Evolution of BPMN and Simulation Integration: Trends, Challenges, and Future Directions

This study examines the use of simulation tools to overcome limitations in Business Process Model and Notation (BPMN), a widely used language for modeling business processes across various industries. Conducting a structured bibliometric analysis with Scopus as the primary database, the study reviewed 75 articles meeting specific inclusion criteria, highlighting key trends in BPMN simulation research. Using keyword and thematic analysis through VOS viewer, four primary research clusters were identified, illustrating BPMN's applications in field s such as healthcare, logistics, and cybersecurity. An analysis of pivotal articles demonstrates how BPMN simulations have improved resource management, performance optimization, and decision-making support. This paper shows current research directions, challenges, and the potential for BPMN extensions to increase modeling accuracy, suggesting avenues for future research within BPMN-supported simulation frameworks.