You validate the design for the complexity of the proposed automation solutions.
The complexity can be a potential risk for the solution development and maintenance.
Please select the automation solutions that have high complexity.
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A. B. C. D. E.Correct Answers: C and E.
Power Platform provides a variety of tools to extend the platform and user experience.
If you need to work with the Dataverse, you can use the Dataverse Web API and Organization service.
Or develop your business logic by using the Dataverse plug-ins.
You can use Data import, Synchronization, Virtual entities, Azure integration, and Webhooks for integration purposes.
The Dataverse server-side extensibility and automation options include compelling tools, like The business rules.
The business process flows.
Classic workflows.
Plug-ins.
Power Automate.
All these components facilitate the Dataverse data operations.
But they are different by the complexity that can be a risk factor for your solution.
The business rule is the simplest out of the list of automation solutions.
The rules work on the client and server sides.
Classic Workflows have a medium complexity because it can run synchronously (Real-time) or asynchronously (Background)
Workflows run only on the server-side.
The Power Automate flows should be used instead of asynchronous (Background) workflows.
Power Automate also has medium complexity.
It runs only on the server-side and asynchronously.
PlugIns automation has high complexity.
The PlugIns business logic should be coded in .Net.
You can run PlugIns synchronously or asynchronously.
The use of the custom code brings this automation type to a high level of complexity and increases the risk for your solution.
You need to use the PlugIns in your design only if you cannot achieve the business objectives by any other Power Platform products or components.
The Custom workflow actions have high complexity as well because they can run a custom .Net code.
You can trigger actions by Classic workflows.
Contrary to PlugIns, the Custom workflow actions can execute no code actions as well.
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When it comes to automation solutions, there are several factors that can contribute to their complexity. These can include things like the level of customization required, the number of dependencies involved, and the overall scope of the solution. In general, the more complex a solution is, the more potential risk it carries in terms of development and maintenance.
With that in mind, let's take a closer look at each of the options provided and assess their relative complexity:
A. Business rules: Business rules are a relatively straightforward way to automate certain actions or decisions within a system. They typically involve setting up a series of if/then statements based on specific criteria, and can be implemented using a simple drag-and-drop interface. While there may be some complexity involved in setting up more advanced rules, such as those involving multiple conditions or complex logic, overall business rules are typically considered to be low-to-medium complexity.
B. Power Automate: Power Automate (formerly known as Microsoft Flow) is a cloud-based service that allows users to create automated workflows between different apps and services. Workflows can be triggered by specific events, such as the creation of a new record or the receipt of an email, and can involve a wide range of actions and conditions. While Power Automate provides a user-friendly interface and a wide range of pre-built templates, the complexity of a given workflow will depend on the number of steps involved, the data sources being used, and the level of customization required. Some Power Automate workflows may be relatively simple, while others may be highly complex.
C. PlugIns: Plug-ins are custom code that can be added to a Microsoft Dynamics 365 system to extend its functionality. They can be triggered by a wide range of events, including record creation or deletion, and can involve complex logic and data manipulation. While plug-ins are a powerful way to automate certain tasks within a system, they can also be highly complex, particularly if they involve multiple data sources or require significant customization.
D. Classic Workflows: Classic workflows are another way to automate certain actions within a Dynamics 365 system. They can be triggered by a wide range of events, and can involve a range of actions and conditions. While classic workflows are generally considered to be less powerful than plug-ins, they can still be relatively complex, particularly if they involve multiple steps or conditions.
E. Custom Workflow Actions: Custom workflow actions are a type of plug-in that can be added to a Dynamics 365 system to provide additional functionality within workflows. They can involve complex logic and data manipulation, and may require significant customization to meet specific business requirements. As with plug-ins, the complexity of a custom workflow action will depend on the specific requirements of the solution.
Based on this analysis, it seems that options C (PlugIns) and E (Custom Workflow Actions) are likely to have the highest complexity, as they both involve custom code and can require significant customization to meet specific business requirements. Options B (Power Automate) and D (Classic Workflows) may also be relatively complex, depending on the specific requirements of the solution. Option A (Business Rules) is generally considered to be the least complex of the options provided.