Toward an integrated framework for modeling enterprise processes

ABSTRACT

Enterprise process modeling is the most important element in the design of next-generation ERP systems.

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INDEX TERMS

Primary Classification:
  C. Computer Systems Organization
  C.0 GENERAL

Additional Classification:
  D. Software
  D.0 GENERAL

  H. Information Systems
  H.0 GENERAL
  H.4 INFORMATION SYSTEMS APPLICATIONS
      H.4.0 General

  J. Computer Applications
  J.0 GENERAL

  K. Computing Milieux
  K.6 MANAGEMENT OF COMPUTING AND INFORMATION SYSTEMS
      K.6.0 General