ProcessOn is a web-based platform that you can create your own diagrams, similar to other diagramming services,but added more unique features.The most notable one is the diagram designer can be worked on multiple operations systems. There is also business social network on ProcessOn where you can socialize with friends and colleagues,share and search the business resources,all while improving your networking.
In this article I will give a comprehensive introduction of ProcessOn,including the diagram types,some key features as well as the disadvantages from my perspective view.
ProcessOn Diagram Tool
- What types of diagrams can be drawn on ProcessOn?
- Value Chain
- Flowchart
- BPMN Diagram
- Event-driven Process Chain
- ORG Chart
- Venn Diagram
- UML Diagram
- Key features of the tool
Based on HTLM5,PrcessOn changed the traditional way of flash plug-in.You can easily drag and drop different shapes or insert images as you like. In your drawing,the shape autoprompt will help you select your next shape without going back to the toolbox. When you drag an object on the canvas, lines will appear to help you easily align the new shape with existing shapes on the canvas.
2.Collaboration and chat in real time
During your creating, it is easier to invite your co-workers to join the collaboration and chatting with them real time,as I see this feature can be widely used in a virtual meeting for enterprises.
3.Diagram revision history
If you are creating a complex diagrams, you are able to view the history of your documents and revert to previous version through the graphic panel.
4.Import and export easily:compatible with most diagrams types
ProcessOn supports to import with Visio file, Cross-function | Flowchart. Export to PNG, PDF, POS.
If you have a blog or website, ProcessOn also provides you with the diagram code to be embedded in.
5.No registration required
All you need is a browser, you can simply open the designer anywhere anytime to get started as long as internet connected.
There are some other features need to be dig out, feel to post in the comments if you know more.
- Disadvantages of the tool from my perspective view:
1.Limitations of the language:
At present they only support English and Chinese,so it sucks when you can’t understand English. If you change your language set,you can see that there are many diagrams and discussions in Chinese.But for ones who are interested in Chinese,this is a good place to go as there are kinds of Chinese sources,business professionals in different field.
2.Lack of plugins for other platforms:
As it’s web-based, for most users it’ not a big problem. But if you are using other platforms such as JIRA or Confluence,the plugins makes sense.
ProcessOn Network
The business social network of ProcessOn is a vibrant platform that you can easily connect and consult with experts and professionals in you specific field,share and discuss you business views ,expand your business.
ProcessOn Online Library
The online diagram library on ProcessOn provides a bunch of diagrams to help your business, whether you need to find a specific type of diagram or manage a project,you can search and find it on ProcessOn.
Whether you are professional or just a newbie,ProcessOn is a good helper for your work,so go ahead to draw your first diagram,this may be your best career move yet (or at the very least you’ll gain some new friends in your field).
Allen wood,from Beijing, worked as developer in ActionSoft CO.,LTD,freelancer now,keen lover of design and develop.
You can find her via:http://www.processon.com
