EasyRpl: A web-based tool for modelling and analysis of cross-organisational workflows

TL;DR

EasyRpl is a web-based platform that helps coordinate, simulate, and analyze complex cross-organisational workflows to improve efficiency and resource management.

Contribution

It introduces a comprehensive suite of tools for visualising, analyzing, and optimizing cross-organisational workflows, addressing limitations of existing tools.

Findings

Effective visualization of workflow impacts

Identification of resource bottlenecks

Estimation of workflow execution times

Abstract

Cross-organisational workflows involve multiple concurrent, collaborative workflows across different departments or organisations, necessitating effective coordination due to their interdependent nature and shared resource requirements. The complexity of designing and managing these workflows stems from the need for comprehensive domain knowledge and a unified understanding of task dependencies and resource allocation. Existing tools often fall short in facilitating effective cross-organisational collaboration and resource sharing. This paper introduces EasyRpl, a user-friendly web-based tool suite designed to manage cross-organisational workflows. EasyRpl consists of a simulator for visualising the impact of workflow changes, a peak resource analysis tool for identifying potential resource bottlenecks, and a time analysis tool for estimating execution time. These tools assist planners with detailed insights to optimise workflow efficiency and minimise disruptions, enhancing the management of complex, interdependent workflows.