Conformance Checking: Relating Processes and Models

This book provides an overview of conformance checking, which is the comparison of modelled and recorded behaviour of a process. It is divided into three parts: an overview of the essential concepts, algorithms for conformance checking, and applications for interpreting results. It is intended for students specialising in business process management, researchers, and advanced professionals.

Format: Hardback
Length: 270 pages
Publication date: 24 November 2018
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

This comprehensive book delves into the realm of conformance checking, providing a thorough introduction to this field and elucidating the fundamental relationship between modeled and recorded behavior. Conformance checking involves the comparison and analysis of observed instances of a process in the presence of a model, irrespective of its origin. Its primary objective is to offer an intuitive understanding of the essential techniques and methods within this domain, accompanied by precise formalizations of its underlying principles.

The book is structured into three parts, each designed to explore different perspectives of conformance checking. Part I serves as a comprehensive yet accessible overview of the essential concepts employed to interrelate modeled and recorded behavior. It serves as a valuable resource for assessing the potential applications of conformance checking in various domains.

Part II delves into the intricacies of algorithms for conformance checking, presenting detailed insights into the most commonly used formal notions and their instantiations for specific analysis questions. This section offers practical guidance for implementing conformance checking techniques effectively.

Part III highlights the practical applications of conformance checking, emphasizing how it can be used to enhance and repair process models. By interpreting the outcomes of conformance checking and incorporating them through enhancement and repair techniques, this part provides a crucial step toward increasing the value and effectiveness of process models.

This book primarily targets students specializing in business process management, researchers embarking on their journey into process mining and conformance checking, and advanced professionals involved in process evaluation and improvement. Its comprehensive coverage and practical insights make it an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of conformance checking and its applications in the real world.

Weight: 590g
Dimension: 164 x 242 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783319994130
Edition number: 1st ed. 2018