Writings and ramblings on SharePoint for those who are addicted to it!
The following are some high-level aspects to follow when mapping any SharePoint based process:
• Map out the process "as is"
• Eliminate any process-based exceptions
• Involve the core individuals who execute the process
• Create a draft then document it and share it
• Use the proper tool to map the process
• Capture examples for every step of the process
The following are the core aspects to ask when reviewing a SharePoint process:
• When does a process begin and end?
• What activities are part of moving the process forward?
• What departments or key stakeholders are involved in the process?
• What information is transferred between steps of the process?
The following are three key aspects that are needed for a SharePoint environment:
Management processes - need someone to manage the projects and processes.
Operational processes - need someone to review and maintain the core business processes.
Supporting processes - need someone to provide support and maintenance of the environment.
Worksheet
Container that makes up a set of tabular data and other
objects utilized in a workbook.
Worksheet image
Chart image, embedded in a worksheet or chart sheet.
Worksheet object
Object which is associated with a worksheet.
Workflow template
Definition of operations, arrangement of operations,
constraints, and timing for a specific process.
The following are SharePoint dictionary words of the day related to workflow task:
Workflow task
Action or task in a sequence which is related to a fixed or
user-defined business process.
Workflow task list
List which stores
the sequence of actions or tasks in regard to a business process.
The following is a SharePoint dictionary word of the day:
Workflow participant
User or group which is involved in a workflow.
