Business activity monitoring BizTalk RFIDL real-time visibility into physical assets Powerful, flexible processing and deployment options

Key Features Simple web-based modeling tool BPMN and SOA methodologies Delegate and manage workflows Drag-and-drop app quickly creates interactive web forms Single social activity stream for real-time updates Access key data and reports from all major mobile platforms Intelligent analytics Navigate and analyze recorded data from enterprise-wide business processes Social profiles promote a culture of collaboration Collaborate openly or privately with users, groups, followers and more Case and content management Build repository of reusable business rules

Key Features Streamline planning, budgeting and forecasting business processes Strategic Management: intuitive visual reporting methods enable enterprise-wide visibility Planning and Budgeting: build and compare what if scenarios Forecasting: create statistically accurate forecasts to manage performance Financial Consolidation: improve financial transparency and automate data loading Financial Reporting: simplify the generation, formatting and distribution of financial statements and management reports Pre-built integrations and reports Incorporate Infor BI modules for increased performance monitoring

Key Features Comprehensive BPM suite that captures, automates and improves business procedures Eliminate operational silos and build end-toend process efficiency Intelligent analytics and business rules Automate complex processes with dynamic management of exceptions Adapt in real time Comprehensive activity monitoring and reporting Real-time visibility into strategic initiatives Simple, powerful visuals and models to help develop business strategies Flexible deployment methods Pega Process Extender for Salesforce.com enhances SFDC apps with enterprise-scale BPM

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