What is required for scheduled workflows to process records?

Scheduled workflows in NetSuite require a saved search to process records because the saved search acts as the criterion or filter that defines which records the workflow will operate on. When setting up a scheduled workflow, you can specify a saved search that the workflow will reference to identify those specific records needing processing.

By utilizing a saved search, developers can ensure that the workflow engages only with relevant data and can run in regular intervals defined by the schedule. This functionality enables the automation of tasks associated with those records, such as updating fields, sending notifications, or creating linked records, in a more efficient and manageable manner.

Other options, such as a record type or user role, do not inherently provide the filtering mechanism essential for the scheduled workflow to operate on specific data sets. Similarly, while script deployment can enable or complement workflow functionality, it is not a requirement for scheduled workflows to initially process records as saved searches serve this vital purpose.