workflow

(noun)

A process and/or procedure in which tasks are completed. It may be defined with a flowchart to define actors, actions, results, decisions, and action paths.

Examples of workflow in the following topics:

  • Frederick Taylor

    • Scientific management, also called Taylorism, concerns the analysis and synthesis of workflows to improve productivity.
    • Scientific management, also called Taylorism, is a theory of management that analyzed and synthesized workflows.
    • Scientific management, also called Taylorism, is a theory of management that analyzed and synthesized workflows.

  • Facilities Layout

    • Facility layout decisions are based on criteria aimed at creating an effective and efficient workflow and high standard production.
    • The aim is to allow for the most efficient workflow without disruption.
    • A workplace that has carefully arranged its layout will allow for a more effictive and efficient workflow and produce its good or services to a high standard.
    • There are three types of workflow layouts that managers can choose from:
    • As such, careful consideration of enabling access to technicians is critical to ensuring minimal workflow disruptions in a scenario of updating, repairing or replacing machinery.