HEFLO now allows you to create “Mind Map” diagrams, a powerful tool for visually representing ideas, concepts, or information in a hierarchical and structured way centered around a main theme.

Why use a mind map?

Mind maps offer numerous benefits:

1. Facilitate idea organization
   Structure and organize complex ideas logically and creatively, perfect for brainstorming sessions.
2. Enhance memory retention
   The visual structure, enriched with colors and keywords, improves information retention and recall.
3. Encourage a global perspective
   By grouping information into themes or sub-themes, mind maps help you better understand the connections between different elements.
4. Improve problem-solving
   An overview often reveals unexpected connections or innovative solutions.
5. Simplify communication
   Present ideas and projects clearly and concisely, making them easier to share and understand.

Creating a “Mind Map” Diagram

Creating a mind map in HEFLO is simple and intuitive:

1. Access the diagram editor.
2. Click on “New diagram”.
3. Select the option “Create from scratch”, then choose “Mind Map”.

Once redirected to the editor:

• Edit the main idea: Add a title or description.
• Add secondary ideas: Click on the “+” icon to the right of the main idea. Repeat this action to expand your related ideas.
• Each new idea is automatically assigned a specific color to make it visually distinct. 

Using a “Mind Map” Diagram

Once created, your diagram can be used in several ways:

1. Publishing on the collaborative portal

Share the documentation of your mind map directly with your team via the collaborative portal.

2. Attaching to a BPMN process

You can associate your mind map with a BPMN process:

• Select the desired process.
• Go to the “Attachments” section in the right-hand menu.
• Choose the “Mind Map” or “Organizational” diagram from the available options. 

Users with access to the BPMN process documentation on the portal will also be able to view the attached mind map.

For more information on using organizational diagrams in HEFLO, check out our dedicated article: Create and use Organizational diagrams in HEFLO.

3. Attaching to a process landscape

You can also associate your mind map with a process landscape:

• Select the desired process landscape.
• Choose the relevant element.
• Click on “Linked diagrams” in the properties of the selected element. 
• Select the “Mind Map” or “Organizational” diagram from the available options.
  
• Choose the desired diagram, and click “Add linked diagram”. 

For more details on process landscapes, visit: Value Chain diagram.

With these features, HEFLO simplifies organization, collaboration, and documentation for your projects and processes. Start creating your first mind map now and unleash your creativity!