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Client Approval Workflow for Creative and Product Teams
A structured approval workflow that keeps clients informed and prevents last-minute review surprises.
VYNL EditorialJanuary 18, 20261 min read
The approval bottleneck
Approvals often stall because expectations are not set early. Teams ship drafts, clients request broad changes, and timelines slip.
Define approval stages
- Stage 1: Directional review
- Stage 2: Content and UX validation
- Stage 3: Final QA and sign-off
Each stage should have a clear objective and decision owner.
Use review windows
Set fixed windows for feedback. Late comments should move to the next iteration unless they are blockers.
Keep visibility high
A shared status view helps everyone track what is open, in progress, and approved.