Correct way to represent a while loop with one task in BPMN?

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Which is the correct~er way in BPMN to represent a simple while loop that redirects to one task only?

Yes, i'm agree with Antonie. The upper model is preferable. – Suncatcher Apr 08 '17 at 11:33 — Suncatcher, Apr 08 '17 at 11:33

score 8 · Accepted Answer · answered Apr 05 '17 at 16:27

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I would say that using the loop activity is the better option as it helps keep the process model tidy.

Also be careful when creating loop in a process as usually task definition change between the first iteration and the second. e.g. first iteration is creation of a file, second will actually be an edition of the file: two different actions (create and edit) should not be in a single task definition.

answered Apr 05 '17 at 16:27

Antoine Mottier

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Thank you, my thoughts the same, just needed confirmation. – GTMeteor Apr 10 '17 at 11:52

score 3 · Answer 2 · answered Sep 24 '18 at 19:31

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Normally, the BPMN represents activities marching through time in a linear fashion similar to a Value Stream Map. To create a backward loop would disrupt the timeline.

answered Sep 24 '18 at 19:31

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Correct way to represent a while loop with one task in BPMN?

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