Process Flows, Wireframes & Diagrams
As-is and to-be processes, flowcharts, swimlane diagrams, data flow diagrams, sequence diagrams, wireframes, Visio, and Figma basics.
Overview
Visual modeling is how BAs make work visible. This module covers process diagrams, system diagrams, and wireframes that align stakeholders before design and build.
Key Concepts
Flowcharts
Linear process visualization for clarity and review.
Swimlane diagrams
Cross-actor process flows that expose handoffs and gaps.
As-is process
Current-state mapping grounded in observed behavior.
To-be process
Future-state design that the solution will enable.
Data flow diagrams
How data moves between systems and stores.
Sequence diagrams
Time-ordered interaction between actors and systems.
Wireframes
Low-fidelity layouts to align stakeholders before design and build.
Visio & Figma basics
Tooling fluency for diagrams and lightweight UX artifacts.
Topics covered
Practical Application
Clear diagrams shorten stakeholder reviews, surface integration gaps early, and reduce rework downstream in design and build.
Templates & Examples
Swimlane Template
Coming soon
DFD Template
Coming soon
Sequence Diagram Template
Coming soon
Wireframe Starter Kit
Coming soon
Interview Prep
Walk me through how you'd diagram a complex cross-team process.
When do you choose a swimlane vs a flowchart?
How do wireframes change the conversation in a requirements review?
My Notes / Learning Updates
This section is intentionally designed as a living notes area where I can continue adding concepts, examples, lessons learned, and practical observations as I grow in Business Analysis, Product Management, Agile delivery, AI, and technical BA work.
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