Where should most exception handling take place in a process?

Most exception handling should occur at the process or component level because this is where the primary logic and execution flow of a Blue Prism process reside. By handling exceptions at this level, you can implement strategies that are tailored to the specific operations and actions being performed, which allows for a more controlled response to errors that may arise during the execution of the process.

This approach ensures that exceptions specific to the business logic or the individual steps within the process can be captured effectively. It allows for various actions, such as retries, alternative workflows, or logging errors, to be implemented seamlessly within the context of the overall process design. Handling exceptions at the process level also makes it easier to maintain and update the relevant logic as the process evolves over time, contributing to overall robustness and reliability.

In contrast, handling exceptions at the user interface, database, or network levels is generally not optimal as these components are typically more passive and do not directly manage the execution of business logic. While those areas may encounter their own types of exceptions, they are often better managed through specific strategies focused on interaction, data storage, and connectivity rather than inside the core process automation.