Introducing shared automations
In this video, you'll learn how to manage and run automations in shared spaces within Qlik. Discover multiple ways to execute automations, understand ownership and permission handling, and explore collaboration strategies that maintain control and integrity. Perfect for users working in team environments who want to ensure secure and consistent automation workflows.
🔹 00:00 – Introduction
Overview of sharing, running, and collaborating on automations in shared spaces.
🔐 00:17 – Secure Collaboration
How shared automations use the owner's Qlik connections to ensure secure and consistent execution.
⚙️ 00:32 – 5 Ways to Run an Automation
An overview of the available methods to trigger an automation.
▶️ 00:35 – Option 1: Activity Center
Run the automation from the Automations Activity Center.
📁 00:41 – Option 2: Hub or Catalog
Trigger automation directly from the hub or catalog.
🔘 00:50 – Option 3: Button in Qlik App
Use a button object inside a Qlik app to run the automation.
💻 00:57 – Option 4: Automations API
For developers—trigger automations via API.
🔄 01:05 – Option 5: Nested in Other Workflows
Use "Run Automation" or "Call Automation" blocks within other workflows.
🙅 01:17 – Preventing Unauthorized Edits
Live automations can’t be modified by non-owners to ensure operational stability.
📄 01:29 – Ownership Through Duplication
Duplicated automations become owned by the duplicator, using their Qlik credentials.
🛂 01:39 – Permissions Reminder
New owners must have access rights to the automation’s resources.
📋 01:46 – Context Menu Enhancements
New menu options: run, duplicate, move, or edit—depending on user permissions.
📊 01:54 – Activity Center Updates
Now includes information about the automation's shared space.
🕵️ 02:02 – Run History and Audit Trail
The run page shows who triggered the automation and provides a detailed history.
🎬 02:17 – Conclusion
Summary and end of the video.