Workflow
The IT Operations Workflow Engine
Application Status
Early Development

Workflow

The IT Operations Workflow Engine

Workflow is a next-generation IT Operations Workflow Engine designed to bridge the gap between IT Service Management and the execution of operational work.

Rather than replacing existing ITSM platforms, Workflow complements them by providing structured, repeatable workflows that guide engineers through every stage of an operational task, ensuring work is carried out consistently, safely and with a complete audit trail.

Development Roadmap

Current application delivery status

Version 0.1 Early Development
Foundation
  • Flask application
  • Production hosting
  • HTTPS
  • Reverse proxy
  • Application framework
Current Development
  • Workflow engine
  • Workflow templates
  • Parent / Child task model
  • Operational dashboard
Planned
  • Runbook library
  • Workflow designer
  • Halo integration
  • REST API
  • Reporting
  • Notifications
  • Role-based security

Our Vision

Traditional ITSM platforms excel at governing work through approvals, risk assessments and change records.

Workflow focuses on what happens after approval.

Its purpose is to help IT teams execute work in a structured and repeatable way by combining workflow automation, task management, operational runbooks and reusable templates into a single platform.

Whether performing a server upgrade, implementing a firewall change, renewing certificates or onboarding a new employee, Workflow provides a consistent framework that ensures every step is completed correctly and documented appropriately.

Planned Capabilities

Core platform areas intended to support repeatable operational execution.

Structured Workflows

Build reusable workflows that standardise operational activities across the IT department.

Parent & Child Task Management

Break complex activities into manageable tasks, each with its own owner, notes, evidence, attachments and completion history.

Workflow Templates

Create reusable templates for common operational activities.

Operational Runbooks

Capture proven procedures once and reuse them whenever similar work is required.

Evidence & Audit Trail

Record implementation notes, screenshots, logs and supporting evidence against individual tasks, providing complete operational traceability.

ITSM Integration

Designed to integrate with ITSM platforms such as Halo while Workflow manages operational execution.

Workflow Templates

Example operational domains intended for reusable templates.

Microsoft 365
Active Directory
Intune
Windows Server
SQL Server
Networking
Firewall Changes
DNS
Certificate Renewals
Application Deployment
Joiners
Leavers
Major Incident
Disaster Recovery
Maintenance Windows

Guiding Principles

Product design principles for operational clarity and control.

Consistency

Every engineer follows the same proven process.

Visibility

Operational progress is always visible.

Accountability

Every task has an owner and complete history.

Reusability

Operational knowledge becomes reusable organisational knowledge.

Mission Statement

Workflow transforms operational knowledge into structured, repeatable workflows that enable IT teams to plan, execute and document work consistently, safely and efficiently.