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These processes can be complex and confusing.\u003Cbr>Process maps can provide a tool for training new regulatory staff on existing processes, communicating steps and expectations to permit applicants, or working internally to improve systems management for the permitting process.\u003Cbr>To this end, ASWM has developed this resource as a guide to assist states and tribes review and document their permitting processes, develop them into visual process maps, and facilitate communications about the permitting process. | \u003Cbr>Contents Of This Guide:\u003Cbr>• What Is A Process Map?\u003Cbr>• How Can A Process Map Be Used To Improve Systems?\u003Cbr>• How Process Maps Are Developed\u003Cbr>• Common Protocols And Symbols Used In Process Mapping\u003Cbr>• Tools To Develop Your Process Map\u003Cbr>• Suggested Next Steps For States And Tribes Once Process Maps Are Made\u003Cbr>• Example Process Maps\u003Cbr>• Process Map Template |\n\n| What is a process map?\u003Cbr>A process map1 is a planning and management tool that visually describes the flow of work. It depicts the series of events which produce a desired result highlighting the steps, decisions, resources and parties involved. Commonly used to formalize, communicate and evaluate organizational processes, process maps offer a simplified visual representation of often complex tasks.“Increased visibility [of a process] improves communication and understanding, and provides a common frame of reference for those involved...”2 As such, process maps can help different parties agree on the steps of a process, reveal areas for improvement, and establish performance measures to ensure an effective and efficient process. | |\n| --- | --- |\n| How Process Maps can be used to Improve Systems\u003Cbr>Process maps can be used to improve systems in three main ways; documentation, communication, and trouble shooting. Advancement in each of these areas can help both internal and external stakeholders better navigate your State or Tribe’s permitting process.\u003Cbr>DOCUMENTATION: Organizational processes are often verbally relayed to employees during onboarding with little formal documentation provided. However, capturing this institutional knowledge is essential in the face of workforce turnover and varying levels of experience among new hires, consultants and permit applicants. Creating a process map presents an opportunity to define and formalize the who, what, where, when and why of the designated workflow. This internal infrastructure provides clarity for all parties involved and promotes both consistency and efficiency throughout the process.\u003Cbr>COMMUNICATION: Process maps communicate the steps of the formalized process to both internal and external stakeholders. For example, they can be used to train new employees, inform permit applicants, or support interagency coordination. In addition, process maps can be used to convey responsibility for each step of the process, establishing performance expectations and accountability. The transparency of a formalized process map ensures everyone involved has a shared understanding of the process, an important component when working to establish collaboration and cooperation among varying parties. |  |\n| 1 A process map may be called by a range of different terms, such as flowchart, process flowchart, process ","cbCairlIEhMW1Tel","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCairlIEhMW1Tel","pdf",650220,"English","# What Is A Process Map?\n## How Can a Process Map Be Used to Improve Systems?\n## How Process Maps Are Developed","[{\"question\":\"What is a process map and what does it show in a permitting workflow?\",\"answer\":\"A process map is a planning and management tool that visually describes the flow of work. 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