This node contains the process flow execution engine. It provides the capability for model-driven business process automation. It also enables tracking by leveraging the process execution rules stored in the associated database. These processes can span multiple applications and organizational boundaries within an enterprise. The node maintains state and tracks sequencing through the process flow. In doing so, it often leverages the associated repository to store intermediate results.
This node is also responsible for invoking target applications as necessary through their associated connectors.