Do you know what a token is in BPMN?

In BPMN (Business Process Model and Notation), a token is an abstract element that symbolizes the control flow or process flow within the process model. The token moves through diagram elements (events, tasks, gateways), reflecting the current state of process execution.

When the process starts, the token appears at the start event and moves through the sequence of flows, activating tasks and passing through gateways. Thus, the token helps visualize and track the progress of the business process.