Scheduled workflows can be delayed slightly due to:

Scheduled workflows in NetSuite can experience slight delays primarily due to server load at the time of execution. When a scheduled workflow is triggered, it relies on server resources to process and execute the tasks associated with that workflow. If the server is heavily loaded with other processes or functions, this can lead to queuing or slower response times, causing the scheduled workflow to be executed later than intended.

Factors like network speed, while important for overall performance and the responsiveness of the platform, do not directly affect the timing of scheduled workflows that are executed server-side. Similarly, script errors would typically halt the execution of a specific workflow rather than merely delay it. User permission settings can restrict access to workflows but do not influence the timing of when they are run. Thus, the load on the server is the most relevant factor for potential delays in the execution of scheduled workflows.