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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.

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How to use it

  1. Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
  2. Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
  3. 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

  1. If any required inputs are missing, ask for them before starting.
  2. Outline the process from start to finish, breaking it into clear, sequential steps.
  3. For each step, specify the role responsible, any documentation or approvals required, and any software or tools used.
  4. Identify decision points and branches, showing how the process flows in different scenarios.
  5. 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.
  6. 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?