Comparing and aligning process representations

Having access to the right information on business processes is crucial to the proper and efficient execution of all sorts of activities, such as the assessment of mortgage applications, manufacturing of goods, as well as the treatment of patients. A major challenge here is that information related to a single process is often spread out over various models, documents, and systems. This fragmentation can have disastrous consequences for an organizations operations. It can, for example, lead to delays, wastes of money, and even violations of rules and laws. The work presented in this thesis tackles these problems with algorithms that can automatically compare process information stemming from various sources. These techniques, among others, enable the detection of contradictions between the sources and improve the ability of organizations to monitor their compliance to rules and regulations.