Workflow Model
This document describes the workflow model used by Orchestrator.
A workflow represents a structured sequence of automation actions that implement operational intent.
Workflow Concept
A workflow is a defined series of steps executed in order.
Typical workflow stages:
- receive request
- validate request
- execute automation tasks
- generate artifacts
- publish artifacts
- record results
Orchestrator manages the lifecycle of these steps.
Workflow Inputs
Workflows may receive input from several sources:
- manual operator requests
- scheduled automation
- documentation-driven tasks
- integration with external systems
Inputs define the operational work to be performed.
Workflow Actions
A workflow may perform multiple types of actions.
Examples include:
- executing scripts
- collecting data
- generating configuration files
- compiling software
- packaging artifacts
Each step should produce observable results.
Workflow Outputs
Outputs from workflows typically include:
- artifacts
- operational logs
- status records
Artifacts are delivered through DropBoxMini.
Workflow State
Workflows may exist in several states.
| State | Description |
|---|---|
| pending | awaiting execution |
| running | currently executing |
| completed | execution finished successfully |
| failed | execution failed |
State transitions should be recorded for traceability.
Workflow Traceability
Each workflow execution should record:
- workflow identifier
- execution start time
- execution end time
- operations performed
- artifacts generated
- success or failure status
This allows workflows to be audited and reviewed.
Design Principles
The workflow model follows several principles.
Repeatability
Workflows should produce consistent results when executed with the same inputs.
Observability
Workflow steps should produce logs and traceable results.
Incremental automation
Workflows may begin simple and evolve as automation capabilities grow.
Relationship to Other Components
Workflows interact with several Oryvin components.
WEIC provides intent and documentation.
Orchestrator executes workflows.
DropBoxMini delivers artifacts produced by workflows.
Infrastructure systems consume the artifacts.
Related Documents
- Operational Flow
- Evidence Model
- Orchestrator