Workflow basics

Overview

With workflows, it is possible to import data in a customizable way into the Combeenation platform and also send data back to ERP/PIM/shop systems.

Workflows enable Platform users to build configurators in a data-oriented way and keep information up to date on a regular basis.

They are written in JavaScript, and the Combeenation system provides a set of built-in JavaScript functions that allow seamless interaction with assets.

Benefits of Workflows

• Flexible data import into Combeenation:
  • Manual imports
  • Scheduled imports on recurring intervals
  • Automated updates via API calls (push-based)
• Save time – product data no longer needs to be maintained manually in Combeenation
• Two-way integration – push configuration data back into your systems (ERP, PIM, Shop, …)
• Data sovereignty – you always remain in full control of your data; Combeenation only retrieves the required working set
• Monitoring & logging – track import operations for transparency
• Error handling – get notified immediately if a workflow fails

Workflow run types

Workflow run types can currently be configured per workflow in the settings page. We currently support the following types:

🖱️Manual

Manual workflows are started by a person via the Combeenation platform and are used to import new data on demand.

⌚Scheduled

Scheduled workflows allow you to run workflows at recurring intervals. You can define specific times and select the days of the week for execution.

⚡Trigger based

Checkout trigger

Runs a workflow after a successful checkout.

Quote state changed trigger

Runs a workflow when a quote transitions to the specified state.

➡️API (coming soon)

Soon, workflows can also be triggered via a dedicated API. This will allow customers to actively push new data (e.g., prices, articles) into the configurator.