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Flowcharts The Language of Process

Flowcharts are visual diagrams that represent processes and workflows using standardized symbols, aiding in understanding, documentation, and optimization. They clarify complex processes, improve communication, and help identify inefficiencies. Best practices for effective flowcharts include clarity, conciseness, consistency, and readability.

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Flowcharts The Language of Process

Flowcharts are visual diagrams that represent processes and workflows using standardized symbols, aiding in understanding, documentation, and optimization. They clarify complex processes, improve communication, and help identify inefficiencies. Best practices for effective flowcharts include clarity, conciseness, consistency, and readability.

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Flowcharts: The

Language of Process
Flowcharts are visual representations of
processes and workflows, using standardized
symbols to illustrate the order of steps. They are
essential tools for understanding, documenting,
and optimizing processes in various fields.

by Bliza Borja
What is a Flowchart?
Definition Purpose
Flowcharts are visual diagrams that They help to clarify complex processes,
depict the sequence of steps involved in improve communication, and identify
a process. potential bottlenecks.
Benefits of Using Flowcharts
1 Clarity 2 Documentation
Flowcharts make processes easier to They provide a clear record of how a process works
understand for everyone involved.

3 Problem Solving 4 Collaboration


They help to identify and address Flowcharts facilitate collaboration by
inefficiencies in a process. providing a shared understanding of a
process.
Basic Flowchart Symbols

Start/End Process
Represents the Represents a step or
beginning or end of a activity in the process.
process.

Decision Input/Output
Represents a point Represents data
where a choice needs entering or leaving the
to be made. process.
Constructing a Flowchart
Define the Process 1
Clearly define the scope and
purpose of the process.
2 Identify Steps
Break down the process into
individual steps or activities.
Choose Symbols 3
Select the appropriate flowchart
symbols for each step.
4 Connect the Steps
Use arrows to show the flow of the proce
Review and Refine 5
ew the flowchart for clarity and accuracy.
Identifying Inputs and
Outputs
Inputs
What resources or information are
needed to start the process?

Outputs
What is the expected result of the process?
Mapping Decision Points
Decision
1 A point where a choice needs to be made.

Conditions
2
Define the conditions that trigger each outcome.

Outcomes
3
The possible results of the decision.
Visualizing Loops and Branches
Loops
1
Represent repetitive steps in a process.

Branches
2
Show alternative paths based on decision poin
Best Practices for
Effective Flowcharts
1 2
Clear Concise
Easy to understand and interpret. Avoid unnecessary
details or complexity.

3 4
Consistent Readable
Use standard symbolsUse legible fonts and spacing.
and conventions.
Applying Flowcharts in Real-World Scenario

E-commerce Software Development


Visualize the steps involved in online shopping.
Map the development lifecycle of a software application.

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