Flow Types

Created by Reachware Support, Modified on Sun, 15 Mar at 1:08 PM by Reachware Support

Flow Types in Reachware Studio

Understanding the different types of Flows in Reachware Studio is essential for designing effective integrations. Flows are categorized by their execution pattern. This guide helps you choose the right type for your integration requirements.

Flow Types by Execution

The execution method determines when your integration runs, depending on your integration requirements and logic.

1. Manual Flow Execution (Run Once)

You can run the flow manually at any time. Once the execution is completed, you can review the results in the Execution Log, which provides detailed insights into the transaction — including the status of each step and any issues or errors that may have occurred during the process.

2. Scheduled Flow (Timetable-Based)

Uses a time-based feature to execute integrations at predetermined intervals. It follows a batch processing pattern like an alarm clock for your flow.

Scheduled using the Flow Timetable:

Flow Timetable | Preset Options (Daily, Weekly, etc.)
Flow Timetable | Custom Expressions

Best For:

Reports (e.g., daily sales report)
Batch processing (bulk updates)
Data backups and maintenance
Periodic sync (e.g., hourly inventory)

Example

Every day at 6 PM, generate a sales report and email it to management.

For more information visit: Scheduling Integrations →

3. Real-Time Flow (Event-Driven)

Runs immediately when a specific event happens and a trigger is received from a webhook. This follows an event-driven architecture pattern.

This flow type relies on webhooks. To learn more, visit: Webhook and Webhook Response →

Best For:

Real-time transactions and live updates (e.g., inventory changes)
Order processing (immediate fulfillment)
Notifications and alerts

Example

When a customer places an order: send a confirmation email, notify the warehouse, and update inventory — all within seconds.

Quick Decision Guide

If your need is...	Use this Flow type
Run once, manually triggered	Manual Execution
Regular timing, predictable tasks where immediate data isn't critical?	Scheduled Flow
Immediate, event-driven actions that impact customer experience?	Real-Time Flow