Workflow
A defined sequence of activities states and handoffs used to move work toward an outcome.
Plain English
The path work follows from start to finish.
In context
A workflow makes ownership transitions decisions and automation points visible so repeated work is easier to coordinate and improve.
Example
“The review workflow moves an issue from draft to approval and release.”
When you'll hear this
- process design
- project tracking
- automation
Common misunderstanding
A workflow describes how work progresses; it is not merely a list of unrelated tasks.
Also known as
work flowprocess flow
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Updated: 2026-08-26
