Optimizing smooth workflows
Look at ways you can improve good processes.
To optimize the workflow, use the data you collected at the beginning about how long a task should take vs. how long it actually takes and other ways to measure success or failure.
Model new workflows with the improvements you want to make to estimate the impact of the outcome.
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