Performance Optimization

Optimizing Performance

Follow these best practices to ensure WorkflowHero runs smoothly for your entire team.

Workflow Optimization

• Limit Active Workflows: Archive completed workflows to reduce clutter
• Optimize Stage Count: Keep workflows to 10-15 stages maximum
• Use Folders Efficiently: Organize with 2-3 levels of hierarchy

Document Management

• File Size Limits: Keep individual files under 100MB for fast uploads
• Compress Images: Optimize images before uploading
• Delete Obsolete Files: Remove old documents to reduce storage

Form Design

• Limit Field Count: Keep forms under 50 fields total
• Use Tabs: Break long forms into 3-5 tabs
• Enable Auto-Save: Prevent data loss with automatic saving

Browser Performance

• Use modern browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)
• Keep browser updated to latest version
• Clear browser cache if pages load slowly
• Disable unnecessary browser extensions
• Close unused tabs to free up memory

Network Optimization

• Use wired ethernet when possible
• Ensure stable internet connection (10+ Mbps recommended)
• Avoid public Wi-Fi for large file uploads
• Upload large files during off-peak hours

Notification Management

• Mark notifications as read regularly
• Delete old notifications
• Use filters to focus on important updates

Search Performance

• Use specific search terms for faster results
• Filter by folder to narrow search scope
• Use keyboard shortcut (Cmd/Ctrl+K) for quick access

Team Best Practices

• Remove inactive team members
• Limit concurrent workflows per user (recommend 10-20)
• Set realistic due dates to avoid bottlenecks
• Train team on efficient workflow practices