DMN and BPMN 2.0 cheat sheet
When you're mid-modeling and can't remember whether a gateway should be exclusive or parallel or whether a particular DMN element fits your decision logic, a reliable reference saves real time.
This DMN and BPMN 2.0 cheat sheet puts the most-used BPMN elements in one place, covering what they mean, how they're drawn and when to use them.
The cheat sheet includes:
- All core BPMN 2.0 elements: flow objects, connecting objects, swimlanes, and artifacts
- Key DMN elements for decision modeling, including decision tables and input/output clauses
- Practical usage notes to help you choose the right element every time
- A real-world example showing how a BPMN 2.0 process and a DMN 1.3 decision requirement diagram connect in practice
- A clean, printable layout designed to sit beside you while you work.
More than a reference list
This DMN and BPMN 2.0 cheat sheet works both as a quick memory refresher and as a practical BPMN guide for keeping your process models correct and consistent. Rather than simply listing elements, it gives you enough context to apply them correctly. This helps you avoid the common mistakes that make models unclear or non-compliant with the standard.
Who is this cheat sheet for
Whether you are new to BPMN notation or an experienced modeler who occasionally needs support, this cheat sheet is designed to be immediately useful. It is particularly valuable during modeling sessions, team reviews, or when onboarding colleagues to BPMN and DMN for the first time.
Designed to use your way
Save your DMN and BPMN 2.0 cheat sheet pdf-style on your device or print it out: it's formatted to work either way. You can keep it open in a tab, pin it to your desktop, or post it near your workstation. The goal is to reduce the time you spend looking things up and increase the time you spend modeling accurately.
Download the cheat sheet
Don’t dwell over your notation choices. Download your free DMN and BPMN 2.0 cheat sheet now and keep the elements you need within reach.