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What is an automation rule?

An automation rule is a simple event-driven instruction inside the CRM: when a defined event happens (a lead is created from a source, a conversation changes stage, a tag is added, a form is submitted, a payment is recorded, an SLA is breached), perform actions such as sending a template, assigning to a team, enrolling in a sequence, updating fields or calling a webhook.

Updated 29 Aug 2026 · 1 min read

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  1. Why it matters
  2. In VGraple CRM
  3. Related terms

AUTOMATION AND AI

Automation rule

An automation rule is a simple event-driven instruction inside the CRM: when a defined event happens (a lead is created from a source, a conversation changes stage, a tag is added, a form is submitted, a payment is recorded, an SLA is breached), perform actions such as sending a template, assigning to a team, enrolling in a sequence, updating fields or calling a webhook.

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Automation rule in one line

Why it matters

Rules are the glue between the conversation and the process: the appointment reminder that fires on "confirmed", the sales assignment that follows a lead's source, the Slack ping when a VIP writes in. They are lighter than flows because they do not converse; they react.

In VGraple CRM

Rules live under Automation with a trigger, optional conditions and an ordered list of actions; the first matching rule wins for lead-routing rules, and every run is logged. The automation rules guide lists the events and actions, and the stage settings for leads, appointments and conversations expose the most common rules inline.

Chatbot flow, Drip sequence, Lead pipeline, Webhook.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between a rule and a flow?
A flow holds a conversation with the customer; a rule reacts to an event with actions and does not wait for replies.
Can rules send marketing templates?
Yes, subject to consent, the marketing limit and the US pause, like any send.
Can a rule run on a schedule?
Rules are event-driven; timed steps belong in sequences or appointment reminders.

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