Actions

Users of WEBCON BPS often face the need to export attachments stored in workflows to ZIP archives. Examples for such scenarios are: reducing the size of attachment databases by exporting files to a network share and then removing them from the workflow; starting new workflow instances (using HotFolder) based on ZIP files.
In most cases, SDK plugins are used in these scenarios, as ZIP file creation is not available through standard BPS actions. However, this is possible using the PowerShell solution where scripts can be invoked in WEBCON BPS.
This article presents an example of how to use the "Run a PowerShell script" action (hereinafter referred to as "PowerShell action") to compress all attachments of the current workflow instance into a ZIP archive and save the resulting archive to disk.

Timers are elements that allow you to define the frequency with which the associated actions are performed. Thanks to them, it is possible to define the start time and the possible repetition cycle of such actions.
In WEBCON BPS 2025 R1, numerous changes and improvements have been made to the operation of Timers (previously known as Timeouts). This article describes these changes to the timer configuration and gives examples of how to calculate their start dates.

Generating Attachments with Dynamic Categories

In this Knowledge Base article, I want to provide beginners with a brief guide on how to customize the standard "Go to Element" and "Go to Application" links.

Once you become more confident in developing applications, you'll start adding a more personalized touch to certain elements. One way to achieve this is through "CUSTOM EMAILS" - emails where you can selectively highlight the information you want to convey.

Deploying a project to production and configuring user permissions correctly are critical steps. Using the "work on behalf of someone" function can help test and ensure correct permissions, reducing issues like "no permissions to view certain reports." This feature is also useful for replicating user-specific errors, making it easier to test and identify bugs.

In WEBCON BPS, it is now possible to perform automated operations on the rows, columns, and values of the Item list. Previously, these operations were executed using the Change item list values action, with the final result determined by the mode chosen by the configurator. However, version 2023 R3 introduced significant changes to this area, with the existing action updated and additional actions on the Item list added.

While functional, the standard template often falls short in flexibility and appeal, which are crucial for standing out in the crowded inboxes of today's email users. Our motivation for redesigning the default template was driven by a desire to enhance visual appeal, improve user engagement, and provide a more personalized experience that aligns with modern expectations.

WEBCON BPS meets the challenges associated with written communication in international companies by offering the possibility to send Email notifications in multiple languages at the same time. However, the functionality is subject to certain rules that may require the user to take additional actions or, for example, affect the visibility of people exchanging correspondence.
This article describes the dependencies that apply when sending notifications in a multilingual environment.

This article provides detailed instructions for configuring SignalR Barcode Service from the point of view of the Global system administrator.

Menu button is a button available in the top bar of a form in WEBCON BPS Portal, used to trigger automations added by the user globally or in a particular workflow step. The number of Menu buttons on the form corresponds to the number of defined automations. Defining more automations can reduce the readability and clarity of the form menu. The solution in this case is to group Menu buttons and the present article is devoted to this subject.