# Document Review & Approval Process

## Overview
This process handles the review and approval workflow for various document types within the organization.

## Process Flow
1. **Document Submission**: User submits a document for review
2. **Format Validation**: Automated validation of document format and structure
3. **Review**: Designated reviewers assess the document content
4. **Approval Determination**: Business rules determine required approval levels based on document type and value
5. **Decision**: Document is approved, rejected, or sent back for revision
6. **Publication**: Approved documents are published to the appropriate repository

## Key Features
- Automated format validation
- Dynamic approval routing based on document type and value
- Exception handling through CMMN case management
- Multiple outcome paths (approve/reject/revise)

## Approval Levels
- **Standard**: Single manager approval for routine documents
- **Manager**: Department manager approval for low-value transactions
- **Senior Management**: Director/VP approval for medium-value transactions
- **Executive**: C-level approval for high-value or critical documents
- **Legal**: Legal counsel approval for contracts and compliance documents
- **Technical**: Engineering leadership approval for technical specifications

## Document Types Supported
- Contracts and Purchase Orders
- Financial Statements
- Legal Agreements and NDAs
- HR Policies
- Technical Specifications
- Marketing Materials
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Training Materials

## Exception Handling
When issues arise during the review process, a CMMN case is created to manage:
- Format correction
- Missing information requests
- Reviewer reassignment
- Stakeholder escalation
- Resolution verification