The development of the process protocol mapping methodology and tool

Abstract

The Generic Design and Construction Process Protocol (GDCPP) was created by the University of Salford in 1998. It is a high-level process map that aimed to provide a framework to help companies achieve an improved design and construction process. Furthermore, industry interest and acceptance led to further research to develop the sub process map and specify IT support. During the research, the Process Protocol mapping methodology has been developed and an IT tool, Process Protocol map creation tool, supporting this methodology is also under development. This paper describes the development of the mapping methodology and the IT tool.

Keywords: Process Mapping, Process Protocol, Process Modelling, IT tool