Introducing processes

CDS processes can be used to remove the need for users to manually perform complex tasks in sequence and control the activities required to deliver business processes consistently and repetitively. Processes are one of the major reasons for using Dynamics 365 apps and CDS.

A CDS process defines the following:

• The entity the process will execute against
• The type of process
• The name of the process
• How and when the process is initiated
• Conditions evaluated
• Actions taken

CDS has several different types of process:

• Classic workflow
• Dialog
• Action

Classic workflows, dialogs, and action processes are based on the Windows Workflow Foundation (WWF) technology. WWF is integrated into the CDS platform. WWF provides a runtime engine and a base set of activities. The CDS provides basic create, read, update, and delete operations. The WWF runtime engine manages process execution. WWF supports long-running processes without adversely affecting...