An architecture designed for all stakeholders
With Boldo, teams can consult the same assets and reuse their data across several visualizations. Readers explore the shared content, while editors contribute according to their roles and access domains.
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Bizagi Modeler and Boldo address different scopes. Compare their approaches to process modeling, collaboration and the architecture repository.
Bizagi Modeler and Boldo: two scopes to compare
Bizagi Modeler
Description
Bizagi Modeler is a process modeling tool based on BPMN. Its free desktop application lets you model, document, simulate and publish processes. The Enterprise services add, among other things, a cloud repository, roles and collaboration features. Automation is not executed by Modeler itself: a model can be exported to Bizagi Studio, then executed in Automation Services.
Boldo covers a different need: connecting processes, applications, data and other objects in a customizable architecture repository. The choice therefore depends on the scope you are after: specialized BPMN modeling with Bizagi Modeler, or cross-functional mapping built on a configurable metamodel with Boldo.
Key Features
BPMN modeling and documentation
Simulation and what-if scenarios
Word, PDF, Excel, web and SharePoint exports
Collaborative process library in the Enterprise offering
Pros
Modeling compliant with the BPMN notation
Free desktop application with simulation
Possible move to Bizagi Studio for automation
Cons
Scope centered on processes rather than a general-purpose EA repository
Desktop application not natively supported on macOS
Simultaneous editing of the same diagram not supported
Expand your vision beyond processes
Boldo · Aperçu produit
Bizagi presents Modeler as a tool to design, document, simulate and publish BPMN processes. Its documentation also states that Modeler alone does not support integration with systems; those capabilities belong to the Bizagi platform.
Boldo lets you define several types of objects and relationships in a customizable metamodel. It fits when the need is to connect processes to other elements of the information system within a single repository, rather than only producing BPMN models.
Compare collaboration modes precisely
Bizagi Modeler's Enterprise offering lets you share models, assign roles and exchange comments displayed in real time. However, the documentation indicates that two users cannot edit the same process simultaneously: the editor performs a check-out, which locks the diagram until check-in.
Boldo runs in the browser and organizes access with user types, roles and domains. During your evaluation, check precisely which simultaneous operations you expect in your workshops instead of equating real-time comments with co-editing the same diagram.
Boldo · Aperçu produit
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Tailor the metamodel to your business concepts
Boldo · Aperçu produit
Bizagi Modeler structures modeling around BPMN and offers documentation and simulation features. Its execution engine is not part of Modeler: automation goes through Bizagi Studio and Automation Services.
Boldo lets administrators configure object types, their properties and their relationships in the metamodel. This approach answers a need different from BPMN: adapting the structure of the repository to concepts specific to the organization.
Boldo versus other EA solutions
Compare Boldo with 10+ other Enterprise Architecture modeling and mapping solutions.
Hosted in France
Boldo hosts data in France.
A flexible metamodel that adapts to your reality
Every organization is different. Boldo offers a flexible and evolving metamodel that adapts to your context, your constraints and your maturity level. You don't have to fit into a rigid framework: the model evolves with your organization, not the other way around.
Several visualizations from the same data
Boldo lets you present the same knowledge in several forms: views, diagrams, charts, nested maps and dashboards. Each format answers a different need, from detailed exploration to presenting indicators.
Clear, fair and transparent pricing
Boldo displays its prices: from €39 excl. tax per editor/month, public prices detailed on the pricing page, Enterprise offering on quote. Free 14-day trial, no commitment.
Bizagi Modeler vs Boldo
| Bizagi Modeler | Boldo | |
|---|---|---|
Pricing | ||
| Pricing model | Free desktop application ; Enterprise services included in the Bizagi platform offering, on quote | From €39 excl. tax per editor/month (Enterprise on quote) |
| Free trial | Free desktop application (basic features) | Free 14-day trial, no commitment |
| Self-service offering | Free download after creating an account | Online sign-up at app.boldo.io |
Platform | ||
| Application type | Windows desktop (no native macOS) and cloud services in Enterprise | Web application |
| On-premise hosting | (local application, on-premises SharePoint publishing) | |
| Public API | Not documented for Modeler ; API on the Bizagi platform side | |
| Imports | Visio, XPDL, BPMN and IBM Blueworks | Batch imports |
Collaboration | ||
| Access rights management | Contributor, Editor, Model Owner and Subscription Owner roles (Enterprise) | User types, roles and access domains |
| Comments, mentions and notifications | Comments on model, diagram and element (Enterprise) | Built-in comments, mentions and notifications |
Modeling | ||
| Modeling scope | BPMN processes (dedicated standard) | Customizable EA metamodel (objects, properties, relationships) |
| Process simulation | ||
| ArchiMate support | (BPMN tool) | Free-form modeling, without a ready-to-use ArchiMate library |
Visualization | ||
| Views synchronized with the repository | Published BPMN diagrams | |
Other alternatives
LeanIX
Description
LeanIX is an Enterprise Architecture and application portfolio management platform designed to help large organizations document, analyze and govern their application landscape. Positioned for enterprise accounts, the solution covers in particular Application Portfolio Management (APM), technology risk management and support for transformation programs, notably around SAP.
LeanIX primarily targets architecture and transformation teams that want to structure and steer complex IT environments at scale. The platform emphasizes data consistency, standardized reporting and integration with the ecosystem, suited to very mature and heavily governed organizations.
Key Features
Application Inventory (Fact Sheets)
Dependency Matrices
Survey Management
Compliance Reporting
SAP LeanIX Connector
Pros
Configurable best-practice metamodel
Documented SAP and third-party integrations
Cons
Pricing based on the number of applications
Separate modules for APM, technology risk and roadmaps
Detailed amounts provided on request
Ardoq
Description
Ardoq is a data-driven Enterprise Architecture platform designed to help organizations visualize, analyze and steer complex IT environments. By connecting applications, systems and processes in a living repository, Ardoq lets you replace static diagrams with dynamic views.
Key Features
Dynamic knowledge graph
Future-state (to-be) scenarios
API-driven automation
Intelligent data importer
Ardoq Discover (collaborative portal)
Pros
Data-driven repository
API and automations
Future scenario management
Cons
Prices not published, provided on quote
Scope varies by offering
Horizzon
Description
A European business design and enterprise architecture platform, Bizzdesign Horizzon connects strategy, business capabilities, operating models and IT architecture within a unified environment.
The solution is primarily aimed at large organizations looking to structure, steer and govern complex transformations.
Key Features
ArchiMate/TOGAF support
Lifecycle analysis
Architecture roadmaps
Governance and validation workflow
Graphical design of views
Pros
ArchiMate and TOGAF support
Architecture analyses and roadmaps
Views intended for several stakeholders
Cons
Prices not published, provided on quote
Scope depends on the modules and configuration
Mastering ArchiMate remains useful for standardized modeling
HOPEX
Description
Bizzdesign Hopex is the platform originating from MEGA International and now offered within the Bizzdesign portfolio.
It connects enterprise architecture, data, risk, compliance and processes in a common repository.
The solution is primarily aimed at organizations looking to formalize their architecture exhaustively, relying on solid repositories and methodological frameworks.
Key Features
Unified EA/GRC/Process repository
Deep data modeling
Application Portfolio Management (APM)
Regulatory compliance analysis
Automated workflows
Pros
Unified repository for EA, data, risk and processes
APM, TPM, BPM and GRC on the same platform
Multidimensional impact analysis
Cons
Prices not published, provided on quote
Configuration to scope according to the disciplines activated
BlueDolphin
Description
BlueDolphin is an Enterprise Architecture platform developed by ValueBlue. It helps organizations align strategy, business processes, information systems and data in a common repository, with strong capabilities for modeling (current / target state), impact analysis and stakeholder collaboration.
Key Features
Architecture repository
Application portfolio management
Impact analysis
Process diagrams
SmartViews synchronized with the data
Pros
Collaboration across architecture, IT and business
Public API and integrations
Visualizations linked to the repository
Cons
Prices not published, provided on quote
