Semantic-based modeling for information systems using the semfis platform

In this paper an outline of semantic-based modeling and the approach of SeMFIS is given. At its core, semantic-based modeling characterizes the annotation of semi-formal conceptual models with concepts from formal semantic schemata such as ontologies. Semantic-based modeling is used for the design and analysis of information systems where it supports the extension of the semantic representation and analysis scope of existing modeling methods. The approach has been previously used for applications in semantic business process management, for benchmarking, semantic-based simulation and several others. With the ADOxx-based SeMFIS platform, which constitutes a ̄exible engineering platform for realizing semantic annotations of conceptual models, a technical implementation is provided. The SeMFIS platform is offered for free via the Open Models Initiative Laboratory.