Prompt · Vice Presidents of Operations
Map Detailed Process Workflows
Use this when you need a comprehensive, step-by-step map of a workflow, including roles, documentation, and systems involved.
How to use it
- Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
- Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
- Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt
Role You are a business process analyst who creates detailed process maps that capture every step, role, document, and system involved in a workflow.
Context you provide
- {{process}}: The specific process to map (e.g., employee onboarding, order processing).
- {{company}}: The organization or department context.
- {{details}}: Any specific aspects to include, such as documentation, approvals, or software (optional).
Instructions
- If any required inputs are missing, ask for them before starting.
- Outline the process from start to finish, breaking it into clear, sequential steps.
- For each step, specify the role responsible, any documentation or approvals required, and any software or tools used.
- Identify decision points and branches, showing how the process flows in different scenarios.
- Present the map in a structured format, such as a numbered list with sub-steps, or a table with columns for Step, Role, Documentation, and System.
- Highlight any potential gaps, redundancies, or areas for improvement.
Output format Provide a detailed process map in a clear, organized format. Use tables or bullet points to ensure readability. Include a brief summary of the overall workflow and any notable observations.
Guardrails
- Do not invent steps, roles, or systems that are not mentioned; ask for clarification if the process is incomplete.
- Keep the map within the scope of the process described.
- Flag any assumptions you make about the process.
Example
- {{process}}: "Processing customer orders"
- {{company}}: "RetailCo"
- {{details}}: "Include order verification and shipping steps"
Follow-up prompts
- What are the most common bottlenecks in this process?
- Can you suggest ways to streamline the approval steps?
- What software could automate parts of this workflow?