Learning Processes¶
This page explains how to learn operational processes through interactive SOP walkthroughs in Mention.
Opening a process¶
Click a process in the Playbook rail on your learning home. The URL changes to reflect the process you're viewing within your current Audience.
SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures)¶
When you open a process, Mention generates a personalized SOP for you — an interactive, step-by-step walkthrough of the operational workflow.
First-time generation¶
The first time you open a process, the SOP is generated on demand. You see a brief loading indicator while Mention creates it. After generation, the SOP is saved and loads instantly on future visits.
The walkthrough¶
An SOP is a step-by-step walkthrough of the process. You move through it task by task:
- Read the task content, which explains what this step involves (it may include callouts — notes, warnings, tips).
- Take the task's knowledge check — a short multiple-choice quiz — to demonstrate your understanding.
- Move to the next task.
Some tasks are purely informational and can be marked as read instead of taking a quiz.
Many SOPs branch: a task can present a decision, and the path you take leads to different next steps — and ultimately to different outcomes (for example, completed, escalated, or deferred). An outline lets you jump between tasks and see where you are in the flow. A process is fully reviewed once you've worked through every task on your path.
Regenerating the SOP¶
If the source material has changed, use the Regenerate SOP action to get a fresh walkthrough. This resets your progress on the process, so use it deliberately.
Concept cross-links¶
When an SOP references terms from your Glossary, those terms are automatically linked. Click one to jump to the concept's article if you need more context.
Q&A footer¶
While working through an SOP, use the Q&A footer at the bottom of the page to ask a question. Unlike concept Q&A (which is scoped to the whole concept), process Q&A is scoped to the process and the specific task you're on, for more focused answers. Answers come with their source documents — see Asking Questions.
Completing a process¶
A process is complete when you've finished all of its tasks — by passing the knowledge check or marking the task as read. Your progress shows as a ring on the Playbook rail, and a checkmark once you're done.