BPMN File Extension

What is BPMN file?

Files with .BPMN extension store templates for ActiveModeler Avantage in BPMN format - Business Process Modeling Notation or Business Process Model and Notation. This format is used to describe business processes used by KAISHA-Tec software. It allows visualization of most important business data, as well as modeling and analysis. The output data is in BPD format.

What kind of data can BPMN files hold?

Elements in BPMN files can be grouped into logical parts, that is:

• objects related to data flow - events, actions, gates - decision points,
• object associations - flows of sequences, information, links,
• so called basins or tracks - process actors and their roles,
• artifacts - annotations, groupings.

BPMN files can be used to model almost all types of business processes.

Usage of BPMN files - Avantage Template

BPMN templates have various usages in business processing. They are used by consultants, managers, designers, auditors or workers and end users. BPMN files are used as a base for generating BPD charts. BPMN 2.0 standard, developed in 2011, is supported by many business modeling software applications, which allow importing from and exporting project data to BPMN format.

Programs which support BPMN file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support BPMN files. BPMN files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Updated: 04/21/2023

How to open file with BPMN extension?

Problems with accessing BPMN may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with BPMN files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with BPMN files.

Step 1. Download and install Avantage

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports BPMN files installed on the system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Avantage and install it on your device. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download Avantage installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of Avantage and update if needed

You still cannot access BPMN files although Avantage is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why BPMN files are not compatible with Avantage. The latest version of Avantage should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open BPMN files to Avantage

If you have the latest version of Avantage installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage BPMN on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the BPMN with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Avantage is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open BPMN files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected BPMN file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with BPMN extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the BPMN is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the BPMN file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the BPMN file for viruses or malware

If the BPMN is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. BPMN file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If you obtained the problematic BPMN file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. If the BPMN file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Avantage

If the systems has insufficient resources to open BPMN files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Avantage Template files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with BPMN files affecting older versions of given software.

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