Automation-Enhanced Workflow

An Automation-Enhanced Workflow is an technology-enhanced workflow that orchestrates automated task sequences (through automation systems).

• AKA: Automated Business Process.
• Context:
  • Input: Automated Process Definition, Automated Trigger Condition, Automated Configuration Parameters
    • Optional: Automated Custom Rules, Automated Integration Settings, Automated Notification Parameters
  • Output: Automated Execution Result, Automated Process Status, Performance Metrics, Audit Logs
  • Performance Measure: Execution Time, Success Rate, Error Rate, Resource Utilization
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  • It can (typically) execute Automated Task Sequences.
  • It can (typically) manage Automated Event Trigger through trigger condition.
  • It can (typically) maintain Automated Process State through status tracking.
  • It can (typically) ensure Automated Process Completion through execution monitoring.
  • It can (typically) be supported by an Automated Workflow System (possibly supported by an automated workflow platform).
  • It can (often) validate Automated Input Parameters through validation rules.
  • It can (often) generate Automated Result Reports through reporting engine.
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  • It can range from being a Simple Automated Workflow to being a Complex Automated Workflow, depending on its process complexity.
  • It can range from being a Linear Automated Workflow to being a Branching Automated Workflow, depending on its flow pattern.
  • It can range from being a Partially-Automated Workflow to being a Fully-Automated Workflow, depending on its automation level.
  • It can range from being a Template-Based Automated Workflow to being a Custom-Built Automated Workflow, depending on its implementation approach.
  • It can range from being a Standalone Automated Workflow to being an Integrated Automated Workflow, depending on its system connectivity.
  • It can range from being a Sequential Automated Workflow to being a Parallel Automated Workflow, depending on its execution model.
  • It can range from being a Single-System Automated Workflow to being a Multi-System Automated Workflow, depending on its integration scope.
  • It can range from being a Time-Driven Automated Workflow to being an Event-Driven Automated Workflow, depending on its trigger mechanism.
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  • It can include Automated Process Monitoring through tracking dashboard.
  • It can include Automated Error Recovery through fallback mechanism.
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• Example(s):
  • Automated Business Function Workflows, such as:
    • Automated Document Management Workflows, such as:
      • Automated Document Approval Workflow for content validation.
      • Automated Document Review Workflow for quality control.
      • Automated Document Distribution Workflow for content delivery.
    • Automated Order Processing Workflows, such as:
      • Automated Order Entry Workflow for order capture.
      • Automated Order Fulfillment Workflow for order execution.
      • Automated Order Tracking Workflow for delivery monitoring.
    • Automated Resource Management Workflows, such as:
      • Automated Resource Allocation Workflow for asset assignment.
      • Automated Resource Tracking Workflow for usage monitoring.
      • Automated Resource Optimization Workflow for efficiency improvement.
  • Automated Personnel Management Workflows, such as:
    • Automated Employee Management Workflows, such as:
      • Automated Onboarding Workflow for staff integration.
      • Automated Performance Review Workflow for employee evaluation.
      • Automated Training Workflow for skill development.
  • Automated Service Management Workflows, such as:
    • Automated Customer Support Workflows, such as:
      • Automated Ticket Management Workflow for issue handling.
      • Automated Service Request Workflow for support delivery.
      • Automated Follow-up Workflow for satisfaction monitoring.
  • Automated Domain-Specific Workflows, such as:
    • Automated Healthcare Workflows for healthcare processes.
    • Automated Software Engineering Workflows for development processes.
    • Automated Legal Workflows for legal processes.
  • Automated Technology Platform Workflows, such as:
    • Automated Integration Workflows for system integration, such as:
      • Automated Data Synchronization Workflow for data consistency.
      • Automated API Connection Workflow for service integration.
    • Automated Platform Process Workflows for workflow execution, such as:
      • Automated Engine Process Workflow for workflow orchestration.
      • Automated Agent Process Workflow for intelligent automation.
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• Counter-Example(s):
  • Manual Workflow, which requires human execution for all tasks rather than automated processing.
  • One-Time Task, which executes single instances without repeatable automation or workflow orchestration.
  • Ad Hoc Process, which lacks structured automation and predefined workflow.
• See: Workflow Automation, Process Integration, Task Orchestration, Automation Platform, Integration System, Process Template, Automation Rule, Event Handler, Workflow Engine.

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References

2024-12

• Perplexity.ai
  • Question: What is an Automated Workflow System? What are its key components and benefits for businesses? Please explain how it streamlines operations, its main features, and provide examples of common applications across different departments. Also include information about how it compares to manual processes and its impact on efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
  • Answer: Workflow automation is a systematic approach to digitizing and streamlining repetitive business processes by using technology to execute tasks with minimal human intervention.
    • Key Components:
      • Process Design and Task Management:
        • Process mapping and optimization to identify automation opportunities.
        • Task sequencing with predefined steps and triggers.
        • Conditional logic for automated decision-making.
        • Data integration across multiple systems.
      • Execution Framework:
        • Trigger-based initiation (time-based or condition-based events).
        • Automated task routing and sequencing.
        • Real-time notifications and alerts.
        • Data processing and updates across systems.
    • Core Benefits:
      • Operational Excellence:
        • Reduces error rates to as low as 0.03%.
        • Saves up to 50% of operational costs.
        • Enables 24/7 task execution.
        • Improves accuracy in data processing and calculations.
      • Business Impact:
        • Enhances team collaboration and communication.
        • Provides better compliance and accountability.
        • Enables seamless scalability for growing operations.
        • Frees employees to focus on strategic work.
    • Common Applications:
      • Human Resources:
        • Employee onboarding processes.
        • Performance management.
        • Payroll change approvals.
        • Background checks.
      • Finance and Operations:
        • Expense approvals.
        • Invoice generation and processing.
        • Inventory management.
        • Accounts payable workflows.
  • Citations:

[1] https://goodspeed.studio/glossary/what-is-workflow-automation-workflow-automation-explained
[2] https://blog.procedureflow.com/automation/benefits-workflow-automation
[3] https://www.jotform.com/blog/workflow-automation-examples/
[4] https://blog.invgate.com/workflow-automation-how-to-get-started
[5] https://www.atlassian.com/agile/project-management/workflow-automation
[6] https://htasia.com/manual-workflow-vs-automated-workflow

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