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# Creating Automated Workflows

Automate repetitive tasks with Acme workflows.

## What are Workflows?

Workflows are automated sequences triggered by events or schedules.

## Creating Your First Workflow

### Step 1: Access Workflow Builder
1. Go to **Settings > Automation**
2. Click "Create Workflow"
3. Choose a template or start blank

### Step 2: Set Trigger
Available triggers:
- **Task created** - When new tasks are added
- **Status changed** - When task status updates
- **Due date approaching** - Before deadlines
- **Form submitted** - External form submissions
- **Schedule** - Time-based (daily, weekly)

### Step 3: Add Actions
Common actions:
- Send email notification
- Create task
- Update field
- Send Slack message
- Call webhook

## Example Workflows

### Auto-assign New Tasks
```
Trigger: Task created in "Incoming" column
Action: Assign to team lead
Action: Send Slack notification
```

### Due Date Reminder
```
Trigger: 24 hours before due date
Condition: Task not completed
Action: Send email to assignee
Action: Post in #reminders channel
```

### Weekly Report
```
Trigger: Every Monday at 9 AM
Action: Generate project summary
Action: Email to stakeholders
```

## Best Practices

1. Start simple, then add complexity
2. Test workflows in a test project
3. Use conditions to avoid notification spam
4. Document your workflows
5. Review and optimize monthly

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