E-Portfolio Workflow Modelling

Question: Discuss about the E-Portfoliofor Workflow Modelling. Answer: Introduction Workflow modelling is a managerial process that is used in describing and documenting how the work process needs to be carried out. This also enables one find opportunities and areas that one will need in improving the workflow(unkown, 1997). This e-portfolio discusses the As-is workflow model with reference to the following areas. Dealing with Resistance to as-is Modelling Firstly one needs to understand the model so that they are able to specifically identify reasons behind the way it behaves as an analyst. In this regard, one will first of all separate the good parts of the model from the bad ones. This is the only way one will determine whether to improve, eliminate or replace the model. By separating the good and the bad side of the model, it also becomes easy to focus on the facts and not theories(Georgakopoulos, et al., 1995). These are the only ones which will determine whether improvement of the resistance is possible. During the process, it is important to remember to capture the most important information that can be used to improve the model, however this should not be done as part of modelling. Always remember to ask if the team is in agreement. Participation As part of participation, one needs to include all the team members in the model. All the departments should be included and discussion should touch on everyone. After this it will be important as an analysis to assign roles as they are the ones who will contribute to the input of the model. It is important to identify those in need of the training for the model(Kushinka, 2011). Also allow them to understand current tasks and know whether they should be carried out as part of the new process or whether they need to be changed. By doing this it will be possible to understand whether they accept the current process or if they are not identified. Emerging Issues Some of the most common issues that seem to always crop up include; Time line, resources, training, manpower, duties and responsibilities. The above issues are the most common. However the modelling strategy should also be looked at in every way, since without a good strategy model the whole process will fail, and if it goes to the end it may not bring about the desired results. During the assembling of the team, there will always be conflict especially when it comes to culture and gender. It is always good in this situation to ensure diversity all the time(Kushinka, 2011). As-Is workflow process Diagram References Georgakopoulos, D., Hornick, M. Sheth, A., 1995. An Overview of Workflow Management: From Process Modeling to Workflow Automation Infrastructure. Distributed and Parallel Databases, vol. 3, pp., Volume 3, pp. 119-153. Kushinka, S., 2011. Workflow Analysis: EHR Deployment Techniques. California Healthcare Foundation , p. 7. unkown, 1997. Center for Technology in Government. In: An Introduction to Workflow Management Systems, Developing Practical Approaches to Electronic Records Management and Preservation. SUNY: University at Albany, pp. 1-18.