timeline Phase Management

Configure workflow phases that perfectly match your business processes. Set up custom stages, define transitions, and establish business rules that ensure work flows smoothly from start to finish.

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route Smart Transitions
schedule SLA Management

lightbulb What It Does

Think of phases like the stations on an assembly line, but for your business processes. Each phase represents a specific step in your workflow where particular work gets done, specific people are responsible, and certain conditions must be met before moving forward.

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Phase Properties

Customize each phase with names, colors, descriptions, and visual indicators that make sense for your team.

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Transition Rules

Define which phases can follow others, creating simple linear flows or complex branching workflows.

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SLA Tracking

Set time limits for each phase with automatic alerts when deadlines approach or are missed.

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Business Rules

Enforce data requirements, approval conditions, and validation rules before work can progress.

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settings Phase Configuration Interface
Phase configuration interface showing phase properties panel with name, color, SLA settings, responsible teams, and transition rule configuration
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Visual Customization

Choose colors and names that make sense for your business. "Under Review" can be orange, "Approved" can be green.

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Responsibility Assignment

Assign specific team members, departments, or roles to each phase so everyone knows who handles what.

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Business Rules

Set requirements for data collection, approvals needed, or conditions that must be met before moving forward.

device_hub Workflow Flow Types

linear_scale Linear Workflow

Simple sequential flow where work moves through phases one by one.

Linear workflow diagram showing sequential flow: Submitted → Under Review → Approved → Completed

Example: Invoice processing where every invoice goes through the same approval steps.

account_tree Branching Workflow

Complex flow where work takes different paths based on conditions.

Branching workflow diagram showing decision point: Submitted → Review → (If >10k → Manager | If <10k → Auto-Approved)

Example: Expense approval where different amounts require different approval levels.

access_time SLA & Timer Management

schedule Response Time Tracking

Set target response times for each phase and track how quickly your team responds to new work.

  • check_circleFirst Response Time (FRET)
  • scheduleResolution Time (REST)
  • notification_importantEscalation Alerts
  • report_problemSLA Breach Notifications
insights Performance Insights

Track team performance and identify bottlenecks with comprehensive timing analytics.

  • analyticsAverage Time per Phase
  • trending_upTeam Performance Metrics
  • trafficBottleneck Identification
  • assessmentSLA Compliance Reports

business_center Phase Management by Department

trending_up Sales Pipeline Phases
1 Lead Qualification
2 Needs Assessment
3 Proposal Development
4 Negotiation
5 Closed Won

SLA Example: Respond to new leads within 2 hours, complete needs assessment within 3 days.

people HR Onboarding Phases
1 Documentation Review
2 System Access Setup
3 Equipment Assignment
4 Training Schedule
5 Onboarding Complete

SLA Example: Complete onboarding within 5 business days, setup systems within 24 hours.

account_balance Invoice Approval Phases
1 Invoice Received
2 Department Approval
3 Finance Review
4 Payment Processing
5 Paid & Recorded

SLA Example: Department approval within 2 days, finance review within 1 day.

star Why Phase Management Matters

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Clear Visibility

Everyone knows exactly where work stands and what needs to happen next. No more "what's the status?" emails.

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Process Consistency

Ensure every piece of work follows the same proven process, reducing errors and improving quality.

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Time Management

SLA tracking helps teams meet deadlines and identifies bottlenecks before they become problems.

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Smart Automation

Automated transitions and notifications mean less manual tracking and fewer things falling through cracks.