Workflow Examples

These examples illustrate common patterns for building Workflows in PropellerDeck. Use them as inspiration for your own automation pipelines.

Customer Service Pipeline

Nodes: Input → Classify → Route → Respond → Output

A customer sends a support message. The Input node receives it and passes it to a Classify Agent node, which categorizes the inquiry as Billing, Technical, or General. A Decision node routes the message to the appropriate specialist Agent node based on that category. Each specialist agent composes a tailored reply, which exits through the Output node.

This pattern reduces response time and ensures each inquiry reaches the most capable handler.

Document Analysis

Nodes: Input → Extract → Summarize → Report → Output

A user uploads a document to the Input node. An Extract Function node parses the file and pulls out structured data — dates, names, key figures. A Summarize Agent node writes a plain-language summary of the content. A Report Agent node formats everything into a structured document, which the Output node delivers.

Data Processing

Nodes: Input → Validate → Transform → Output

Raw data enters through the Input node. A Validate Function node checks for missing fields or format errors and flags problematic records. A Transform Function node reshapes the clean data into the target schema. The processed result exits through Output.

Multi-Agent Research

Nodes: Input → Researcher → Reviewer → Final Report → Output

A topic or question enters through the Input node. A Researcher Agent node searches for relevant information and drafts initial findings. A Reviewer Agent node critiques the draft, checks for gaps, and suggests improvements. A Final Report Agent node incorporates the feedback and writes the polished output. A Human node can optionally be inserted before the final output for a last review step.

To start building any of these patterns, see Creating a Workflow and Node Types.