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

Promise is developing a software product called MUSE, which integrates Gen AI into the production workflow. —Brian Welk, IndieWire, 19 Nov. 2024

Anyone who's ever dreamed of having the power to turn complex ideas into clear visuals, instantly streamline project workflow, and enhance team collaboration can call this a holiday miracle. —New Atlas, 5 Nov. 2024

Don't miss out on these amazing savings to enhance your workflow and keep your data safe while on the go. —Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024

And in the wake of overhauling your entire workflow, there are exchanges and transactions occurring that aren’t so cut and dry. —Steph Koyfman, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1921, in the meaning defined above