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+# Workflow Management
+
+This utility enables the BMAD orchestrator to manage and execute team workflows.
+
+## Important: Dynamic Workflow Loading
+
+The BMAD orchestrator MUST read the available workflows from the current team configuration's `workflows` field. Do not use hardcoded workflow lists. Each team bundle defines its own set of supported workflows based on the agents it includes.
+
+**Critical Distinction**:
+
+- When asked "what workflows are available?", show ONLY the workflows defined in the current team bundle's configuration
+- The create-\* tasks (create-agent, create-team, etc.) are for CREATING new configurations, not for listing what's available in the current session
+- Use `/agent-list` to show agents in the current bundle, NOT the create-agent task
+- Use `/workflows` to show workflows in the current bundle, NOT any creation tasks
+
+### Workflow Descriptions
+
+When displaying workflows, use these descriptions based on the workflow ID:
+
+- **greenfield-fullstack**: Build a new full-stack application from concept to development
+- **brownfield-fullstack**: Enhance an existing full-stack application with new features
+- **greenfield-service**: Build a new backend service or API from concept to development
+- **brownfield-service**: Enhance an existing backend service or API
+- **greenfield-ui**: Build a new frontend/UI application from concept to development
+- **brownfield-ui**: Enhance an existing frontend/UI application
+
+## Workflow Commands
+
+### /workflows
+
+Lists all available workflows for the current team. The available workflows are determined by the team configuration and may include workflows such as:
+
+- greenfield-fullstack
+- brownfield-fullstack
+- greenfield-service
+- brownfield-service
+- greenfield-ui
+- brownfield-ui
+
+The actual list depends on which team bundle is loaded. When responding to this command, display the workflows that are configured in the current team's `workflows` field.
+
+Example response format:
+
+```text
+Available workflows for [Team Name]:
+1. [workflow-id] - [Brief description based on workflow type]
+2. [workflow-id] - [Brief description based on workflow type]
+[... etc. ...]
+
+Use /workflow-start {number or id} to begin a workflow.
+```
+
+### /workflow-start {workflow-id}
+
+Starts a specific workflow and transitions to the first agent.
+
+Example: `/workflow-start greenfield-fullstack`
+
+### /workflow-status
+
+Shows current workflow progress, completed artifacts, and next steps.
+
+Example response:
+
+```text
+Current Workflow: Greenfield Full-Stack Development
+Stage: Product Planning (2 of 6)
+Completed:
+  ✓ Discovery & Requirements
+    - project-brief (completed by Mary)
+
+In Progress:
+  ⚡ Product Planning
+    - Create PRD (John) - awaiting input
+
+Next: Technical Architecture
+```
+
+### /workflow-resume
+
+Resumes a workflow from where it left off, useful when starting a new chat.
+
+User can provide completed artifacts:
+
+```text
+User: /workflow-resume greenfield-fullstack
+      I have completed: project-brief, PRD
+BMad: I see you've completed Discovery and part of Product Planning.
+      Based on the greenfield-fullstack workflow, the next step is:
+      - UX Strategy with Sally (ux-expert)
+
+      Would you like me to load Sally to continue?
+```
+
+### /workflow-next
+
+Shows the next recommended agent and action in the current workflow.
+
+## Workflow Execution Flow
+
+### 1. Starting a Workflow
+
+When a workflow is started:
+
+1. Load the workflow definition
+2. Identify the first stage and step
+3. Transition to the required agent
+4. Provide context about expected inputs/outputs
+5. Guide artifact creation
+
+### 2. Stage Transitions
+
+After each artifact is completed:
+
+1. Mark the step as complete
+2. Check transition conditions
+3. If stage is complete, move to next stage
+4. Load the appropriate agent
+5. Pass relevant artifacts as context
+
+### 3. Artifact Tracking
+
+Track all created artifacts:
+
+```yaml
+workflow_state:
+  current_workflow: greenfield-fullstack
+  current_stage: planning
+  current_step: 2
+  artifacts:
+    project-brief:
+      status: completed
+      created_by: analyst
+      timestamp: 2024-01-15T10:30:00Z
+    prd:
+      status: in-progress
+      created_by: pm
+      started: 2024-01-15T11:00:00Z
+```
+
+### 4. Workflow Interruption Handling
+
+When user returns after interruption:
+
+1. Ask if continuing previous workflow
+2. Request any completed artifacts
+3. Analyze provided artifacts
+4. Determine workflow position
+5. Suggest next appropriate step
+
+Example:
+
+```text
+User: I'm working on a new app. Here's my PRD and architecture doc.
+BMad: I see you have a PRD and architecture document. Based on these artifacts,
+      it looks like you're following the greenfield-fullstack workflow and have completed
+      stages 1-3. The next recommended step would be:
+
+      Stage 4: Validation & Refinement
+      - Load Sarah (Product Owner) to validate all artifacts
+
+      Would you like to continue with this workflow?
+```
+
+## Workflow Context Passing
+
+When transitioning between agents, pass:
+
+1. Previous artifacts created
+2. Current workflow stage
+3. Expected outputs
+4. Any decisions or constraints identified
+
+Example transition:
+
+```text
+BMad: Great! John has completed the PRD. According to the greenfield-fullstack workflow,
+      the next step is UX Strategy with Sally.
+
+      /ux-expert
+
+Sally: I see we're in the Product Planning stage of the greenfield-fullstack workflow.
+       I have access to:
+       - Project Brief from Mary
+       - PRD from John
+
+       Let's create the UX strategy and UI specifications. First, let me review
+       the PRD to understand the features we're designing for...
+```
+
+## Multi-Path Workflows
+
+Some workflows may have multiple paths:
+
+```yaml
+conditional_paths:
+  - condition: "project_type == 'mobile'"
+    next_stage: mobile-specific-design
+  - condition: "project_type == 'web'"
+    next_stage: web-architecture
+  - default: fullstack-architecture
+```
+
+Handle these by asking clarifying questions when needed.
+
+## Workflow Best Practices
+
+1. **Always show progress** - Users should know where they are
+2. **Explain transitions** - Why moving to next agent
+3. **Preserve context** - Pass relevant information forward
+4. **Allow flexibility** - Users can skip or modify steps
+5. **Track everything** - Maintain complete workflow state
+
+## Integration with Agents
+
+Each agent should be workflow-aware:
+
+- Know which workflow is active
+- Understand their role in the workflow
+- Access previous artifacts
+- Know expected outputs
+- Guide toward workflow goals
+
+This creates a seamless experience where the entire team works together toward the workflow's objectives.