Request approval workflow: illustrated guide

A typical request moves from creation and supporting evidence to manager review, finance review, and final processing. Your organization’s approval path may vary by amount, department, location, project, or request type.

Approvers should review the purpose, amount or quantity, evidence, budget, policy compliance, and conflicts of interest. Approval confirms authorization at that stage; it does not necessarily confirm payment or completion.

Generic five-stage request approval workflow from creation through evidence, manager review, finance review, and processing.

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