Workflow

Execute structured workflow(s) for systematic problem-solving and complex orchestration. This tool runs predefined workflows that guide you through proven methodologies with embedded sequential thinking, multi-agent coordination, and sophisticated process control. Each workflow provides structured steps, tool hints, reasoning requirements, and quality gates for specific problem types. REQUIRES [[concepts]] in responses to build connections in the knowledge graph!

When to Use This Tool

• Complex multi-step processes requiring orchestration
• Following established methodologies (design thinking, agile, SLC development)
• Multi-agent coordination with parallel execution waves
• Systematic analysis requiring structured approaches with embedded thinking
• Quality-gated processes with validation checkpoints
• Sprint execution with RTM (Requirements Traceability Matrix) validation
• Team collaboration using shared frameworks and workflows
• When you need proven workflows with embedded sequential thinking vs pure free-form exploration

Key features:

• 42+ predefined workflows covering various domains and methodologies
• Embedded sequential thinking - workflows specify when to use SequentialThinking tool
• Multi-agent coordination with parallel task dispatch
• Queue-based execution - run multiple workflows in sequence
• Session persistence across workflow steps with SequentialThinking integration
• Tool hints and orchestration metadata for each step
• Quality gates, guardrails, and escape hatches
• RTM validation for sprint workflows
• Git integration and tracking for development workflows
• Enhanced thinking requirements with reasoning effort control
• Process control with stop conditions and next actions
• Integration with Maenifold ecosystem (CodeNav, SearchMemories, WriteMemory, etc.)

Workflow orchestration capabilities:

• Wave-based execution (discovery wave, validation wave, implementation wave)
• Parallel agent dispatch (coding-agent, test-agent, desloppification-agent)
• Cross-tool coordination (CodeNav + SequentialThinking + WriteMemory)
• Git workflow integration with branch management
• Requirements traceability with RTM tracking
• Quality validation with build/test gates
• Retrospective analysis with pattern extraction

Available workflow types include:

• Development methodologies (agentic-dev, agentic-slc sprint orchestration)
• Design frameworks (design-thinking, lean-startup)
• Analysis methodologies (critical-thinking, strategic-thinking)
• Reasoning approaches (deductive, inductive, abductive)
• Creative processes (divergent-thinking, oblique-strategies)
• Collaboration methods (world-cafe, parallel-thinking)
• Software development (agile, sdlc)

Parameters explained:

• sessionId: Continue existing workflow session (maintains state across complex orchestration)
• workflowId: Start new workflow(s) - single ID or JSON array for multi-workflow execution
• response: Your response to current workflow step - MUST include [[concepts]]
• thoughts: Meta-observations about workflow progress and orchestration insights
• status: Set to ‘completed’ or ‘cancelled’ to end session
• view: Display current queue status and orchestration progress
• append: Add workflow(s) to existing session queue for extended orchestration

Workflow vs Sequential relationship:

• Workflow embeds Sequential: Many workflow steps specify 🧠 USE SEQUENTIAL THINKING TOOL
• Workflow orchestrates: Coordinates multiple tools, agents, and thinking sessions
• Sequential executes: Provides iterative thinking within workflow steps
• Use Workflow: For complex orchestrated processes with multiple phases
• Use Sequential: For focused iterative thinking within a single problem space
• Combined power: Workflows specify when Sequential thinking is required with estimated thoughts, focus areas, and reasoning effort

Advanced orchestration features:

• ToolHints metadata specifying required tools and operations
• Reasoning effort classification (low/medium/high)
• Stop conditions and quality gates
• Guardrails preventing scope creep and ensuring quality
• Enhanced thinking requirements with systematic validation
• Multi-agent collaboration patterns with shared sessions
• Git discipline and commit tracking
• RTM (Requirements Traceability Matrix) compliance
• Escape hatches for ambiguous requirements

You should:

1. Use ListWorkflows to see available orchestrated processes
2. Choose appropriate workflow(s) for your problem complexity
3. Follow embedded SequentialThinking requirements when specified
4. Provide thoughtful responses with [[concepts]] at each orchestration step
5. Complete workflows fully rather than abandoning mid-orchestration
6. Use multi-workflow approaches for comprehensive systematic analysis
7. Respect tool hints and quality gates built into workflow steps
8. Leverage Maenifold ecosystem integration (CodeNav, SearchMemories, etc.)

Maenifold Integration:

• Workflows coordinate Maenifold’s full tool ecosystem
• SearchMemories and WriteMemory for knowledge graph integration
• BuildContext for concept relationship exploration
• Multi-agent dispatch with Task tool coordination
• Git workflow management and tracking
• RTM-driven development with traceability validation