What is the difference between a workflow and an approval process?

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Workflow automates standard internal procedures and processes to save time across the organization. Approval process automates the approval of records.

Workflow automates standard internal procedures and processes
Approval process automates the approval of records
Workflow can update fields, send email alerts, create tasks, etc.
Approval process involves submitting records for approval and defining approval steps
Workflow can be triggered by specific criteria or time-based events
Approval process requires manual or automated approval from designated approvers

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Approval process follows the approval process either approved or rejected. Workflow can update fields, send email alerts, create tasks, etc.

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Process builder can. Update any filed in any related record. Workflow update multiple records.

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workflow is triggered upon save

approval process is triggered only when user clicks submitt for approval button

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