What controls if and when an action or subflow is executed in ServiceNow's Flow Designer?

Flow Logic is the component in ServiceNow's Flow Designer that determines the execution path and conditions under which actions or subflows are executed. It enables you to set up conditional statements and branching within the flow, allowing for dynamic decision-making based on the data that is processed. For instance, you can define when certain actions should occur based on previous steps or specific criteria, which provides a powerful way to control the flow of the process.

This control ensures that actions do not run unless certain conditions are met, thereby enhancing workflow efficiency and ensuring the integrity of the process. By utilizing Flow Logic, users can create sophisticated automation that reacts intelligently to changes in data or specific triggers within the system.

The other components mentioned—Execution Details, Data Pills, and Inputs and Outputs—serve different purposes within Flow Designer. Execution Details provide insights into how a flow runs, Data Pills represent data that can be used within actions, and Inputs and Outputs are used to manage data between flows and subflows. While these elements are essential for configuring and operating a flow, they do not dictate the execution control of actions or subflows in the same way that Flow Logic does.