-Sparx Systems, a vendor of modeling tools based on open standards, announced the official release of Enterprise Architect 9, a major update to its award winning modeling and design platform. Enterprise Architect 9 offers innovative solutions to those faced with the task of developing and managing highly complex processes, software and systems in a timely manner. "It redefines the possibilities of visual modeling and design environments," commented Tom O'Reilly, Sparx Systems COO. "Version 9 includes hundreds of new analysis, collaboration and productivity enhancements, which enable software developers, business analysts and systems engineers to think through and communicate their solutions - before dedicating their resources to a course of action."

Release highlights include support for BPEL generation from BPMN models....

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