Swimlane diagrams break when lane names drift. This guide shows how to normalize Function values with a canonical lane list, alias mapping, and Excel validation so Data Visualizer imports stay predictable and measurable.
Swimlanes as Data: Normalize Function Data (Post 2) Read More »
In Visio Data Visualizer, swimlanes are not drawn. They are assigned from the Function field in your dataset. This guide shows how to map lanes correctly, keep names clean, and regenerate swimlane views without diagram surgery.
Swimlanes as Data: The Function Field (Post 1) Read More »
“Convert Visio to Excel” is ambiguous. This guide breaks down the real meanings, shows the right output for each, and explains why a Data Visualizer-ready dataset is often what people actually need.
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Part 1 shows how to convert a process diagram into a structured dataset, import it into Visio Data Visualizer, and prove the round-trip so the model stays maintainable.
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