Alpha-Algorithmus (EN)

Definition

The Alpha-Algorithmus is a fundamental algorithm in Process Mining, used to generate simple process models from event logs. It identifies direct succession relationships between activities in the event log and constructs a Petri net from them, representing the basic process flow. In the module, the Alpha-Algorithmus is applied to gain initial insights into the analyzed order process and to identify characteristic patterns. Although the algorithm is relatively simple, it forms the basis for more complex Process Mining techniques.

Process Flow

flowchart TD     A[Event Log] --> B[Alpha-Algorithmus]     B --> C[Identification of direct succession relationships]     C --> D[Construction of transition-place pairs]     D --> E[Creation of the Petri net]     E --> F[Process model] 

In Context

• Typically used together with Beta-Algorithmus and Gamma-Algorithmus
• Related to: Process Mining, Petri nets, Event Logs
• Example use: Analysis of order processes in companies to identify inefficiencies