útdiagram

Útdiagram is a term originating from Icelandic, literally translating to "exit diagram" or "outgoing diagram." It is a type of diagram used in process modeling and systems analysis to illustrate the flow of information or materials leaving a particular system, subsystem, or process. Unlike an input diagram that focuses on what enters a system, an útdiagram specifically details the outputs generated. These outputs can take various forms, such as data, products, services, or waste.

The purpose of an útdiagram is to clearly define and understand the results or byproducts of a process. It helps in identifying what a system produces and how it is delivered or disposed of. This can be crucial for performance evaluation, resource management, and identifying potential bottlenecks or areas for improvement. In software engineering, an útdiagram might show the data fields a function returns. In manufacturing, it could illustrate the finished goods leaving a production line. In business processes, it might represent customer orders fulfilled or reports generated. The level of detail in an útdiagram depends on the scope of the system being analyzed.