Can a process be initiated by selecting a related action in a record?

Selecting a related action in a record can indeed initiate a process. In Appian, related actions are a powerful feature that allows users to interact with records by performing specific tasks. When a user selects a related action from a record, it is designed to trigger a defined process or action associated with that record, enabling the flow of information and decision-making based on that context.

This functionality is particularly useful for creating a seamless user experience, as it allows users to easily access and initiate relevant processes without navigating away from the record where they are already working. Therefore, when a related action is executed, it is explicitly intended to start a process tied to the information presented in the record, making the statement true.

While there are other considerations, such as permissions and application design, the fundamental capability of initiating a process through a related action remains valid and is integral to leveraging Appian's record functionalities effectively.