Workflows Overview
Workflows in DebtRecoup are step-by-step processes for completing common tasks. This section provides detailed instructions for various system operations.
Available Workflows
Communication Workflows
- Sending Emails - Email communication process
- Making Calls - Call logging and documentation
- Generating Letters - Letter creation and mailing
Payment Workflows
- Processing Payments - Recording payments
- Payment Plans - Setting up recurring payments
- Refunds - Processing payment reversals
Account Management Workflows
- Setting Work Dates - Scheduling account work
- Adding Notes - Documenting account activity
- Status Changes - Updating account status
Administrative Workflows
- Account Assignment - Reassigning accounts
- Bulk Updates - Multiple account changes
- Report Generation - Creating reports
Understanding Workflows
Workflow Components
Each workflow consists of:
- Prerequisites - What's needed before starting
- Steps - Sequential actions to complete
- Results - What happens when complete
- Troubleshooting - Common issues and solutions
Modal-Based Workflows
Many workflows use modal windows:
- Click button to open modal
- Fill in required fields
- Submit to process
- Modal closes on completion
Multi-Step Workflows
Some processes require multiple steps:
- Each step builds on previous
- Progress indicators show status
- Can save and resume
- Validation at each step
Common Workflow Elements
Required Fields
- Marked with asterisks (*)
- Must be completed to proceed
- Validation messages if missing
- Tab order includes all required fields
Optional Fields
- Provide additional information
- Can be skipped
- May affect available options
- Can be updated later
Field Validation
- Real-time validation
- Format requirements
- Business rule checks
- Clear error messages
Workflow Navigation
Starting a Workflow
- Click the appropriate button
- Modal or page opens
- Review any pre-filled data
- Begin entering information
Moving Through Steps
- Tab between fields
- Click Next for multi-step
- Previous to go back
- Cancel to exit
Completing Workflows
- Review entered data
- Click Submit/Save
- Wait for confirmation
- Note any reference numbers
Data Entry
Text Fields
- Type directly
- Copy/paste supported
- Auto-formatting may apply
- Character limits shown
Dropdown Menus
- Click to open options
- Type to search
- Select single option
- Required selections marked
Date Fields
- Click for calendar
- Type in format shown
- Use arrows to navigate
- Today button available
Amount Fields
- Enter numbers only
- Decimal automatically placed
- Thousand separators added
- Currency symbol shown
Workflow States
Draft State
- Partially completed
- Can save progress
- Resume later
- Not submitted
Pending State
- Submitted for processing
- Awaiting system action
- Cannot be edited
- Can be cancelled
Complete State
- Successfully processed
- Results available
- Can be referenced
- May trigger other actions
Error State
- Processing failed
- Error message shown
- Can retry
- May need correction
Confirmation & Results
Success Messages
- Appear after completion
- Include reference numbers
- Provide next steps
- Can be dismissed
Error Messages
- Explain what went wrong
- Suggest corrections
- Allow retry
- Include error codes
Receipts & Confirmations
- Generated automatically
- Can be printed
- Saved in system
- Emailed if configured
Workflow Permissions
Role-Based Access
- Available based on user role
- Some workflows restricted
- Approval may be required
- Audit trail maintained
Conditional Availability
- Based on account status
- Time-based restrictions
- Prerequisite workflows
- System state
Automation Features
Auto-Population
- Fields filled from account data
- Previous values remembered
- Smart defaults
- Template selection
Triggered Actions
- Workflows can trigger others
- Automatic notifications
- Status updates
- Follow-up scheduling
Best Practices
Data Accuracy
- Double-check entries
- Verify amounts
- Confirm selections
- Review before submitting
Documentation
- Complete all relevant fields
- Add notes when helpful
- Keep references
- Document exceptions
Common Issues
Workflow Won't Start
- Check permissions
- Verify prerequisites
- Check account status
- Clear browser cache
Can't Complete Workflow
- Check required fields
- Verify data formats
- Look for error messages
- Check system status
Lost Progress
- Check for auto-save
- Look in drafts
- Use browser back
- Contact support
Workflow History
Viewing History
- Check account log
- Review completed workflows
- See who performed
- Track timestamps
Auditing
- All workflows logged
- Changes tracked
- User identified
- Reversals noted
Related Topics
- Sending Emails - Email workflow details
- Processing Payments - Payment workflow
- Setting Work Dates - Scheduling workflow
- Navigation Basics - Speed up workflows