FlowRunner’s Wait block lets you introduce intentional pauses within workflows, ensuring automations execute at precisely the right moments rather than rushing through every step.
Core Functionality
The block operates in two modes:
- Simple Mode: Fixed delays measured in seconds, minutes, hours, or days
- Advanced Mode: Dynamic wait times calculated via the Expression Editor based on contextual data
Why Timing Matters
The difference between a good workflow and a great one comes down to when things happen. Raw execution speed isn’t always the goal. Intelligent sequencing is.
Practical applications include:
- Onboarding: Delayed welcome messages that feel intentional, not robotic
- Payment Processing: Pauses before fulfillment steps until transactions confirm
- Customer Support: Staggered escalation notifications that allow resolution time before escalating
- Batch Operations: Spacing API calls to prevent rate limiting
Strategic Value
The Wait block transforms raw execution speed into intelligent sequencing. Your workflows align with user experience requirements and operational dependencies rather than simply processing as fast as possible.