Getting Started with Sparx Systems Prolaborate

Unlock the power of Prolaborate to streamline enterprise-wide collaboration on architectural models. Learn how to share architecture content seamlessly, enable agile model reviews with non-technical stakeholders, and make data-driven decisions using interactive graphs, charts, and advanced impact analysis tools.

Modules Covered

What you'll learn

Duration

4 days

Course Level

Beginner

Learning Mode

Online / In-Person

Course Description

This training provides a comprehensive introduction to Prolaborate, its integration with Sparx Systems Enterprise Architect, and its role in facilitating collaborative modeling and enterprise architecture visualization. Through hands-on exercises, participants will gain practical experience in using Prolaborate for model sharing, review, and analysis.

Inside the Course

Introduction to Prolaborate and Sparx Systems Products

Overview of Sparx Systems tools
Understanding the connection between Enterprise Architect (EA) models and Prolaborate

General Configuration & Administration

Repository setup and management
Single Sign-On (SSO) best practices
User and User Group management
Theme customization and general repository settings
License management

Model Configuration & Access Control

Setting up sections and permissions
Repository browser overview
Viewing and editing model properties

Model Sharing & Visualization

Sharing diagrams, elements, and modeling languages
Creating and customizing dashboards
Configuring widgets for better model representation

Collaboration & Model Review

Engaging in discussions, notifications, and subscriptions
Editing model information collaboratively
Prolaborate Add-in for Enterprise Architect
Setting up and managing model reviews
Inviting collaborators and tracking review progress
Review dashboards and notification management

Advanced Visualization & Reporting

Exploring visualization techniques including:
- Cards, Pie/Donut, Bar, Heat Map, Nested Pie
- Bubble, Roadmap, Lifecycle Roadmaps
- Reports, Dynamic Charts, and Dashboards
Data-driven decision-making with impact analysis tools

Integrations & Advanced Features

Connecting Prolaborate with third-party tools
Utilizing advanced configuration settings

Troubleshooting & Support

Common issues and solutions
How to access Sparx Systems support assistance

Product Roadmap & Release Schedule

Upcoming features and enhancements
Understanding the Prolaborate release cycle

Target Audience

This training is ideal for professionals who want to enhance collaboration, improve model accessibility, and streamline decision-making within their enterprise:

Software Architects & Designers – Learn to integrate Prolaborate with Enterprise Architect and optimize modeling workflows.
Business Analysts – Use dashboards, charts, and reports to gain actionable insights.
Project Managers – Improve project visibility and team collaboration.
Developers & QA Professionals – Leverage Prolaborate for efficient impact analysis and requirement tracking.

Related Services

In addition to training, Sparx Systems North America offers a range of short-term and long-term consultancy services to help teams optimize their use of Prolaborate and Enterprise Architect. Contact us for customized advisory services based on your project needs.

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