Fluxing between conceptual models - An experiment from e3value to BPMN

Isaac da Silva Torres*, Marcelo Fantinato, Jaap Gordijn

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Abstract

In the context of modern interconnected organizations seeking coordination and trustable solutions in enterprise systems, conceptual modeling plays a pivotal role. This paper explores the application of conceptual modeling to enhance the integration of principles and practices required for successful enterprise system development in the domain of Digital Business Ecosystems and Blockchain technology. Specifically, it focuses on addressing challenges related to supporting the redesign of a Digital Business Ecosystem that has blockchain or any other type of Digital Platforms. Conceptual modeling provides a multifaceted perspective for dissecting and understanding digital business ecosystems, enabling the exploration of diverse strategies during inception and management phases. In the face of substantial shifts within the blockchain-based business ecosystem, this study emphasizes the need for reevaluating two key conceptual modeling angles: (1) assessing business value through an e3value model, and (2) examining business processes using a BPMN model. To streamline the elicitation process, we used a case study in which we use an existing business value model to derive a process model effectively. The primary objective of this research is to validate a set of guidelines for translating an e3value model into a BPMN process model. To achieve this, a controlled experiment involving students well-versed in both conceptual modeling languages will be conducted. The quality of models generated using the proposed guidelines will be assessed by domain experts, focusing on factors such as validity and comprehensiveness. Additionally, an analysis of the experimental outcomes will be undertaken to identify limitations and inform future research endeavors.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationPoEM & EDEWC – Companion 2023 BES, DTE, FACETE, Tools and Demos, Forum, EDEN Doctoral Consortium
Subtitle of host publicationCompanion Proceedings of the 16th IFIP WG 8.1 Working Conference on the Practice of Enterprise Modeling and the 13th Enterprise Design and Engineering Working Conference: BES, DTE, FACETE, Tools & Demos, Forum, EDEN Doctoral Consortium co-located with PoEM 2023 Vienna, Austria, November 28 - December 01, 2023
EditorsTiago Prince Sales, David Aveiro, Monika M. Mandelburger, Henderik Proper, Agnes Koschmider
PublisherCEUR-WS.org
Pages1-12
Number of pages12
Publication statusPublished - 2023
Event16th IFIP WG 8.1 Working Conference on the Practice of Enterprise Modeling, EDEWC 2023 - Vienna, Austria
Duration: 28 Nov 20231 Dec 2023

Publication series

NameCEUR Workshop Proceedings
PublisherCEUR
Volume3645
ISSN (Print)1613-0073

Conference

Conference16th IFIP WG 8.1 Working Conference on the Practice of Enterprise Modeling, EDEWC 2023
Country/TerritoryAustria
CityVienna
Period28/11/231/12/23

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Keywords

  • BPMN
  • Digital Business Ecosystems
  • evalue model

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