Replace ARIS with a modern BPM platform
Many organizations using ARIS are reaching a turning point. Rising costs, limited adoption, and slow innovation are making transformation harder. That’s why enterprises are switching to modern BPM platforms. GBTEC has already migrated 100+ ARIS environments to BIC Platform, often in just a few weeks, using automated technology to transfer existing process repositories quickly and reliably – with no manual rework.
Modernize your BPM environment without losing years of process knowledge. Move from ARIS to BIC – faster than you think.
This comparison is based on independent customer reviews on Capterra (as of June 2025).
Why organizations replace ARIS
Across industries, organizations replacing ARIS often encounter the same challenges.
Rising licensing costs
As BPM initiatives expand, ARIS licensing models often become increasingly expensive – especially when organizations attempt to scale BPM across the enterprise.
Limited business adoption
Many ARIS environments remain restricted to small groups of BPM specialists, preventing wider process transparency across the organization.
Complex and outdated user experience
Traditional BPM tooling often introduces complex interfaces and steep learning curves, limiting adoption among business users.
Slow innovation cycles
Companies increasingly require BPM platforms that support continuous transformation, automation, and AI-driven capabilities – areas where legacy BPM tools struggle to keep pace.
Why enterprises choose BIC instead
The BIC Platform is a modern BPM platform designed for enterprise-wide adoption and transformation.
Organizations replacing ARIS consistently choose BIC for four key reasons:
Higher user adoption
BIC’s intuitive modeling environment and collaborative process portal enable thousands of business users to engage with processes – not just BPM experts.
Enterprise licensing without cost surge
Flexible enterprise licensing models, including flat-rate options, let organizations scale BPM globally without unpredictable user-based costs, enabling wider adoption across teams and regions.
Modern platform architecture
Open APIs and cloud-ready architecture enable seamless integration with ERP systems, transformation programs, automation platforms, and enterprise architecture initiatives.
Faster innovation
Replacing your BPM platform doesn’t mean losing your process repository. With the BIC Converter, ARIS data can be migrated automatically. GBTEC has already helped over 100 customers make the switch.
BIC vs ARIS
BIC Platform | ARIS |
|---|---|
Ease of UseIntuitive and business-friendly | Ease of UseComplex expert tool |
Enterprise AdoptionDesigned for enterprise-wide usage | Enterprise AdoptionOften limited to BPM teams |
Licensing ModelFlexible enterprise licensing | Licensing ModelUser-based and costly |
TechnologyModern cloud-ready platform | TechnologyTraditional architecture |
InnovationRapid product innovation | InnovationSlower release cycles |
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Fast migration from ARIS to BIC
Replacing your BPM platform does not mean losing your process repository. With the BIC Converter, process data from ARIS can be automatically migrated to the BIC Platform. GBTEC has already migrated more than 100 ARIS customers using this technology.
The automated migration covers a wide range of ARIS repository objects, including:
- EPC process models
- BPMN diagrams
- Value chains and process landscapes
- Organizational structures
- Roles and responsibilities
- Process attributes and documentation
- Multi-language repositories
Even automatic conversion from EPC to BPMN is supported.
Typical migration timelines
Most organizations are surprised how quickly migration can be completed.
- Small environments: 1–2 weeks
- Medium environments: 2–4 weeks
- Large enterprise repositories: 4–6 weeks
This means companies can switch BPM platforms without losing years of process knowledge or disrupting operations.
Proven ARIS replacement: Knorr-Bremse
Global market leader Knorr-Bremse replaced ARIS with the BIC Platform to modernize its BPM environment. This shows how organizations can update their process landscape without starting from scratch.
During the migration, several thousand process models were transferred, multiple modeling notations were converted automatically, and process repositories in 12 languages were preserved.
After the switch, Knorr-Bremse achieved higher business adoption of BPM, faster process modeling, a modern process portal for employees worldwide, and automation of previously manual BPM activities. This demonstrates the full impact of a smooth, enterprise-wide BPM transformation.
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The BIC Platform goes far beyond traditional BPM tools.It combines multiple transformation capabilities in one integrated platform:
- Business Process Design
- Process Automation
- Enterprise Architecture Management
- Governance, Risk & Compliance
- Process Mining integrations
- AI-powered process generation
This creates end-to-end transparency from strategy to execution – something legacy BPM tools struggle to deliver. Replace ARIS in weeks – not years.
With automated migration technology, modern architecture, and enterprise-ready BPM capabilities, the transition is much faster and easier than most organizations expect.
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From ARIS to BIC Platform:
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Switching BPM tools doesn’t have to be a hassle. With BIC Platform, your migration is fast, smooth, and supported every step of the way.
- Keep Your Work – Instantly import your existing process models with automated migration, no rework needed.
- Get Expert Help – Our consultants guide you through setup and ensure your process models fit your standards.
- Start Fast – Our intuitive interface makes it easy for teams to get productive with minimal training.
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