{"id":67297,"date":"2026-01-16T14:15:43","date_gmt":"2026-01-16T11:15:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/everhour.com\/blog\/?p=67297"},"modified":"2026-01-16T14:15:45","modified_gmt":"2026-01-16T11:15:45","slug":"wrike-workflows","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/everhour.com\/blog\/wrike-workflows\/","title":{"rendered":"Wrike Workflows: Custom Statuses, Approvals, and Automation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Workflows are the backbone of efficient project management, and <strong>Wrike workflows<\/strong> help teams keep tasks, approvals, and processes organized from start to finish. Workflows provide a clear path for work to move forward. <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/everhour.com\/blog\/what-is-wrike\/\" target=\"_blank\">With Wrike<\/a>, workflows aren\u2019t just static steps\u2014they\u2019re customizable stages, automated rules, and visual boards that give teams visibility and control over every task. In this article, we\u2019ll break down how Wrike workflows work, show how to set them up within <a href=\"https:\/\/everhour.com\/blog\/wrike-project-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wrike&#8217;s project management<\/a>, and share tips for optimizing them so your team can work smarter, not harder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\">\n\t#everhour-advanced-banner-block_6426fdc64c4f9 {\n\ttext-align:left;\n\tbackground-color:#f6f5f4;\n\tbackground-position:right bottom;\n\tbackground-repeat:no-repeat;\n\tbackground-size:contain;\n\tbackground-image: url(https:\/\/everhour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/vertical-banner-1@2x.png);\n}\n#everhour-advanced-banner-block_6426fdc64c4f9 .everhour-advanced-banner__title {\n\tcolor:#333333;\n\ttext-align:left;\n}\n#everhour-advanced-banner-block_6426fdc64c4f9 .everhour-advanced-banner__subtitle {\n\tcolor:#333333;\n\ttext-align:left;\n}\n#everhour-advanced-banner-block_6426fdc64c4f9 .everhour-advanced-banner__cta {\n\ttext-align:left;\n}\n#everhour-advanced-banner-block_6426fdc64c4f9 .everhour-advanced-banner__cta .button {\n\tborder-color:#000000;\n\tbackground-color:#000000;\n\tcolor:#FFFFFF;\n\tbox-shadow:0 3px 10px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.51), inset 0 3px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3);;\n}\n#everhour-advanced-banner-block_6426fdc64c4f9 .everhour-advanced-banner__cta .button:hover, #everhour-advanced-banner-block_6426fdc64c4f9 .everhour-advanced-banner__cta .button:active, #everhour-advanced-banner-block_6426fdc64c4f9 .everhour-advanced-banner__cta .button:active:hover {\n\tbackground-color:rgba(255,255,255,0);\n\tcolor:#000000;\n\tbox-shadow:button_hover_shadow;\n}\n#everhour-advanced-banner-block_6426fdc64c4f9 .everhour-advanced-banner__cta .button:active {\n\ttransform:translateY(2px);\n}\n@media (max-width: 480px) {#everhour-advanced-banner-block_6426fdc64c4f9 {background-image: initial;}}<\/style>\n\n<div class=\"everhour-advanced-banner-container\">\n\t<div id=\"everhour-advanced-banner-block_6426fdc64c4f9\" class=\"everhour-advanced-banner banner-style-vertical banner-position-right button-style-lash\">\n\t\t<div class=\"everhour-advanced-banner__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"everhour-advanced-banner__title\">Seamlessly track time inside your favorite project management tool<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"everhour-advanced-banner__cta\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/everhour.com?utm_source=blog-article&#038;utm_medium=banner&#038;utm_campaign=general-vertical\" class=\"button button--lg button--solid action-button\" type=\"button\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tIt&#039;s Free to try!\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"21\" height=\"42\" viewBox=\"0 0 21 42\"><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><g fill=\"#000000\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<path d=\"M210.6 174.792c.347-.21.627.01.936.16 2.852 1.383 5.205 3.413 7.392 5.661.503.517.904 1.096 1.072 1.824.087.377.478.73.018 1.109-.505.415-.922.106-1.316-.187-1.238-.919-2.465-1.852-3.697-2.78-.876-.65-1.73-1.328-2.62-1.957-1.034-.73-2.005-1.461-1.93-2.933.015-.316-.248-.659.145-.897zm1.924-13.103c-.114-.65.046-.87.645-.79 3.098.413 6.23.233 9.334.553 1.429.147 2.838.361 4.07 1.172.369.257.648.59.912.936l.314.418.161.207c.246.306.389.543.17.886-.213.332-.474.575-.923.496-.777-.137-1.555-.281-2.338-.375-3.02-.362-6.049-.672-9.066-1.069-1.503-.197-2.948-.543-3.28-2.434zm11.358-19.193c1.025-.282 1.41.91 2.285 1.01.124.015.026.336-.063.507-.151.292-.468.495-.48.92.335.106.513-.038.696-.166.201-.14.382-.48.657-.235.265.235.122.585-.02.838-.163.287-.389.552-.629.783-.895.866-2.051 1.083-3.221 1.184-3.752.325-7.514.457-11.277.569-1.811.054-1.924-.038-2.602-1.613-.66-1.53-.66-1.531 1.053-1.838.296-.053.595-.09.892-.147 1.402-.268 2.82-.432 4.24-.573l1.706-.165c2.274-.218 4.544-.464 6.763-1.074z\" transform=\"translate(-208 -142)\"\/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/g><\/g><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2753 What Is a Wrike Workflow?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A <strong>Wrike workflow<\/strong> is a set of stages that a task moves through from start to completion. Think of it as a roadmap for work\u2014each task has a status, and the workflow shows what comes next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Workflows are designed to make team processes <strong>consistent, visible, and easy to track<\/strong>. Instead of guessing whether a task is ready, in progress, or blocked, everyone can see the exact status at a glance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large no-border\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"745\" src=\"https:\/\/everhour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/wrike-gantt.jpg\" alt=\"top free employee scheduling apps: simplify your workforce management\" class=\"wp-image-33254\" srcset=\"https:\/\/everhour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/wrike-gantt.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/everhour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/wrike-gantt-300x218.jpg 300w, https:\/\/everhour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/wrike-gantt-768x559.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key points about Wrike workflows<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Custom statuses<\/strong> \u2013 Create stages that reflect your actual process, like \u201cdraft,\u201d \u201cin review,\u201d or \u201capproved.\u201d<\/li><li><strong>Automation rules<\/strong> \u2013 Automatically assign tasks, send notifications, or update statuses based on triggers.<\/li><li><strong>Flexibility<\/strong> \u2013 Workflows can be simple for small teams or complex for multi-step projects with approvals and handoffs.<\/li><li><strong>Visual tracking<\/strong> \u2013 Use list, board, or Kanban views to see progress and spot bottlenecks quickly.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>By structuring work with workflows, teams reduce confusion, speed up approvals, and keep projects moving smoothly without constantly checking in manually.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<style 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class=\"everhour-advanced-banner__subtitle\">\u2714\ufe0f Track time from the apps you already use<br>\u2714\ufe0f Know where your team\u2019s time is going <br>\u2714\ufe0f Keep projects on budget<br>\u2714\ufe0f Increase transparency<br>\u2714\ufe0f Make your workflow more efficient<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"everhour-advanced-banner__cta\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/everhour.com?utm_source=blog-article&#038;utm_medium=banner&#038;utm_campaign=timesheet-horizontal\" class=\"button button--lg button--solid action-button\" type=\"button\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tIt&#039;s FREE to try!\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"21\" height=\"42\" viewBox=\"0 0 21 42\"><g fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><g fill=\"#e8585a\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<path d=\"M210.6 174.792c.347-.21.627.01.936.16 2.852 1.383 5.205 3.413 7.392 5.661.503.517.904 1.096 1.072 1.824.087.377.478.73.018 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Instead of generic labels like \u201cin progress\u201d or \u201cdone,\u201d define stages such as <strong>\u201cdraft,\u201d \u201cin review,\u201d \u201capproved,\u201d<\/strong> or <strong>\u201cready for QA.\u201d<\/strong> This helps everyone know exactly where each task stands, reduces confusion, and ensures accountability across teams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large no-border\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"610\" src=\"https:\/\/everhour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/wrike-status-1024x610.jpeg\" alt=\"wrike workflows: custom statuses, approvals, and automation\" class=\"wp-image-67320\" srcset=\"https:\/\/everhour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/wrike-status-1024x610.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/everhour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/wrike-status-300x179.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/everhour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/wrike-status-768x457.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/everhour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/wrike-status-1536x914.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/everhour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/wrike-status.jpeg 1675w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\ud83d\udc65 Approvals &amp; handoffs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Tasks that need multiple stakeholders can move seamlessly through Wrike. Workflows guide tasks from one person or team to the next, making sure <strong>reviews, edits, and approvals<\/strong> happen on time. This prevents bottlenecks and keeps work moving smoothly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\ud83e\udd16 Automation rules<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Automate repetitive steps to save time:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Assign tasks automatically based on criteria<\/li><li>Update task statuses without manual edits<\/li><li>Send notifications when conditions are met<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Automation reduces errors, keeps projects on track, and frees your team to focus on meaningful work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\ud83d\udcc4 Templates &amp; reusable workflows<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Save time on recurring projects with templates. Create <strong>workflow templates<\/strong> for common processes, task sequences, or approval flows, then reuse them whenever needed. This ensures consistency, speeds up onboarding, and keeps high-priority projects structured across the organization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image no-border\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"521\" src=\"https:\/\/everhour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/wrike-templates-1-1024x521.jpg\" alt=\"wrike workflows: custom statuses, approvals, and automation\" class=\"wp-image-67323\" srcset=\"https:\/\/everhour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/wrike-templates-1-1024x521.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/everhour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/wrike-templates-1-300x153.jpg 300w, https:\/\/everhour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/wrike-templates-1-768x391.jpg 768w, https:\/\/everhour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/wrike-templates-1.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>By combining these features, Wrike workflows give teams a <strong>clear, repeatable structure<\/strong> for managing tasks, approvals, and project progress\u2014all while <strong>reducing manual work<\/strong> and boosting efficiency.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udee0\ufe0f Creating and Customizing Workflows<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Wrike makes it easy to <strong>create workflows that match your team\u2019s process<\/strong>. Here\u2019s how to start:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1\ufe0f\u20e3 Build a workflow step by step<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Go to <strong>Workflow settings<\/strong> in Wrike.<\/li><li>Add <strong>custom statuses<\/strong> that reflect each stage of your work, like <strong>\u201cdraft,\u201d \u201cin review,\u201d \u201capproved.\u201d<\/strong><\/li><li>Connect statuses to show the <strong>natural flow of tasks<\/strong> from start to finish.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2\ufe0f\u20e3 Set up automation rules<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Automatically assign tasks when they enter a status.<\/li><li>Update task fields or send notifications without manual steps.<\/li><li>Reduce errors and keep your team on track.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3\ufe0f\u20e3 Name statuses clearly<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Use <strong>descriptive, action-oriented names<\/strong> so everyone knows what\u2019s expected at each stage.<\/li><li>Keep it simple and consistent to avoid confusion.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4\ufe0f\u20e3 Align workflows with team processes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Make sure the workflow reflects <strong>how your team actually works<\/strong>, not just a generic template.<\/li><li>Include approval steps or handoffs where necessary.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5\ufe0f\u20e3 Use visual cues for easier management<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Kanban boards<\/strong> \u2013 see tasks move through statuses at a glance.<\/li><li><strong>List views<\/strong> \u2013 track details like due dates, assignees, and priorities.<\/li><li><strong>Timelines<\/strong> \u2013 visualize dependencies and deadlines for complex projects.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large no-border\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"744\" src=\"https:\/\/everhour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/wrike-kanban-1024x744.jpg\" alt=\"wrike workflows: custom statuses, approvals, and automation\" class=\"wp-image-67325\" srcset=\"https:\/\/everhour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/wrike-kanban-1024x744.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/everhour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/wrike-kanban-300x218.jpg 300w, https:\/\/everhour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/wrike-kanban-768x558.jpg 768w, https:\/\/everhour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/wrike-kanban.jpg 1410w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>By customizing workflows in Wrike, your team can <strong>stay aligned, reduce bottlenecks, and track progress clearly<\/strong>, all while keeping work flexible enough for different projects or teams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2705 Best Practices for Wrike Workflows<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1\ufe0f\u20e3 Keep workflows simple and clear<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Avoid overly complicated steps or too many statuses.<\/li><li>Everyone on the team should understand the workflow at a glance.<\/li><li>Use <strong>descriptive status names<\/strong> that clearly show what\u2019s expected.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2\ufe0f\u20e3 Align workflows with project and team goals<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Make sure each workflow reflects <strong>how work actually gets done<\/strong>.<\/li><li>Include approval steps, handoffs, or dependencies that are relevant to your team.<\/li><li>Ensure the workflow supports both <strong>project objectives<\/strong> and <strong>team efficiency<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3\ufe0f\u20e3 Regularly review and optimize workflows<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Check workflows periodically to see what\u2019s working and what isn\u2019t.<\/li><li>Adjust statuses, automation rules, or templates to remove bottlenecks.<\/li><li>Keep improving so your team stays <strong>productive and aligned<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>By following these best practices, teams can <strong>use Wrike workflows to reduce confusion, speed up approvals, and keep projects on track<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udff7\ufe0f Use Cases by Team Type<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\ud83d\udce3 Marketing teams<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Manage <strong>campaign approvals<\/strong> and review cycles.<\/li><li>Track <strong>content production<\/strong> from draft to publish.<\/li><li>Automate notifications for <strong>feedback and sign-offs<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\ud83d\udca1 Product teams<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Organize <strong>feature development<\/strong> with clear task ownership.<\/li><li>Run <strong>sprints and releases<\/strong> efficiently using custom workflows.<\/li><li>Track <strong>dependencies and handoffs<\/strong> across design, engineering, and QA.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u2699\ufe0f Operations teams<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Monitor <strong>process tracking<\/strong> and recurring tasks.<\/li><li>Delegate work and ensure <strong>accountability<\/strong>.<\/li><li>Use automation rules to reduce manual follow-ups and approvals.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Workflows in Wrike can be <strong>adapted to fit each team\u2019s needs<\/strong>, helping everyone stay aligned, reduce bottlenecks, and complete work faster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr 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