Difference between process and procedure

Posted By: Sm Adminon: December 06, 2015In: Miscellaneous

Process:
Process refers to the conversion of input into output.
Procedure:
Procedures are the steps taken for the completion of work. The repetitive procedures are called routines.
Differences:

Basis	Process	Procedures
Definition (www.oxforddictionaries.com)	A series of actions or steps taken in order to achieve a particular end.	An established or official way of doing something.
Synonyms	Development, course, practice, case and technique	Move, step, program, strategy and operation
Antonyms	Ignorance, idleness, stoppage, decrease and inaction	Idleness, ignorance, inaction and inactivity
Pronunciation	Eng (UK): /ˈprəʊsɛs / Eng (US): /ˈpräˌses / /ˈprōˌses/	Eng (UK): /prəˈsiːdʒə / Eng (US): /prəˈsējər /
Word origin	The word process was originated in the 14th century from Middle English process.	The word procedures were originated in circa 1611.
Focus	Process focus on satisfying the customer.	Procedures focus on satisfying the rules.
Position	They are dynamic.	They are static.
Flow	Process flow to conclusion.	Procedures are discontinuous.
Driven by	Process is driven by the physical forces.	Procedures are driven by humans.
Example in Sentence	To produce one product, it must go through various processes. The process of making a dairy product is quite complicated.	The operation procedure had just started. The work should be completed by following the new procedure.