What event typically triggers the execution of a flow in Pega?

The execution of a flow in Pega is commonly triggered by the creation of a case or a specific user action. This is fundamental to the way Pega’s workflow management operates, as flows orchestrate the various steps needed to process work within the system. When a case is created—whether by a user interacting with the application or through another means—the associated flow is initiated, allowing the case to move through its defined stages.

This approach ensures that work is handled in a structured manner, aligning with the business processes specified within the application. User actions, such as submitting a form or clicking a button, can also directly trigger flows, reflecting the responsive design of Pega applications to user input and operational needs.

Other options, while relevant to different contexts, do not commonly serve as standard triggers for flow initiation. For example, a scheduled timer event could initiate a process but is more suited for background operations rather than directly triggering workflow flows in response to user activities. Changes to application settings might require reconfiguration or impact application behavior but do not directly initiate flow execution. Lastly, while manual initiation by a system administrator is possible, it is not the typical scenario for initiating flows, as flows are generally designed to respond to case creation or user interactions to maintain effective process