If one thing catches the eye in almost all literature about (re)designing or(re)engineering of enterprises, it is the lack of a well-founded theory abouttheir construction and operation. Often even the most basic notions like"action" or "process" are not precisely defined. Next, inorder to master the diversity and the complexity of contemporary enterprises,theories are needed that separate the stable essence of an enterprise from thevariable way in which it is realized and implemented.

Such a theory and a matching methodology, which has passed the test ofpractical experience, constitute the contents of this book. The enterpriseontology, as developed by Dietz, is the starting point for profoundlyunderstanding the organization of an enterprise and subsequently for analyzing,(re)designing, and (re)engineering it. The approach covers numerous issues in anintegrated way: business processes, in- and outsourcing, information systems,management control, staffing etc.

Researchers and students in enterprise engineering or related fields willdiscover in this book a revolutionary new way of thinking about business andorganization. In addition, it provides managers, business analysts, andenterprise information system designers for the first time with a solid andintegrated insight into their daily work.

Key Features

• Business Process Management
• Enterprise Architecture
• Enterprise Engineering
• Enterprise Planning
• Ontologies

Author Bio(s)

Author: Dietz, Jan L.G.