APPIAN ANALYST CERTIFICATION EXAM OVERVIEW: AN A+
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GUIDE BOOK
Record list action
Actions visible to all user groups, started from a record list, and presented in list view
Related action
Actions visible only to the admin group, started from a specific record, and presented in
summary view
Process models
Used in Appian to translate business workflows into executable processes, designate
tasks to users, and deploy applications into different environments
Persona
A representation of a group with similar needs who will work in the application
Record type data
Data that may or may not come from relational databases
Integration Object
Object used to interact with external systems
Record type relationships
Provide a fast and easy way to connect and reference related data
Columns layout
Helpful when you want to avoid using fields that run across the whole page and
organize information across the width of your page
Sections
Used to visually group related parts of interfaces with prominent section labels
Billboard layout
Used when you need a decorative element that displays an overlay of content on top of
an image or video
Automation
The shift of tasks from humans to technology applications to handle routine, time-
consuming work
Operational efficiency
, The ability to deliver products and services with minimal waste and maximum
productivity
Employee productivity and innovation
The effectiveness and creativity of employees in contributing to the success and growth
of the business
Achieving business agility
The capability of a business to rapidly adapt and respond to changes in the market or
environment
Reduced workforce
A decrease in the number of employees within a company, often achieved through
automation or optimization
Appian Community Resources
Various resources provided by the Appian Community including discussion forums,
learning materials, customer success stories, support FAQs, and more
Appian Basic Steps to Building an App
Sequential steps involved in creating an application on the Appian platform: creating an
application, connecting to data, providing access to users, and adding analytics
Appian Data Objects
Different types of data-related objects in Appian such as Data Store, Custom Data
Type, and Record Type
Appian Process Objects
Various objects related to processes in Appian including Process Model, Process
Report, Robotic Tasks, and Robot Pool
Appian User Objects
Objects related to users in Appian such as Interface, Report, Site, and Portal
Appian Rule Objects
Objects used for defining rules and logic in Appian applications, including Constant,
Decision, Expression Rule, AI Skill, and Translation Set
Appian Integration Objects
Objects used for integrating external systems with Appian, such as Connected System,
Integration, and Web API
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GUIDE BOOK
Record list action
Actions visible to all user groups, started from a record list, and presented in list view
Related action
Actions visible only to the admin group, started from a specific record, and presented in
summary view
Process models
Used in Appian to translate business workflows into executable processes, designate
tasks to users, and deploy applications into different environments
Persona
A representation of a group with similar needs who will work in the application
Record type data
Data that may or may not come from relational databases
Integration Object
Object used to interact with external systems
Record type relationships
Provide a fast and easy way to connect and reference related data
Columns layout
Helpful when you want to avoid using fields that run across the whole page and
organize information across the width of your page
Sections
Used to visually group related parts of interfaces with prominent section labels
Billboard layout
Used when you need a decorative element that displays an overlay of content on top of
an image or video
Automation
The shift of tasks from humans to technology applications to handle routine, time-
consuming work
Operational efficiency
, The ability to deliver products and services with minimal waste and maximum
productivity
Employee productivity and innovation
The effectiveness and creativity of employees in contributing to the success and growth
of the business
Achieving business agility
The capability of a business to rapidly adapt and respond to changes in the market or
environment
Reduced workforce
A decrease in the number of employees within a company, often achieved through
automation or optimization
Appian Community Resources
Various resources provided by the Appian Community including discussion forums,
learning materials, customer success stories, support FAQs, and more
Appian Basic Steps to Building an App
Sequential steps involved in creating an application on the Appian platform: creating an
application, connecting to data, providing access to users, and adding analytics
Appian Data Objects
Different types of data-related objects in Appian such as Data Store, Custom Data
Type, and Record Type
Appian Process Objects
Various objects related to processes in Appian including Process Model, Process
Report, Robotic Tasks, and Robot Pool
Appian User Objects
Objects related to users in Appian such as Interface, Report, Site, and Portal
Appian Rule Objects
Objects used for defining rules and logic in Appian applications, including Constant,
Decision, Expression Rule, AI Skill, and Translation Set
Appian Integration Objects
Objects used for integrating external systems with Appian, such as Connected System,
Integration, and Web API
