Frequently asked questions

Is this just ChatGPT with a different interface?

No. Cadence Flow runs your workflow description through a structured Lean Six Sigma diagnostic framework. The output is not a generic AI summary. It is a structured report with an Executive Finding, Root Cause Findings with evidence confidence, Gate Verdicts, Intervention Sequence, Implementation Path, Control Requirements, and Next Best Action.

What is the difference between the quick intake and the guided interview?

The quick intake asks six fixed questions and produces a diagnostic report in two to three minutes. The guided diagnostic interview asks the same core questions but adapts based on your answers — if you provide strong measurement evidence, it asks targeted follow-ups to tighten the analysis. If your answers are vague, it asks for specifics before proceeding. Both paths produce the same structured report. The guided interview typically produces a sharper diagnostic because the intake is more thorough.

Can I save my progress during the guided interview?

Yes. During the guided interview you can click Save & exit at any point. Your progress is saved to My Workflows and you can resume from exactly where you left off. If you close the browser without saving, your progress is lost.

What kinds of workflows can I analyze?

Any business process where work moves between steps, people, or systems. Common examples include approval flows, onboarding processes, reporting cycles, client intake, invoicing, handoffs between teams, hiring workflows, and operations processes. If it has steps and produces an outcome, Cadence Flow can analyze it.

Do I need Lean Six Sigma training to use it?

No. You describe the problem in plain language. Cadence Flow handles the methodology. The report is written for operational readability, and recommendations are translated into what to change, who owns it, and how to start.

What if my process is a mess?

That is exactly the right candidate. Cadence Flow is designed for processes that are undocumented, inconsistent, or breaking under pressure. The more friction and confusion in a workflow, the more specific and valuable the analysis will be.

How accurate is the analysis?

Every analysis is a macro-level assessment based on your description, not a statistically validated study. Findings are practical observations and recommendations grounded in Lean methodology. The more detail you provide, the more specific and accurate the output will be. Use it as a structured starting point, not a final audit.

What does the diagnostic report include?

Every report includes: Executive Finding (the named failure mechanism), Root Cause Findings (separated from symptoms, with evidence confidence), Gate Verdicts (redesign readiness, enforcement fit, AI readiness), Intervention Sequence (ordered by dependency with gating conditions), Implementation Path (who executes, with what tools, what done looks like), Control Requirements (metrics, thresholds, cadence, escalation), Unresolved Risks, and a Next Best Action.

What is the Architecture Blueprint?

The architecture blueprint extends the diagnostic into current-state tool and role design, automation position, and the path to a more capable operating stack. It is not a detached technology recommendation. It is generated from the same diagnostic logic and is only available when the workflow is structurally ready for that next step.

What do I actually walk away with?

A structured operational report, not a chat transcript. The in-app view shows the key findings. The full report page presents the complete brief as a standalone document you can share. If the architecture blueprint is included, it has its own dedicated page as well.

What do beta users get?

Beta users get full access to the diagnostic engine. Every analysis produces the complete structured report — executive finding, root causes, gate verdicts, intervention sequence, implementation path, control requirements, and next best action. No features are withheld during the beta.

Will there be paid plans later?

Yes. After the beta, pricing will be introduced for additional reports and architecture blueprints. For complex cases that need human review, a workflow audit engagement will also be available. Beta users will be notified before any changes take effect.

Do I need a credit card to sign up?

No. The beta requires no payment information.

What counts as one analysis?

One analysis is one complete intake (quick or guided interview) that produces one diagnostic report. Viewing, sharing, or revisiting a completed report does not count as an additional analysis.

Is my workflow data secure?

Cadence Flow is hosted on Netlify infrastructure with enterprise-grade security. Account authentication is handled by Netlify Identity. Your workflow descriptions are sent to OpenAI's API to generate the analysis and are subject to OpenAI's privacy policy. We do not sell or share your data with third parties.

What tools can the Architecture Blueprint reference?

Recommendations are specific to your workflow and team context. Common platforms include Google Workspace, Airtable, Notion, Zapier, Make.com, Microsoft Power Automate, Slack, HubSpot, Trello, Asana, Monday.com, and AI tools like ChatGPT or Claude. Architecture guidance is only generated when the process state supports it.

How long does an analysis take?

The intake takes two to three minutes with the quick path or a few minutes longer with the guided interview. Once submitted, the diagnostic report usually completes in under 60 seconds. Architecture guidance, when available, can take additional time.

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