workflow

noun

work·flow ˈwərk-ˌflō

variants or less commonly work flow

: the sequence of steps involved in moving from the beginning to the end of a working process

improving office workflow

… this new upgrade isn't revolutionary. But it does a fine job of streamlining workflow and getting the business done.—

Sally Wiener Grotta

The site automates and tracks workflow as well. For example, when a subcontractor fills out a request for information, it goes directly to the general contractor, who signs off on it. The request then travels to the architect, then back to the subcontractor.—

Lawrence Stevens

Examples of workflow in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web As The Times’ Christi Carras recently wrote, some are doing so out of genuine interest in how computerized automation can improve their workflow, saving them time and money. —

Ryan Faughnder, Los Angeles Times, 4 Sep. 2024 Today, though, Altana has become a workflow product that allows customers to directly interact with their supply chain if risks or issues arise. —

Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 30 July 2024 The workflow automation platform witnessed better-than-expected net new annual contract value, or NNACV, and generative AI contributions. —

Tipranks.com Staff, CNBC, 4 Aug. 2024 Many of the most significant changes brought by AI revolve around streamlining workflow and changing how managers and tech experts approach their projects. —

Brianna Kamienski, USA TODAY, 8 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for workflow

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