--- sourceDocument: zurich Combined Product Files sourceDocumentLink: https://www.servicenow.com/docs/r/zurich/delta-xanadu-zurich Release : - zurich ft:locale : - en-US ft:publication_title : - zurich Combined Product Files ft:clusterId : - delta3zx bundleId : - delta3zx --- # Combined Decision tables in Workflow Studio release notes for upgrades from Xanadu to Zurich # Combined Decision tables in Workflow Studio release notes for upgrades from Xanadu to Zurich {#ariaid-title1} Release version: Zurich Updated October 8, 2026 ![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 4 minutes to read Summarize ![AI sparkle icon](https://servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ai-sparkle-icon) Summarized using AI This content was generated using new OpenAI-powered functionality. Results are provided on an as is basis and are not guaranteed to be accurate or complete. ## Summary of Combined Decision tables in Workflow Studio release notes for upgrades from Xanadu to Zurich This consolidated release notes document helps ServiceNow customers prepare for upgrading Decision tables in Workflow Studio from the Xanadu release family through to Zurich. It summarizes new features, changes, and important upgrade considerations across multiple releases, streamlining your upgrade planning by providing a single point of reference. Show full answer Show less Workflow Studio is installed by default starting in Xanadu, but to access the latest features you must manually update it from the ServiceNow Store. Since Washington DC Patch 3, updating Workflow Studio automatically updates all its dependencies, simplifying maintenance. ## New Features * **Create decision tables directly in flows, subflows, and playbooks:** This enables rapid addition of decision logic using inputs from flows or playbooks, enhancing automation flexibility. * **Manage complex business logic in playbooks:** Use the "Make a Decision - First Match" activity within playbooks to handle decision outcomes and subsequent actions efficiently. * **Rank and reorder decision table rows:** Control the evaluation sequence of decision rules by adjusting row order, either by drag-and-drop or typing a new rank value. ## Changes * **User interface updates:** Decision table UI was updated to align with ServiceNow AI Platform themes for a consistent look and feel. * **Improved usability for large decision tables:** Scroll within large tables while keeping headers fixed, making it easier to navigate and review many rules. ## Upgrade Considerations * Workflow Studio and its dependencies must be updated manually from the ServiceNow Store to receive new features and fixes. * No features were removed or deprecated between Xanadu and Zurich for Decision tables in Workflow Studio. * Localization is supported via the Localization Framework, but editing decision tables in Excel does not support localization for non-English instances. * No changes to activation, additional requirements, browser compatibility, or accessibility were introduced during these releases. ## What to Expect After upgrading, you will be able to create and manage decision tables more efficiently within flows, subflows, and playbooks, improving your automation design capabilities. The enhanced UI and usability improvements will help you work with larger decision tables more effectively. Maintaining up-to-date versions ensures you benefit from these features and aligned platform experiences. Consolidated page of all release notes for Decision tables in Workflow Studio from Xanadu to Zurich. ## How to use this page To help you prepare for your upgrade, we have combined the cross-family Decision tables in Workflow Studio release notes onto one page. Read this summary of the new features, changes, and updated information for your product from Xanadu to Zurich. Tip: If there were no updates for a release notes section in a certain family release, we included a short note for your reference. For example, if a product did not have any updates in Tokyo, the row says "No updates for this release." ## Important information for upgrading Decision tables in Workflow Studio to Zurich Before you upgrade to Zurich, review these pre- and post-upgrade tasks and complete the tasks as needed. {#dfrn3-decisiontablesinworkflowstudio-summary__entry__2} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | Workflow Studio is automatically installed on your instance. However, Workflow Studio is a ServiceNow Store application, so to get the latest features, you must update your version manually to the most recent version. As of Washington DC Patch 3, updating Workflow Studio automatically updates all its application dependencies such as Workflow Studio, playbook, and Decision Builder. You can no longer see or update the individual application dependencies of Workflow Studio from the ServiceNow Store or the list of plugins. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## New features Between your current release family and Zurich, new features were introduced for Decision tables in Workflow Studio. {#dfrn3-decisiontablesinworkflowstudio-summary__entry__10} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | [Create a decision table in a flow](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=create-decision-table-flow&family=xanadu&ft:locale=en-US) : Create a decision table directly in your flow to add decisions quickly using the flow's inputs. [Create a decision table in a subflow](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=create-decision-table-subflow&family=xanadu&ft:locale=en-US) : Create a decision table directly in your subflow to add decisions quickly using the flow or subflow's inputs. [Create a decision table in a Playbook](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=make-decision-first-match-activity&family=xanadu&ft:locale=en-US) : Add a decision table directly in a Playbook to manage complex business logic using the Make a Decision - First Match activity. Add inputs from the playbook and manage other actions based on the results of your decision tables. [Rank and reorder decision table rows](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=reorder-decision-row&family=xanadu&ft:locale=en-US) : Determine or change the sequence in which your decision rules are evaluated by reordering the rows in a decision table. Type a new value in the Rank column to easily change decision row order. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Changes Between your current release family and Zurich, some changes were made to existing Decision tables in Workflow Studio features. {#dfrn3-decisiontablesinworkflowstudio-summary__entry__18} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | Theme updates : Some details in the decision table UI have been updated to follow standard ServiceNow AI Platform themes. Usability enhancement for scrolling within decision tables : In large decision tables, scroll within the table to see more rows. Note that the headers stay at the top of the table. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Removed Between your current release family and Zurich, some Decision tables in Workflow Studio features or functionality were removed. {#dfrn3-decisiontablesinworkflowstudio-summary__entry__26} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Deprecations Between your current release family and Zurich, some Decision tables in Workflow Studio features or functionality were deprecated. {#dfrn3-decisiontablesinworkflowstudio-summary__entry__34} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Activation information Review information on how to activate Decision tables in Workflow Studio. {#dfrn3-decisiontablesinworkflowstudio-summary__entry__42} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Additional requirements If any additional requirements were introduced or changed for Decision tables in Workflow Studio we have noted them here. {#dfrn3-decisiontablesinworkflowstudio-summary__entry__50} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Browser requirements If any specific browser requirements were introduced or changed for Decision tables in Workflow Studio we have noted them here. {#dfrn3-decisiontablesinworkflowstudio-summary__entry__58} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Accessibility information Review details on accessibility information for Decision tables in Workflow Studio, such as specific requirements or compliance levels. {#dfrn3-decisiontablesinworkflowstudio-summary__entry__66} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Localization information If there are specific localization considerations for Decision tables in Workflow Studio we have noted them here. {#dfrn3-decisiontablesinworkflowstudio-summary__entry__74} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | The Localization Framework is integrated in decision tables. However, because editing in Excel doesn't support localization, you cannot use this feature in any instance that doesn't use English. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Highlight information If there are specific highlight considerations for Decision tables in Workflow Studio we have noted them here. {#dfrn3-decisiontablesinworkflowstudio-summary__entry__82} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | * Create a decision table inline while authoring a flow or subflow in Workflow Studio. * Use decision tables directly in your playbooks in Workflow Studio. Add the Make a Decision - First Match activity with inputs from your playbook to manage complex decisions. * In large decision tables, scroll within the table to see more rows. * Rank the order in which decision rows are read in your table, and reorder rows as needed. See [Exploring decision tables](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=decision-designer-overview&family=xanadu&ft:locale=en-US) for more information. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | [ ]