Components of a workflow

Triggers – events that start the workflow
Triggers – events that start the workflow
Triggers start a workflow. A workflow can be triggered manually or automatically based on an event.Common trigger types include:
- Manual trigger – start the workflow yourself.
- Form submission – triggers the workflow when a user submits data.
- Scheduled trigger – runs the workflow automatically at a defined time or interval.
- Daily report generation.
- Weekly meeting summaries.
- Monthly data analysis.
Nodes – actions executed within the workflow
Nodes – actions executed within the workflow
Nodes are the individual steps within a workflow. Each node performs a specific action.Typical node actions include:
- Running an agent.
- Processing or transforming data.
- Calling an external API.
- Sending an email.
- Applying logical conditions.
Logic controls – conditions, loops, and branching logic.
Logic controls – conditions, loops, and branching logic.
Workflows include logic elements that control how steps are executed and allow automation to adapt dynamically to incoming data.These controls include:
- If/Else conditions to determine which path the workflow follows.
- Loops that repeat actions for multiple items.
- Parallel steps that allow tasks to run simultaneously.
Agents – AI agents that execute tasks within the workflow.
Agents – AI agents that execute tasks within the workflow.
One of the most powerful features of workflows is the ability to run AI agents as workflow steps. Agents can generate content, analyze data, summarize documents, perform research, or make decisions.Agents can also pass their results to other agents, enabling multi-agent automations.Example workflow:
- One agent creates a job description.
- A second agent reviews and refines it.
- The final result is sent via email.
Integrations – external tools such as email or APIs.
Integrations – external tools such as email or APIs.
Workflows can interact with external tools and services through integrations.Examples include:
- Email services for sending automated messages.
- External APIs via HTTP requests.
- Data systems connected through integrations.
Pass data between steps
Results from one workflow step can be directly reused in subsequent steps. For example:- One agent creates a report
- Another agent reviews and refines the report
- The final version is sent via email
Human-in-the-loop
You can add manual approval steps to your workflow. This allows you to review results before continuing and stay in control. You can:- Review results before the next step starts
- Approve or reject actions
- Ensure everything runs correctly and makes sense
How to create a workflow

Describe your workflow
Describe in the input field what your workflow should do. Be as clear as possible about your goal, what information should be processed, and what action should happen at the end.Example: Create a workflow that helps me plan my daily tasks. Analyze my calendar and suggest suitable time slots based on availability and deadlines.
Let the workflow be created automatically
After sending your prompt, the AI assistant creates a multi-step workflow for you.
View the workflow in the builder
Open the workflow in the Workflow Builder to see its structure in the canvas.
There, you can understand step by step how the workflow is built, how the components are connected, and where logic, agents, or integrations are used.
There, you can understand step by step how the workflow is built, how the components are connected, and where logic, agents, or integrations are used.
Review and refine each step
Once the workflow is created, you can review and adjust each step in the visual editor. Refine the process, add missing steps, or adjust existing configurations.
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When should I use workflows?
When should I use workflows?
Use workflows when tasks repeat regularly, follow a clear structure, or require multiple systems to work together.Typical use cases:\
- Create and review reports \
- Monitor incoming data and react to it \
- Send automated emails \
- Process customer inputs \
- Conduct research or generate summaries
How can I monitor and track workflows?
How can I monitor and track workflows?
Track the progress of your workflows and review past executions at any time.You can:
- View the current execution status
- Check results of individual steps
- Identify and analyze errors
- Review previous runs
What is the difference between tasks and workflows?
What is the difference between tasks and workflows?
Use tasks when you want to complete something ad hoc in the chat. nuwacom executes your request flexibly using AI.Use workflows when a process runs repeatedly and should be automated. Here, you define fixed steps that are executed again and again.In short:
- Use tasks for ad hoc work
- Use workflows for recurring, automated processes