BUSINESS PROCESS MAPPING NOTATION
Data Flow
• Enter Dollar Tree:
Data: Entry time, customer ID (if available).
Application: Entry logging system (if applicable).
• Select Cart or Basket:
Data: Cart or basket availability, customer preference.
Application: Inventory system to track cart/basket availability.• Select Items from Display:
Data: Items selected, SKU numbers, item count.
Application: Inventory management system.
• Bring Items to Checkout:
Data: List of items selected, customer identifier.
Application: POS (Point of Sale) system or cart management software.
• Unload Items at Checkout:
Data: Items for scanning, customer preferences.
Application: Checkout management system, POS system.
• Scanning Items:
Data: Item prices, quantities, discounts, promotions.
Application: Barcode scanning system linked to the POS.
• Payment Processing:
Data: Total amount, payment method, credit card details.
Application: POS system, payment gateway/credit card processing system.
• Credit Card Handling:
Data: Credit card information, authorization status, receipt.
Application: Credit card processing software.
• Receipt Generation and Change:
Data: Payment receipt, change amount, payment confirmation.
Application: Receipt printing system, POS.
• Pick Bags:
Data: Customer's bag preference.
Application: POS system.
• Customer Exit:Data: Exit time, customer satisfaction feedback (if applicable).
Application: Feedback system or store traffic tracking.
Applications
• Inventory Management System: Tracks item availability and movement.
• POS (Point of Sale) System: Manages checkout, item scanning, pricing, and customer
payments.
• Payment Gateway: Handles credit card or other electronic payments.
• Receipt Printing System: Generates payment receipts for the customer.
• Customer Traffic/Entry Logging System: (If applicable) Tracks customer movement
and store entry/exit.
Technologies
• Point of Sale (POS) System: Manages transactions, item scanning, and payments.
• Barcode Scanners: Scans product barcodes for quick checkout.
• Inventory Management System: Tracks stock levels and item availability.
• Payment Processing System: Handles credit card, debit card, and contactless
payments.
• Card Readers (EMV/NFC): Processes chip, magstripe, and contactless card
payments.
• Receipt Printers: Issues paper or digital receipts for transactions.
• Employee Management System: Ensures staff availability and workflow efficiency.
• Customer Engagement System: Handles customer bagging preferences (eco-
friendly/plastic).• Surveillance Systems: Monitors checkout and store for security purposes.
• Cash Register/Drawer: For managing cash payments and storing change.