1 Introduction

Process is a process management system based on the use of predefined templates for Processes, Briefs, and Activities:

• Processes can be a single process or a combination of sub-processes. They may end with the product-specific elements which can be linked to the product record.

• Within each of these elements, in the Process or End Process template, there are key details entered plus a list of activities.

• Each Activity has a specified number of working days, responsibilities, keys, gates (locks), Activity indicators, and so on, which when added together, create a critical path and process time line.

• Wherever possible, the commencement/completion of an Activity automatically updates the Process workflow. This reduces the need for users to access the process plan and separately confirm tasks have been commenced/completed.