Three BPM trends for 2026

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Keywords BPM, process management, AI, trends, 2026, strategic asset, agentic AI, BPM singularity, digital twin, orchestration Summary In this episode of the BPM 360 Podcast, hosts Caspar and Russell discuss the revival of process management as a strategic asset, the role of agentic AI in BPM, and the convergence of BPM with other disciplines, leading to what they term 'BPM Singularity'. They explore the trends shaping BPM for 2026, emphasizing the importance of AI in enhancing process management and the need for organizations to adopt a holistic approach to process and data management. Takeaways The podcast is entering its fifth season, highlighting its growth and milestones. There is an ambition to increase the frequency of podcast episodes this season. The revival of process management is seen as a strategic asset for organizations. AI is becoming a critical component in enhancing BPM capabilities. The concept of agentic AI is crucial for the future of BPM. BPM is gaining traction again due to the emergence of AI technologies. Organizations need to manage process variance effectively to optimize operations. The convergence of BPM with enterprise architecture and orchestration is essential for success. AI is driving the need for a holistic understanding of organizational processes. The podcast aims to explore the evolving landscape of BPM and AI throughout the season. Sound bites "AI is making these repositories accessible." "The process scope is expanding." "You cannot just think in your department." Chapters 00:00 Welcome to Season 5 03:39 Trends in BPM for 2026 14:15 AI's Role in BPM 23:30 The BPM Singularity 33:26 Closing Thoughts and Future Episodes