Sub-Process
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A Sub-Process is a component of a larger process that performs a specific function or set of tasks within the overall workflow. It is designed to break down complex processes into more manageable and smaller tasks, each with a clear objective.
- Context:
- It can (typically) perform specific tasks that contribute to the completion of a Main Process, allowing for more efficient workflow management.
- It can (often) be developed and managed independently, enabling modular design and easier troubleshooting within a Business Process.
- It can range from being a simple Automated Task to a complex series of interconnected steps within an Enterprise System.
- It can help isolate specific functionalities within a larger system, ensuring that each sub-process can be optimized without affecting the entire process.
- It can involve interactions with other sub-processes, forming a network of interdependent activities that contribute to the overall goal of the main process.
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- Example(s):
- one within Data Validation Process that checks the integrity and accuracy of data before it is processed further in an ETL Pipeline.
- one within Customer Onboarding Process that handles the steps involved in registering a new customer, including verification, data entry, and initial communication.
- one within Contract Pre-Signature Review Process that ...
- Counter-Example(s):
- Main Processes, which encompass the entire workflow and are not limited to specific tasks or functions within the system.
- Ad Hoc Tasks, which are performed on an as-needed basis and are not part of a structured process or workflow.
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- See: Business Process Management, Workflow Automation, Process Optimization
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