Pipefy alternative for real-life processes
In this article, we analyze and present Flokzu as a robust alternative for automating real-life processes and workflows that involve requirements and complexities beyond the capabilities of Pipefy.
Both Flokzu and Pipefy are solid tools for process automation, but they address business needs with different approaches. A key distinction lies in task management: while Pipefy excels in linear or sequential workflows, Flokzu is better suited for more complex business processes, offering advanced features like parallel task execution.
Key differentiators:
– Integration and customization: Pipefy offers integration and customization options that, while effective, may lack the flexibility and depth of Flokzu’s capabilities. Flokzu provides advanced tools such as BPMN support and a scripting engine, enabling deep and tailored customizations.
– Technical Support: Pipefy’s support is tied to the selected plan and limited to office hours. In contrast, Flokzu offers 24/7 direct technical support from engineers on all plans, ensuring constant and reliable assistance.
– Process management and versioning: A significant distinction is the ability to work in testing environments (sandbox). With Pipefy, process modifications must be made directly in the active version, which can introduce risks. Flokzu allows users to save and restore previous versions, providing a safer environment for testing and updates.
– Interaction with external users: Both platforms facilitate interaction with external users. Pipefy does this through specific forms and portals, granting limited permissions for submitting and viewing requests. Flokzu goes further by enabling broader external user participation, either through public forms or at various stages of the process, fostering greater collaboration.
In conclusion:
While Pipefy is a strong choice for simpler workflows, Flokzu stands as a more flexible and robust solution for organizations seeking comprehensive tools to manage complex business processes.
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Comparison
PIPEFY | FLOKZU | |
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Gateways in the workflow, supporting non-linear processes and different paths based on conditions (using fields and Boolean logic). | No | ✓ |
Process visibility and understandability. In other words, modeling using a standard (BPMN 2.0). | No | ✓ |
Full Web Service Integration, both in the process form (to retrieve or send data) and in the workflow (conditions, assignments, etc.). | ✓ | ✓ |
Process Versions and Sandbox for process managing, testing, and agile deployment. | No | ✓ |
Full Document Management System, including field types, advanced searches using data and metadata and full-text search on attachments. | Limited | ✓ |
Scripting engine to achieve advanced/complex behaviors on the user interface and validations. | No | ✓ |
External participants support, allowing non-authenticated users to start process instances (public form). Moreover, letting them participate in the middle of the process execution. | Limited | ✓ |
The user interface, public forms and emails customizations using HTML and scripting. | Limited | ✓ |
Option to create forms with AI | Does not specify | ✓ |
Option to create scripts with AI | Does not specify | ✓ |
Real-time support staffed by engineers | Limited | ✓ |
Pipefy | Flokzu | |
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Gateways in the workflow, supporting non-linear processes and different paths based on conditions (using fields and Boolean logic). | Limited | ✓ |
Process visibility and understandability. In other words, modeling using a standard (BPMN 2.0). | No | ✓ |
Full Web Service Integration, both in the process form (to retrieve or send data) and in the workflow (conditions, assignments, etc.). | No | ✓ |
Process Versions and Sandbox for process managing, testing, and agile deployment. | No | ✓ |
Full Document Management System, including field types, advanced searches using data and metadata and full-text search on attachments. | Limited | ✓ |
Scripting engine to achieve advanced/complex behaviors on the user interface and validations. | No | ✓ |
External participants support, allowing non-authenticated users to start process instances (public form). Moreover, letting them participate in the middle of the process execution. | Limited | ✓ |
The user interface, public forms and emails customizations using HTML and scripting. | Limited | ✓ |
