Automate the initiation of process instances using predefined timer settings. Scheduled Processes trigger workflows on specific dates, times, or intervals without manual intervention.
The Scheduled Processes feature automatically triggers process instances using Timer Start Events. You can activate/deactivate timers at project level and manage them from the Runtime tab—no redeployment needed. This feature is especially useful in upper environments, where you might need to pause or resume cron jobs without modifying the project build.
Check this section for more details about Timer Start Events and how to configure them.
Before 4.6.0, timer activation was managed through a quick actions menu in process definition header.
The Scheduled Processes tab displays all timers that trigger process instances. Each row in the list shows:
From this interface, you can view timer details or activate/deactivate timers as needed.
To view a timer’s configuration, click the View icon next to the scheduled timer in the list.
Manage timer activation directly from the UI:
You cannot edit timer configurations in the Runtime tab. To modify settings, update the process definition and redeploy.
Employee Onboarding reminder
A Timer Start Event can be scheduled to automatically trigger an onboarding process at a predefined time.
Example: Process starts on January 28, 2025, at 12:14 PM, sending onboarding notifications.
Recurring Data processing jobs
A Cycle timer can execute a job every 10 seconds for 60 repetitions, ensuring periodic execution.
Scheduled Report generation
A cycle timer with a cron expression can generate a report at 1 AM every day.
Runtime Timer Control:
Manage timers in the Runtime tab without changing the application build. Previously, timer activation was controlled by a checkbox in the Start Timer node, which is now read-only after deployment.
Timers in Multi-Swimlane Processes:
Each swimlane can have its own timer. The Scheduled Processes tab displays each timer separately for clear management.
Exporting and Importing Builds:
Timer activation settings are not editable during build export/import. All timer management occurs in the Runtime tab.