# Automate by time in status

> Use time in a status as a clearer trigger for the work that should happen next. See what changed in Sift AI and how it helps social care teams.

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Last updated: 2026-08-12

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## Automate by time in status

Use time in a status as a clearer trigger for the work that should happen next.

## What changed

- Build rules around how long work has stayed in a state.
- Keep a follow-up from quietly aging in the queue.

[Explore social care automation](https://www.getsift.ai/social-support/) [Learn about Sift workflows](https://docs.getsift.ai/docs/automate/workflows)

SIFT / AUTOMATIONS Automation

 **Time in status** A timely next step

## More Automation updates

### [Your agents, in one place](https://www.getsift.ai/changelog/2026-10-19-your-agents-in-one-place/)

### [More useful case macros](https://www.getsift.ai/changelog/2026-10-19-more-useful-case-macros/)

### [Save agent answers in custom fields](https://www.getsift.ai/changelog/2026-10-15-save-agent-answers-in-custom-fields/)

October 15, 2026 Automation