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==About MultiStep Tasks==
==About Multi Step Tasks==
Like a [[Process]], a MultiStep task can include User Tasks and Approval Steps. It can also branch backward to an earlier step when approval is refused. Just like a Process, each step in the MultiStep Task generates an entry for a designated user, either in the form of a task to carry out, or an approval to grant (or withhold) after reviewing case data.
Like a [[Process]], a Multi Step task can include User Tasks and Approval Steps. It can also branch backward to an earlier step when approval is refused. Just like a Process, each step in the Multi Step Task generates an entry for a designated user, either in the form of a task to carry out, or an approval to grant (or withhold) after reviewing case data.


Of course, a MultiStep Task doesn't include advanced features like parallel paths--but then, there is no need to create a flowchart (or [[Process Model]]), no need to define a Process as part of the Case Management system, and no need start the process using a Rule or an additional user action. Just create the MultiStep Task, and go!
Of course, a Multi Step Task doesn't include advanced features like parallel paths--but then, there is no need to create a flowchart (or [[Process Model]]), no need to define a Process as part of the Case Management system, and no need start the process using a Rule or an additional user action. Just create the Multi Step Task, and go!


==Working with MultiStep Tasks==
==Working with Multi Step Tasks==


===Creating a MultiStep Task===
===Creating a Multi Step Task===
# When viewing a case, click '''Add Task'''
# When viewing a case, click '''Add Task'''
# In the dialog that appears, select '''Multi Step'''
# In the dialog that appears, select '''Multi Step'''
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# Click '''[Save]'''.<br>The underlying process is immediately launched. As each step is completed, the task for the next step is generated.
# Click '''[Save]'''.<br>The underlying process is immediately launched. As each step is completed, the task for the next step is generated.


===Completing Steps in a MultiStep Task===
===Completing Steps in a Multi Step Task===
When viewing a case:
When viewing a case:
:* Tasks that are assigned to a specific user appear in the sidebar under '''My Tasks'''.
:* Tasks that are assigned to a specific user appear in the sidebar under '''My Tasks'''.

Revision as of 23:52, 5 June 2013

About Multi Step Tasks

Like a Process, a Multi Step task can include User Tasks and Approval Steps. It can also branch backward to an earlier step when approval is refused. Just like a Process, each step in the Multi Step Task generates an entry for a designated user, either in the form of a task to carry out, or an approval to grant (or withhold) after reviewing case data.

Of course, a Multi Step Task doesn't include advanced features like parallel paths--but then, there is no need to create a flowchart (or Process Model), no need to define a Process as part of the Case Management system, and no need start the process using a Rule or an additional user action. Just create the Multi Step Task, and go!

Working with Multi Step Tasks

Creating a Multi Step Task

  1. When viewing a case, click Add Task
  2. In the dialog that appears, select Multi Step
  3. Give this (miniature) process a Title
  4. For each step:
    • Provide a Description for the task
    • Specify the User or Team assigned to carry it out
    • Optionally, specify a Due Date
    • Designate it as a User Step or an Approval Step
    • For an Approval Step, specify which Step is next, after a rejection.
      (The rejection can branch backward to an earlier step, or forward to a later one.)
  5. To add additional steps, click [Add Step]]
  6. Click [Save].
    The underlying process is immediately launched. As each step is completed, the task for the next step is generated.

Completing Steps in a Multi Step Task

When viewing a case:

  • Tasks that are assigned to a specific user appear in the sidebar under My Tasks.
  • Tasks that are assigned to a team appear in the section under it: More Tasks.

User Steps are accompanied by a [Complete] button.

Approval Steps are accompanied by buttons to [Approve]] or [Reject].