Merge multiple runs into one

For platform N8n, this workflow merges multiple data runs into a single output, streamlining data processing. It automates the retrieval of customer information, efficiently loops through items, and consolidates results, saving time and enhancing productivity.

7/4/2025
7 nodes
Complex
manualcomplexn8ntrainingcustomerdatastorewaitnoopsplitinbatcheslogicconditional
Categories:
Manual TriggeredComplex Workflow
Integrations:
N8nTrainingCustomerDatastoreWaitNoOpSplitInBatches

Target Audience

This workflow is ideal for:

- Data Analysts: Who need to aggregate and analyze customer data efficiently.
- Marketing Teams: Looking to segment and target customers based on specific criteria.
- Developers: Who want to automate repetitive tasks involving customer data processing.
- Business Managers: Aiming to streamline operations and improve decision-making based on customer insights.
- N8n Users: Familiar with automation tools and looking to enhance their workflows with conditional logic and batch processing.

Problem Solved

This workflow addresses the following issues:

- Inefficiency in Data Processing: Automates the retrieval and processing of customer data, reducing manual effort.
- Time Consumption: The integration of a wait node allows for controlled pacing in processing, preventing system overloads.
- Data Aggregation: Merges multiple runs into one consolidated output, simplifying data analysis.
- Conditional Logic: Ensures that the workflow only proceeds when specific conditions are met, enhancing the reliability of outcomes.

Workflow Steps

The workflow consists of the following steps:

1. Manual Trigger: The process starts when the user manually executes the workflow.
2. Customer Datastore Access: Retrieves all customer data from the N8nTrainingCustomerDatastore.
3. Batch Processing: The data is split into manageable batches for processing.
4. Waiting Period: A wait node introduces a pause between processing batches to ensure system stability.
5. Looping Logic: Continues processing until all items have been handled, checking if more items are left to process.
6. No Operation Node: Acts as a placeholder to maintain the workflow's structure while looping through items.
7. Merging Results: Finally, all processed data is merged into a single output for easy analysis and reporting.

Customization Guide

Users can customize this workflow by:

- Adjusting Wait Times: Modify the wait duration in the wait node to fit the processing capacity of your system.
- Changing Data Retrieval Parameters: Alter the operation in the Customer Datastore node to fetch specific customer segments or data types.
- Modifying Conditional Logic: Update the conditions in the Done looping? node to suit different scenarios or requirements.
- Adding Additional Nodes: Incorporate more nodes for further data processing or integration with other services as needed.
- Customizing Output Format: Change the merging logic in the Merge loop items node to format the output according to specific reporting needs.