Workflow Intent
When creating a workflow, you can start with a blank workflow or choose a workflow with automation rules to gain some configuration assistance according to its intent and expedite the build process.
For an existing workflow without an assigned intent, you can open it in the Workflow Editor and configure the Automation Rules section within the workflow properties.
Blank Custom Workflow
A blank workflow if you want to build from scratch and fully customize it to your particular needs.
Workflow with Automation Rule
Automation rule workflows are triggered to run when conditions for the rule are met in Cisco Workflows. Information is passed to the workflow so that it has the context it can use to respond. For more information, see the Automation Rules Help topic.
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Enter a meaningful display name for the workflow.
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Select one or more rule types from the drop-down list. While designing the workflow, you don't have to associate it with an automation rule yet, as you can refer to the variables in a generic fashion.
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After the workflow is assigned an automation rule type, you'll have access to various rule-related data under the Rule object in the variable browser.
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In order to run the workflow, go to the Workflow Properties and add one or more automation rules. For more information, see the Workflow Editor Help topic.
Note that all automation rules associated with a workflow are exported with the workflow. So after you finish your work using the workflow, don't forget to remove it from any automation rules. Otherwise, all associated automation rules are exported alongside the workflow, which is unwanted behavior. All you need to do is keep the Automation Rule Type assigned.