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Trigger

Definition: An event or condition that initiates AI system processes, workflows, or agent actions.

Parent: Process Boundary

See also: Event, Workflow

Modeling Notes​

  • Triggers are temporal boundaries that mark the initiation of AI processes
  • They can be event-driven, scheduled, or condition-based
  • Important for reactive AI systems and automated workflows
  • Can cascade to trigger additional processes and workflows
  • Foundation for event-driven architecture in AI systems

Examples​

  • User request submission triggers
  • Scheduled workflow execution triggers
  • System alert and notification triggers
  • Data availability triggers for processing
  • Performance threshold triggers for scaling

Key Properties​

  • Trigger Condition - The specific event or condition that activates the trigger
  • Target Process - The workflow or process that gets initiated
  • Trigger Frequency - How often the trigger can be activated
  • Priority Level - Relative importance for trigger processing
  • Timeout Settings - Maximum wait time before trigger expires