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Flowable

by Flowable · Since 2010
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ActiveAvailable globallyCloudOn-premiseFree tier
Quick facts
VendorFlowable
Year launched2010
StatusActive
LocationBern Weltpoststrasse 5 CH-3015 Bern
Countries servedGlobal
Languages2
Integrations1+
Free tierYES
Free trialN/A
Contact salesN/A

About Flowable

Flowable is a business process management (BPM) software/platform from Flowable that supports process automation and workflow management. It combines model-driven development, process execution, and case management so organizations can manage and improve their business processes. Flowable provides tools for creating process and decision models using BPMN and DMN standards. It also supports a variety of deployment options, including cloud and on-premises environments. Key capabilities: process modeling workflow automation case management decision management integration support Best for: enterprises and organizations that need to automate their business processes and manage workflows efficiently.

Flowable stands out as a modern and versatile Intelligent Business Process Management Suite (iBPMS), designed to streamline and automate complex business processes while empowering organizations to manage cases effectively and make data-driven decisions. As an open-source platform, Flowable combines a powerful, flexible architecture with a focus on process orchestration, case management, and the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance workflow automation. This combination of features makes Flowable a compelling option for businesses looking to drive operational efficiency, automate routine tasks, and integrate seamlessly with other systems. The platform’s primary strength lies in its ability to handle end-to-end process orchestration. Flowable enables businesses to design, execute, and manage long-running processes that involve human tasks, system integrations, and decision points. This allows organizations to automate complex workflows that span across multiple departments, reducing bottlenecks and improving overall process efficiency. The platform also includes robust case management tools that provide users with the ability to track cases through their lifecycle.

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • User-Friendly: Easy to use and allows quick modeling for business end users, enabling short feedback loops.
  • Case Modeling and Process Management: Excellent for case modeling and process management, assigning jobs, and managing and monitoring processes parametrically.
  • Low Code Requirement: Easy to model without needing much code development.
  • BPMN Framework: The best framework for the BPMN needs of software, with a great UI and an extendable framework for customization.
Cons
  • Bugs: Occasional bugs that, while not critical, can cause some headaches.
  • Open Forum Support: Sometimes difficult to find solutions to issues on the open forum.
  • Multiple Instances: If more than one Flowable instance is used, the process or job might fail if the wrong instance gets it.
  • Cluster Systems Limitation: Not strong for cluster systems with one database due to periodic SQL queries from the database.

Features

Key features

Business Process Automation (BPA)

Core functionality for automating business processes.

Case Management

Manages and tracks cases through their lifecycle.

Process Orchestration

Orchestrates complex processes involving various systems and actors.

Low-Code Development

Enables rapid application development with minimal coding.

Open Source & Open Standards

Provides flexibility and avoids vendor lock-in.

Integrations & Connectors

Connects with various systems and applications.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Incorporates AI capabilities for enhanced automation and operations.

Business Orchestration & Automation (BOAT)

Orchestrates and automates complex business operations.

Hyperautomation

Enables advanced automation across the enterprise.

Additional features

Business Process Automation (BPA)

Core functionality for automating business processes.

Case Management

Manages and tracks cases through their lifecycle.

Process Orchestration

Orchestrates complex processes involving various systems and actors.

Low-Code Development

Enables rapid application development with minimal coding.

Open Source & Open Standards

Provides flexibility and avoids vendor lock-in.

Integrations & Connectors

Connects with various systems and applications.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Incorporates AI capabilities for enhanced automation and operations.

Business Orchestration & Automation (BOAT)

Orchestrates and automates complex business operations.

Hyperautomation

Enables advanced automation across the enterprise.

Case Management

Manages and tracks cases.

Process Orchestration

Orchestrates complex processes.

Low-Code Development

Enables rapid development with minimal coding.

Open Source

Open-source technology.

Open Standards

Based on open standards.

Open Architecture

Allows easy integration into existing IT landscapes.

Integrations & Connectors

Connects with various systems.

Pricing

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Countries & Languages

Global
Countries served
2
Interface languages
1
Billing currencies

Interface languages

EnglishDutch

Billing currencies

🇺🇸USD

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