A workflow trigger is an event or a request that initiates the workflow.
To define the workflow trigger, select the
Start activity.
| Trigger type | Definition |
|---|---|
| Manual | Triggers a workflow when a user manually starts it from the workflow list page. A manual workflow does not provide asset context unless asset information is supplied by an activity in the workflow. |
| Catalog Schedule | Triggers a workflow at a specified time and interval to scan catalog assets of a selected asset type and start workflow instances for assets that meet the configured conditions. |
| Make a Request | Triggers a workflow when a user clicks Make a Request. To use this trigger type, you must have already configured a Request Type on which you want to base the workflow. For more information, see Request types. |
| Item Added |
Triggers a workflow when a new asset is added to your system. |
| Item Changed |
Triggers a workflow when a field on an asset is changed, when a score is changed or when a relationship is added or removed. You can specify which changes should trigger the workflow by clicking Edit observed elements. For an example, see Configure a workflow based on a score. |
| Schedule | Triggers a workflow at a specified time and interval without scanning catalog assets. Use this trigger for workflows that run on a cadence and do not require asset context from the trigger. For more information, see Configure a scheduled workflow. |