Process modelling ≠ execution tracking

In business process management, it’s easy to assume that designing a workflow is enough. You map out responsibilities, decision points, and expected outcomes – so everything should run smoothly, right? But processes don’t live in a vacuum. The real challenge begins once they’re put into action. Are they actually being followed? Are they delivering results? Or are hidden inefficiencies slowing your business down?

The role of process modelling

Think of process modelling as the master plan. It defines workflows, roles, and responsibilities before anything gets off the ground. A clear blueprint aligns teams, eliminates ambiguity, and creates consistency. Way’s drag-and-drop interface makes it easy to build structured, flexible process models that support governance and collaboration.

But even the best-designed processes don’t always play out as expected. Without execution tracking, inefficiencies can creep in unnoticed, and improvements may never take shape.

Enter… process execution tracking

Many organisations assume that once a process is designed, employees will follow it consistently. But reality is messier. People take shortcuts, unexpected delays occur, and real-world execution often looks different from the original plan. In order to improve efficiency, accuracy, and compliance, Way offers a way to track process execution and make sure that processes are run as expected.

Tracking process execution provides insight into how workflows actually perform. Way enables both manual and API-driven execution logging by means of “runs”, helping your company capture real-time data on process performance. By analysing execution times, bottlenecks, and deviations, organisations can fine-tune workflows for greater efficiency.

Runs have even more benefits:

• See exactly how processes unfold in real time.
• Identify delays and inefficiencies before they become major issues.
• Use data-driven insights to refine workflows.
• Improve accountability by tracking responsibilities.

Your organisation needs both!

A solid process model provides structure, but runs ensure that this structure translates into real-world efficiency. Without execution data, businesses risk sticking to outdated or ineffective processes without realising their shortcomings. On the flip side, execution without a structured model can lead to inconsistency and inefficiency.

Find your Way forward

Unlike traditional BPM tools such as Bizagi and SAP Signavio, Way offers a canvas-based, freeform modelling experience without sacrificing structure and data integrity. While it’s not a process orchestrator like Camunda, Appian, or Power Automate, it excels in managing processes from design to execution tracking and risk management.

If your organisation is looking to bridge the gap between structured process design and real-time execution insights, Way delivers the best of both worlds. By integrating process modelling and execution, businesses can stay efficient, compliant, and adaptable in an ever-changing environment.