restrictedworkflow

noun

UK /rɪˈstrɪktɪd ˈwɜːkfləʊ/

US /rɪˈstrɪktɪd ˈwɜːrkfloʊ/

A restricted workflow is a set of steps you can only do in a certain way.

The teacher set up a restricted workflow so students could only use the safe apps.

SYNONYMS

limited process controlled procedure locked sequence fixed routine

RELATED WORDS

approval permission rules steps access

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A work process that only certain people are allowed to use.

Only managers can start the restricted workflow for refunds.

3. A computer task that is blocked until someone gives permission.

The restricted workflow stopped the file from being shared outside the team.

4. A set of steps with strict limits on what can be changed.

Because of the restricted workflow, we could not skip the review step.