The French software company BonitaSoft has released a new version of its Bonita Open Solution BPM suite that offers additional development and testing tools. The new features in the 5.5 version include document management software with an integrated content repository that enables document management within processes.

This includes an implementation of the xCMIS content management interoperability specification (CMIS) from eXo. Decision tables are also included that allow users to define business rules without relying on an external system or having to do any hard coding. The Drools business rules engine connector has also been made available. However, Bonita Studio now features a new debugger which gives developers the option of not using connectors with external systems. This added flexibility makes it easier then ever to create more powerful, custom-built BPM applications.