processdescribed

Processdescribed is a term used in knowledge management and documentation to refer to the description of a process. It documents how work is performed, including the sequence of activities, decision points, inputs and outputs, the resources required, and the roles responsible for execution. As an artifact or an act, processdescribed can take multiple forms, from narrative prose to graphical models, but its goal is to provide a clear, reproducible representation of how a process operates.

Key components typically included in a processdescribed description are the purpose or objective, scope, a step-by-step list of activities and their order, decision rules or branching conditions, inputs and outputs for each step, data flows, required resources (people, tools, facilities), roles or actors, time constraints, and performance metrics or controls. Descriptions should specify interfaces with other processes and any assumptions or constraints. The level of detail is guided by audience and use case, ranging from high-level overviews for training to detailed procedures for operators.

Formats and methods vary: narratives, flowcharts, BPMN diagrams, UML activity diagrams, and data flow representations are common; orthogonal notations may be used for integration with automation or software development work. Processdescribed work supports process modeling, improvement initiatives, compliance efforts, training, and automation efforts, serving as a basis for audits, simulations, and workflow execution.

Maintenance involves versioning, reviews, and linkage to related artifacts such as process models, standards, and performance data.