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Vendor: Microsoft
3.9 out of 5
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As of June 2025, the mindshare of Visio in the Business Process Design category stands at 12.5%, down from 13.2% compared to the previous year, according to calculations based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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TypeTitleDate
CategoryBusiness Process DesignJun 11, 2025Download
ProductReviews, tips, and advice from real usersJun 11, 2025Download
ComparisonVisio vs CamundaJun 11, 2025Download
ComparisonVisio vs SAP Signavio Process ManagerJun 11, 2025Download
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Financial Services Firm
15%
Government
10%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Computer Software Company
8%
University
6%
Educational Organization
6%
Insurance Company
4%
Healthcare Company
4%
Energy/Utilities Company
4%
Aerospace/Defense Firm
4%
Retailer
4%
Comms Service Provider
3%
Transportation Company
2%
Construction Company
2%
Real Estate/Law Firm
2%
Non Profit
2%
Legal Firm
2%
Wholesaler/Distributor
2%
Media Company
2%
Pharma/Biotech Company
1%
Hospitality Company
1%
Performing Arts
1%
Outsourcing Company
1%
Recreational Facilities/Services Company
1%
Logistics Company
1%
Mining And Metals Company
1%
Wellness & Fitness Company
1%

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Tugrul TASCI - PeerSpot user
IT Professor at Sakarya University
Verified user of Visio
Nov 26, 2024
We have seen return on investment in the form of time savings but should have more design tools

Pros

"On the scalability front, the aspect of increasing the number of endpoints is relatively easy to handle."

Cons

"Visio should implement more complex tools or graphics to facilitate processing and use flexible templates."
AS
Senior Program Manager at a computer software company with 1,001-5,000 employees
Verified user of Visio
Jun 3, 2025
User-friendly features enhance team productivity while integration options improve for better tool compatibility

Pros

"I definitely recommend Visio to other users."

Cons

"I cannot say anything that needs improvement in Visio; it was quite user-friendly, but I think the organization may have found it costly."
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IckyDu Buisson - PeerSpot user
Enterprise Architect at Employment and Labour; Compensation Fund, Unemployment& Insurance Fund
Verified user of Visio
Sep 25, 2024
Good modeling and flexibility but object oriented features needed

Pros

"One of the most valuable features of Visio is its extreme flexibility. "

Cons

"Visio should be object-oriented to enable the reusability of objects across different models. "
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Student at a government with 10,001+ employees
Verified user of Visio
Sep 25, 2024
Effortless learning curve for beginner programmers with a free version

Pros

"I could jump into it and learn the basics pretty quickly."

Cons

"The tools panel at the top, et cetera, seems really complicated. "
Milind Parab - PeerSpot user
Sr. Principal Software Engineer at Cadence Design Systems
Verified user of Visio
Jun 23, 2024
Used for architecture designs and flowcharts

Pros

"It's easy to embed Visio in a Word document."

Cons

"Visio requires a lot of memory, and it is not good for a small design."
Gavin Bérubé - PeerSpot user
Enterprise Architect at a comms service provider with 5,001-10,000 employees
Verified user of Visio
Sep 25, 2024
Product version discussed: at least five or six years old
Creating effective business process visualizations and helps with communication but requires better AI support

Pros

"The task sequencing, the process level views, and the ability to communicate between lanes are valuable features in Visio. "

Cons

"In terms of enterprise architecture, Visio is limited."
Enas Selim - PeerSpot user
Product Manager at Diyar United Company
Verified user of Visio
Nov 28, 2023
A software for drawing a variety of diagrams which include flowcharts, org charts, building plans, floor plans, data flow diagrams

Pros

"The primary functionality revolves around the creation of flow diagrams and diverse Building Information Modeling (BIM) using contemporary and pre-established notations. In my perspective, these ready-made notations prove highly beneficial. Despite being a compact tool, it is effective for tasks such as drawing organizational charts, making it a straightforward and uncomplicated tool. "

Cons

"Indeed, Visio should progress beyond its current stage of solely drawing diagrams and transition into a more advanced phase, possibly integrating with different packages or aligning with Microsoft's offerings. It could potentially evolve into a comprehensive business process management solution, comparable to tools like Addis or Signavio, thereby competing in the realm of process management tools. It might be advantageous to explore functionalities such as process simulations or benchmarking, introducing simulators to discern potential bottlenecks or errors within complex flow diagrams. This addition would prove valuable for business analysts seeking insights into the intricacies of their diagrams, aligning with the evolving trends observed over the past six years."
NF
field service manager at Saudi Business Machines - SBM
Verified user of Visio
Feb 27, 2025
Detailed diagrams boost client trust and confidence in network consulting

Pros

"I recommend Visio to others based on my experience."

Cons

"The visual icons and shapes for different vendors like Cisco network could be improved. Often, I have to contact vendors to get specific icons to use in Visio diagrams, which makes the process cumbersome."