Recurring Task Automation

TeamsIT Engineers

Getting Started

Core Concepts

Automatically run recurring file tasks according to schedules and conditions

Business operations continuously involve tasks that are processed in the same way, such as daily reports, regularly collected data, and files that are repeatedly deployed.

Recurring task automation configures the files to process, destination locations, and execution conditions so file tasks run automatically according to a defined flow.

For example, you can transfer files at a specified time every day, or automatically run the next file-processing task when a new file becomes available in a specific folder.

By configuring an automation flow, recurring file tasks can continue to run according to the criteria defined for the business operation.

Automation Flow

Automatically connect everything from execution conditions to file processing and result confirmation

Recurring task automation determines when to start a task, checks for files that meet the conditions, and runs tasks in the configured order.

① Check Execution Conditions

② Check Target Files

③ Run File Task

④ Run Next Task

⑤ Check Results

For example, a task scheduled to run every morning starts at the specified time and processes the configured files. Tasks triggered by file creation or changes automatically continue from the point when the target file becomes ready through the next task.

Connecting execution conditions and task order this way lets you manage recurring file work as a single automation flow.

Business Impact

Reduce repetitive file management and focus on results

Recurring file work repeatedly involves checking the same files, transferring them to defined locations, and running the next task.

With automation, file processing proceeds according to predefined conditions and task order. Instead of handling repetitive execution steps, operators can review processed results and use them for the next task.

CategoryManual ProcessingRecurring Task Automation
Task StartOperator starts the task when neededStarts automatically according to schedules and conditions
File ProcessingCheck files and targets for each taskProcess automatically according to configured criteria
Task OrderRun required tasks manually in sequenceRun each stage according to the configured flow
Result UsagePrepare for the next task after processingUse completed files immediately for the next task
Work ManagementReview execution details for each taskReview work status based on execution results

Automation organizes recurring file-processing steps into a business workflow and lets operators focus on the results needed for the next task.

Business Teams

Review recurring task results and use completed files in business operations

Automation Usage

Prepare business files and use automatically processed results

Business teams prepare files for automation tasks at the designated work location.

For example, saving a daily report or a regularly generated result file in a designated folder triggers the automation according to the configured schedule or file state.

File transfer and follow-up processing proceed according to the configured flow, allowing business teams to review processed files and use them for the next task.

WorkAutomation Usage
Daily ReportAutomatically transfer after the report is saved
Recurring DataAutomatically collect at the specified time
Result FileAutomatically apply to the work location after processing is complete

Business teams can manage frequently used files at defined locations and take advantage of automated file flows.

Job Status

Check currently running automation tasks and processing status

Business teams can check the current status of automatically executed file tasks.

Review running tasks and recently completed tasks, and when needed, check the processed files together with the current progress.

The screen provides the following information.

Review ItemUse
Task NameCheck which business task is currently being processed
Progress StatusCheck task progress
ProgressCheck the current processing scope
Processed FilesReview files processed automatically
Execution TimeCheck when the task was executed

Business teams can prepare for the next task by checking the processing status of the tasks and files currently required for their work.

Completed Files

Use automatically prepared files immediately for the next task

When an automation task completes, the processed files are applied to the designated work location.

Business teams can review completed files and use them for the next tasks, such as review, approval, sharing, or analysis.

For example, when a daily business report is automatically applied to a designated workspace, the responsible user can review the file and continue the review process.

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Automated File Processing
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Confirm Completion Result
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Review File
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Review · Share · Approve
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Next Task

Automated file processing prepares the files needed for the next task at a defined location, connecting the workflow naturally.

Work Management

Manage recurring task results at a glance

As automation tasks run repeatedly, business teams can review work status based on accumulated execution results.

For example, reviewing the results of a daily report-processing task shows when files became available and which result files can currently be used.

Review DetailsBusiness Use
Recent Execution ResultsReview the latest business results
Completed FilesIdentify files currently available for use
Execution TimeReview when the work was processed
Accumulated Execution HistoryManage the status of recurring work

Instead of changing automation settings, business teams can review and use recurring work based on execution results and completed files.

IT Engineers

Configure and operate execution conditions and processing flows for recurring tasks

Environment Connection

Configure the systems and file locations used for recurring tasks

IT engineers connect the servers, PCs, storage systems, and file paths used by automation tasks.

Specify the Source where files become ready and the Target where processing results are applied. When needed, multiple systems can be connected in a single Flow.

RoleConfiguration
SourceSystem and path from which files are collected
ProcessingFile-processing task
TargetSystem and path where processing results are applied

This environment provides the foundation for configuring file flow and processing order in automation tasks.

Execution Conditions

Configure how tasks start based on schedules and file status

After the automation environment is ready, IT engineers configure the conditions that start each task.

Use execution criteria suited to the business environment, such as a specified date and time, file creation or changes, completion of a previous task, or an external service request.

Execution CriteriaPurpose
Date/TimeRun the task on the specified schedule
File ChangeRun based on changes in file state
After TransferRun the next stage after the previous task completes
URL RequestRun in response to an external system request

Configure target files using conditions such as file path, name, or extension to define the processing scope of the automation task.

Flow Configuration

Connect file transfer and follow-up tasks in execution order

After configuring execution conditions, connect tasks such as file transfer, processing, and result storage in the Flow Canvas.

Each task can be connected to the next based on the execution result of the previous stage, allowing file-processing processes across multiple systems to be configured as a single flow.

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Trigger
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File Transfer
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Processing
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Result Storage
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Next Flow

IT engineers can connect task stages according to the required processing order for each business operation and configure the complete file flow for recurring execution.

Result Analysis

Analyze the status and processing results of recurring tasks

Automatically executed tasks provide execution history and detailed processing results in Runs.

Each Run shows the conditions that started the task, Source, Target, number of processed files, total processed volume, execution time, and status.

Review ItemDetails
TriggerTask start condition
SourceLocation where files are prepared
TargetLocation where results are applied
FilesNumber of processed files
SizeTotal processing volume
TimeExecution time
StatusTask status

Reviewing accumulated execution history lets you analyze and manage recurring task patterns and file-processing results according to the business environment.

Exception Handling

Review task status from execution records and process tasks again when needed

When a task requires additional review, IT engineers use Runs and Audit Log to check the execution process and processing status.

You can inspect the current task environment based on execution conditions, system connections, file paths, access scope, target files, and task order.

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Review Execution Record
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Check Task Status
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Check Execution Conditions
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Check System · Path · File Status
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Adjust Settings or Environment
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Rerun Task
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Check Processing Result
Inspection ItemDetails
Execution ConditionsSchedule and Trigger settings
System ConnectionSource and Target connection status
File PathProcessing target location
Access ScopeFile-processing permissions
Execution RecordRun and Audit Log

This separates the roles clearly: business teams focus on using automated results and files in their work, while IT engineers focus on designing the automation environment and managing execution conditions and flows.