A workflow is a diagram with states and transitions (see the concepts section).

A workflow can only be created on a Package or a Component.

To create a workflow, select a Package or a Component then run the " workflow_16.png Workflow > Create a workflow…​" command:

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  1. Enter the workflow name. Allowed characters: 'a' à 'z', 'A' à 'Z', '0' à '9', '.', '_' and ' '.

  2. Enter the workflow version in V.R.C format.

  3. Add the types of elements which can be enrolled in the workflow:

    • The '^' option is used to defined whether the workflow can be applied to the metaclass only or also to its sub-metaclasses.

    • The 'Metaclass' field is used to define the metaclass (element type) the workflow can apply to.

    • The '^' option is used to defined whether the workflow can be applied to the stereotype only or also to its sub-stereotype.

    • The 'Stereotype' field is used to define the stereotype the workflow can apply to.

  4. Enter the workflow description.

  5. Click on 'OK'.

Upon creating the workflow, Modelio generates a workflow diagram which contains a pseudo state and an initial state. These states are essential for the proper functioning of the workflow: when an element is enrolled, it goes to 'Initial' state.

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To complete the diagram, just create the desired states and transitions, and end the workflow with a final state:

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  1. Diagram palette: where to pick elements to create.

  2. Transition : the transition name must be relevant (i.e. recall the action or condition allowing the state change). It’s recommended to add a description via the Workflow property view .

  3. State: the state name has to be unique in the workflow. It’s recommended to add a description via the Workflow property view .

  4. Final state: this state completes the workflow.