How Do You Construct A Process Flow Map?
Process flow maps are an excellent way to document repeatable processes. By creating solid, tested process flows, employees will have a simple visual reference for solving questions relating to business processes. Define the input, or trigger, for the start of the business process. This is the situation or activity that will indicate the start of a business process. Valid triggers will differ but are often a phone call, request for information, or need for a deliverable. Insert a terminator, or oval. This is the start of your process. Decide if the next step in your process is an action or a decision. Insert a process box if the next step is an action or process. Process boxes are usually rectangular. If this step is a process documented on a different flow chart, use a predefined process box. A predefined process box is a rectangle with an extra line on either end to indicate that there is another predefined process that must be executed before continuing in the flow. Insert a decisio
