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[Automations](https://support.jobnimbus.com/automations?hsLang=en) # What Is the Difference Between Event-based and Time-based Automations? ## Learn how the different types of Automations can best serve the Actions you want to execute. ### Event-based Automations These types of Automations can be used to **trigger [Actions](https://support.jobnimbus.com/what-are-the-different-actions-i-can-have-an-automation-do?hsLang=en) immediately** once the [Conditions](https://support.jobnimbus.com/what-kind-of-conditions-can-i-use-with-an-automation?hsLang=en) are met. Some examples of how [Event-based Automations](https://support.jobnimbus.com/how-do-i-create-an-event-based-automation?hsLang=en) can be used: - Send notifications to your team members as soon as a record is updated. - Notify a Sales Rep immediately when a new lead is entered into the system. - Assign Tasks when a record in the system is updated. - Create a follow-up Task after an appointment is completed. - Send the client an email when they move into a specific Status. ### Time-based Automations These types of Automations can be used to **trigger Actions at a specified time** after the Conditions have been met. 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