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Attributes are similar to programming variables and can communicate data (information) and manage the flow of transactions through a process. For example, attributes can set the duration of an activity based on the specifics of a transaction, control the flow of specific transactions through a decision output, or set global controls that can affect multiple transactions or activities.
Attributes have these characteristics:
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Type |
Description |
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Location |
Defines the scope of the attribute’s value. |
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Type |
The range of values that the attribute can assume; similar to a programming variable’s data type. |
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Value |
Must be within the range of its type. Based on attribute values you can affect many aspects of the model including the flow of transactions through your model. |
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Name |
Uniquely identifies the attribute within its location. |
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