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Overview

When a review task is created, it’s sent to configured channels where reviewers can make decisions.

Decision Types

Approve

Request meets requirements and can proceed

Decline

Request should not proceed

Request Changes

Request needs modifications

Making Decisions by Channel

ChannelHow to Decide
Web DashboardClick Approve, Decline, or Request Changes buttons
SlackClick interactive buttons or use reactions
EmailReply with APPROVE, DECLINE, or CHANGES followed by reason
Microsoft TeamsClick buttons in the adaptive card
SMSReply with A, D, or C

Information Available

Reviewers see:
InfoDescription
Trace DetailsFunction name, arguments, metadata
Session ContextOther traces in the same session
AssessmentsPolicy results with risk levels and reasons
Workflow InfoWhy this task was created
Previous DecisionsIf multi-approver, what others decided

Decision Factors

Consider when reviewing:
  • Policy Compliance - Does the trace meet requirements?
  • Risk Level - Is the risk acceptable?
  • Context - What is the session showing?
  • Business Need - Is there valid justification?

Multi-Approver Workflows

When multiple approvals are needed:
ScenarioResult
All approveTask approved
One declinesTask rejected
Mixed (some approve, some request changes)Depends on workflow configuration

Decision Recording

Every decision captures:
FieldDescription
TypeApprove, Decline, or Change Requested
ReviewerWho made the decision
ChannelWhere it was made
ReasonOptional explanation
Requested ChangesIf changes requested, what’s needed
TimestampWhen decided

After Decision

DecisionWhat Happens
ApprovedWorkflow continues. Trace marked Completed. Calling system notified.
DeclinedWorkflow continues through Declined path. Trace typically Rejected.
Changes RequestedWorkflow continues through Change path. Feedback returned to caller.