Resource parameters define the resources required to support activities in the process, the quantity of those resources, and how resources are produced or consumed during execution.
Resource quantity refers to how many resources are needed to complete the tasks in the process. This can include the number of employees, pieces of equipment, or units of material required at each step. By adjusting resource quantities, you can simulate different resource allocation scenarios and assess the impact of resource availability on process efficiency.
| Attribute | Description |
|---|---|
| Quantity | Positive whole number including 0. |
Required resource refers to the resources needed to complete each task. These can include personnel, equipment, or materials. Resource requirements can be set based on the type and quantity of resources needed, allowing you to model how resource availability or constraints impact the task’s execution. By adjusting these parameters, you can simulate different resource allocation strategies and identify the optimal setup for efficient task completion.
| Attribute | Description |
|---|---|
| Quantity | Positive whole number including 0. |
Produced resources represent resources that are generated or replenished by a task during execution. Each time the task runs, the specified number of resource units is added to the available quantity. This allows you to model processes where resource availability increases over time, such as manufacturing output, document creation, or item production.
There is no predefined maximum for produced resources. The available quantity continues to increase with each task execution.
| Attribute | Description |
|---|---|
| Quantity | Positive whole number including 0. |
Consumed resources represent resources that are used or depleted by a task during execution. Each time the task runs, the specified number of resource units is subtracted from the available quantity. This allows simulation of processes where materials, capacity, or inventory are reduced as work progresses.
Tasks cannot consume more resources than are currently available. If insufficient resources exist, the task waits until enough become available before proceeding. Once availability reaches zero, no further resources can be consumed.
| Attribute | Description |
|---|---|
| Quantity | Positive whole number including 0. |