workflow-planning-process

To turn a validated specification into a structured implementation plan, this Skill synthesizes phases, tasks, and acceptance criteria into a gate-controlled planning artifact with explicit traceability and approval points.

Stage-gated planning is a methodology that divides implementation into bounded phases with explicit approval points. This ensures tasks and acceptance criteria are validated against the workflow manifest before proceeding to the next phase.

You can create phase boundaries and task tables from a project specification by referencing the workflow manifest and format references, converting the requirements into multi-phase task designs with clear acceptance criteria.

Yes, you can track planning manifest changes as tasks proceed through approval gates. The process logs changes to the planning manifest at each stage, ensuring continuous alignment and traceability throughout the workflow.

Yes, a validated specification is required before starting workflow planning. The process translates the provided specification into structured phases and tasks, meaning the initial requirements must be validated to ensure accurate phase design.