„Workflow Engine“ – Versionsunterschied

A workflow engine is a software application that manages and executes modeled computer processes. It is a key component in workflow technology and typically makes use of a database server.

A workflow engine interprets events, such as documents submitted to a server or due dates expiring, and acts on them according to defined computer processes. The actions may be anything from saving the document in a document management system to issuing new work by sending an e-mail to users or escalating overdue work items to management. A workflow engine facilitates the flow of information, tasks, and events. Workflow engines may also be referred to as a Workflow Orchestration Engines.

List of workflow engines:

• Bonita Open Source
• Apache ODE
• APIM BPM/Workflow
• CSRBusiness
• FlowMind - Multi platform WorkFlow Engine - integrated with the Leonardi Framework
• jBPM
• Microsoft Windows Workflow Foundation
• OpenWFE
• OS Workflow
• WebSPOC
• Web and Flo / Kontinuum Workflow Software Suite
• NexFlow - integrated with the nexPro/Geeklog Framework