Flow

Flow in Inistate is a set of defined transitions between States that represent the lifecycle of an entity, dictating how it can move from one State to another.

The area within the red frame highlights the Flow panel.

Usage

• Flow Configuration: Each Flow defines valid transitions, ensuring entities follow an expected path.

• Conditional Transitions: Some Flows allow conditional steps where specific criteria must be met for transitions to occur.

Examples

Example 1: Medication Log Flow

Example of Flow for Medication Log

Flow

Current State	Action	Next State
Not Started	Start	In Progress
In Progress	Finish	Completed
In Progress	Refill	Refill Pending
Refill Pending	Done	In Progress
In Progress	Discontinued	Discontinued

Example 2: Leave Application Flow

Example of Flow for Leave Application

Current State	Action	Next State
Submitted	Approve	Approved
Submitted	Reject	Rejected
(Any State)	Cancel	Canceled

Best Practices

• Sequential: Ensure Flows progress logically, allowing smooth transitions.

• Fallback Paths: Where applicable, include fallback paths to handle unexpected scenarios.

• Documentation: Document each Flow to ensure all team members understand the process.