Workflow: meaning, definitions and examples

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workflow

 

[ หˆwษœหrkหŒfloสŠ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

business process

A workflow is a sequence of tasks or processes that are carried out in a specific order to achieve a particular goal. It outlines the steps involved, and often involves multiple individuals or systems. Workflows are commonly used in business and project management to streamline operations.

Synonyms

procedure, process, sequence

Examples of usage

  • The team implemented a new workflow to improve efficiency.
  • This software helps us visualize the entire workflow.
  • She mapped out the workflow for the new project.
Context #2 | Noun

software development

In software development, a workflow refers to the automated movement of tasks across a predefined set of operations. This often involves tools that handle approvals, notifications, and task assignments. Effective workflows in this context help ensure consistency and quality in software production.

Synonyms

automation, framework, pipeline

Examples of usage

  • The development team uses a collaborative workflow to enhance productivity.
  • We established a continuous integration workflow.
  • His job is to oversee the workflow of the software project.

Translations

Translations of the word "workflow" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น fluxo de trabalho

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคพเคฐเฅเคฏเคชเฅเคฐเคตเคพเคน

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Arbeitsablauf

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ alur kerja

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั€ะพะฑะพั‡ะธะน ะฟั€ะพั†ะตั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ przepล‚yw pracy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒฏใƒผใ‚ฏใƒ•ใƒญใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท flux de travail

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ flujo de trabajo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท iลŸ akฤฑลŸฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์›Œํฌํ”Œ๋กœ์šฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณูŠุฑ ุงู„ุนู…ู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pracovnรญ tok

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pracovnรฝ tok

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅทฅไฝœๆต็จ‹

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ delovni tok

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ vinnuferli

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถาฑะผั‹ั ะฐา“ั‹ะผั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒ›แƒฃแƒจแƒแƒ แƒœแƒแƒ™แƒแƒ“แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ iลŸ axฤฑnฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ flujo de trabajo

Etymology

The term 'workflow' originated in the early 20th century and initially referred to the flow of work through a series of operational processes in manufacturing. Its use expanded significantly in the mid-to-late 20th century as businesses began adopting more formalized processes to manage work activities efficiently. The combination of 'work' and 'flow' signifies the movement and progression of tasks within a structured system. As technology progressed, especially with the advent of computers, the concept of workflow adapted to include digital processes, leading to the creation of software that helps manage and automate workflows. Today, workflow is a vital concept in various fields, including business, project management, and software development, highlighting the importance of efficiency and organization in work processes.