Workflow-Driven Operational Process
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A Workflow-Driven Operational Process is a process instance of an organizational process (orchestrates tasks and resources in systematic sequences to enable work coordination and process automation).
- Context:
- input: workflow requirements, resource constraints, and process specifications.
- output: executed workflows, process metrics, and performance reports.
- measure: workflow efficiency, resource utilization, and process compliance.
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- It can range from being a Department-Level Workflow to being an Enterprise-Wide Workflow, depending on its organizational scope.
- It can range from being a Linear Workflow to being a Branching Workflow, depending on its decision complexity.
- It can range from being a Short-Term Workflow to being a Long-Running Workflow, depending on its execution duration.
- It can range from being a Simple Workflow to being a Complex Workflow, depending on its process complexity.
- It can range from being a Manual Workflow to being an Automated Workflow , depending on its automation level.
- It can range from being a Standalone Workflow to being an Integrated Workflow, depending on its system integration.
- It can range from being a Single-Data-Source Workflow to being a Multi-Data-Source Workflow, depending on its data integration complexity.
- It can range from being a Real-Time Workflow to being a Batch Workflow, depending on its processing reaction-tiem.
- It can range from being a Time-Scheduled Workflow to being an Event-Driven Workflow, depending on its execution trigger.
- It can range from being a Low-Volume Workflow to being a High-Volume Workflow, depending on its data processing scale.
- It can range from being a Compliance-Light Workflow to being a Compliance-Heavy Workflow, depending on its regulatory requirements.
- It can range from being a Fixed-Path Workflow to being an Adaptive-Path Workflow, depending on its runtime modification capability.
- It can range from being a Single-Role Workflow to being a Multi-Role Workflow, depending on its stakeholder involvement.
- It can range from being a Template-Based Workflow to being a Custom-Built Workflow, depending on its standardization level.
- It can range from being a Location-Bound Workflow to being a Distributed Workflow, depending on its geographical distribution.
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- It can be supported by a Workflow-Supporting System.
- It can be modeled by a Operational Workflow Process Model.
- It can integrate with Task Management System for work tracking.
- It can manage Resource Allocation through scheduling system.
- It can control Information Flow through process rule.
- It can enforce Workflow Process Control through role assignment.
- It can maintain Workflow Consistency through standard procedure.
- It can include Workflow Monitoring through tracking system.
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- Examples:
- Business Function Workflows, such as:
- Document Management Workflows, such as:
- Order Processing Workflows, such as:
- Resource Management Workflows, such as:
- Personnel Management Workflows, such as:
- Service Management Workflows, such as:
- Domain-Specific Workflows, such as:
- Technology-Enhanced Workflows, such as:
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- Business Function Workflows, such as:
- Counter-Examples:
- High-Level Organizational Process, which focuses on strategic direction rather than operational details.
- Strategic Process, which focuses on long-term planning rather than day-to-day operations.
- Ad Hoc Process, which lacks structured sequences and defined rules for repeatable execution.
- Random Task Execution, which operates without systematic coordination and process control.
- Informal Procedure, which misses standardized steps, role definitions, and performance tracking.
- Project, which is unique endeavor rather than recurring process.
- See: Process Management, Task Automation, Resource Coordination, System Integration, Process Optimization, Workflow Modeling, Process Control.
References
2024-12-05
- Perplexity.ai
- Question: What are the most common operational workflows within organization types (including for-profit, non-profit, and government agencies)?
- Answer: operational workflows are essential for process streamlining and improving organizational efficiency across various types of organizations.
- common operational workflows:
- human resources management workflows:
- employee onboarding workflow for managing new hire workflows, including tool provisioning workflow, orientation meeting workflow, and documentation management workflow.
- recruitment workflow for hiring tracking workflow, stakeholder update workflow, and applicant management workflow.
- performance evaluation workflow for employee review workflows and feedback session workflows.
- leave management workflow for handling time off request workflows and leave approval workflows.
- employment contract workflow for managing employee agreement workflows.
- financial management workflows:
- project management workflows:
- customer service workflows:
- compliance management workflows:
- data management workflows:
- communication management workflows:
- human resources management workflows:
- common operational workflows:
- Citations:
[1] https://www.shipyardapp.com/blog/operational-workflow-examples/ [2] https://www.cflowapps.com/workflow-automation-non-profit-organizations/ [3] https://www.openaccessgovernment.org/agile-workflow-design-and-process-improvement-in-government/185659/ [4] https://blog.processology.net/unleashing-operational-excellence-in-non-profits-your-comprehensive-guide [5] https://appian.com/blog/acp/public-sector/government-workflow-automation [6] https://www.highgear.com/blog/government-workflow-automation/
2024-12
- Perplexity.ai
- Question: How do operational workflows manifest in concrete instances? Please explain using examples from different industries and implementations, including automation examples and specific applications.
- Answer: Operational workflows manifest in various concrete instances across different organizational settings, demonstrating how abstract processes transform into actionable sequences.
- Business Process Implementation:
- Adobe Experience Manager Example:
- Workflow instances are created when a workflow model is executed, with each instance representing a specific operational sequence.
- These instances progress through defined lifecycle stages, from initiation to completion, with each step performing distinct activities like user input, page activation, or email communication.
- Adobe Experience Manager Example:
- Industry-Specific Applications:
- Automation Implementation:
- Resource Management:
- Operational workflows manifest in resource allocation through:
- Staff assignment based on task complexity.
- Physical resource distribution.
- Supply chain management and inventory control.
- Quality Control:
- Resource Management:
- Business Process Implementation:
- Citations:
[1] https://experienceleague.adobe.com/en/docs/experience-manager-65/content/sites/administering/operations/workflows [2] https://beslick.com/workflow-management-examples/ [3] https://www.healthit.gov/sites/default/files/topiclanding/2021-07/Workflow_Automation_Background_Report_FINAL.pdf [4] https://argondigital.com/blog/case-studies/applying-agile-principles-to-workflow-automation/ [5] https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8318703/