Mastering Liferay Objects: Automating Notifications Made Simple

In today’s digital-first world, keeping users informed in real time is no longer optional — it’s expected. Whether it’s a reminder about an upcoming deadline, an approval workflow update, or an alert for critical business events, notifications play a crucial role in enhancing user engagement and productivity.

Liferay Objects, introduced as part of Liferay’s low-code/no-code approach, make it easy for businesses to model their data and automate workflows without heavy custom development. One of the most powerful features of Liferay Objects is Notifications — which allow you to deliver relevant information to the right users, at the right time, in the right format.

Liferay Objects + Notifications: How It Works

Liferay Objects let you create and manage custom business entities without coding. Once you have defined an Object, you can configure actions and triggers that determine when and how notifications should be sent.

Here’s a simplified flow:

1. Create an Object — Define your business entity (e.g., Leave Application, Purchase Request, KYC Approval).
2. Define a Trigger — Set the condition that activates a notification (e.g., when a request is submitted, updated, or approved).
3. Configure Notification Templates — Use predefined templates for emails or in-app messages, with placeholders for dynamic content.
4. Select Delivery Channel — Decide if notifications should be sent via email, in-app alerts, or integrated third-party services.
5. Automate & Monitor — Once activated, notifications work seamlessly in the background.

Key Benefits of Automating Notifications with Liferay Objects

1. Low-Code Configuration

   No need to dive deep into backend logic. Liferay’s UI lets administrators or business analysts configure notifications with clicks rather than code.

2. Personalization at Scale

   Dynamic placeholders in notification templates make it easy to personalize messages for each user without duplicating content.

3. Multi-Channel Flexibility

   Notifications can be sent through emails, in-app alerts, or APIs to integrate with collaboration tools like Slack, Microsoft Teams, or SMS gateways.

4. Seamless Integration with Workflows

   Notifications are tied to object lifecycle events. For example, when a manager approves a request, the system can instantly notify the employee.

5. Improved Efficiency & Productivity

   Automated notifications reduce manual follow-ups, ensuring that processes move forward without unnecessary delays.

Real-World Use Cases

Here are a few examples of how enterprises can automate notifications with Liferay Objects:

• HR Management — Notify employees when their leave request is approved or rejected.
• Procurement — Send real-time alerts to managers when a purchase order exceeds a threshold.
• Customer Support — Alert agents when a ticket is assigned or escalated.
• Compliance — Send reminders before critical compliance deadlines.
• KYC and Onboarding — Notify customers when documents are approved or need additional information.

Each of these examples demonstrates how businesses can reduce reliance on manual processes while providing a smoother experience for users.

Best Practices for Setting Up Notifications

While Liferay makes it easy to configure notifications, here are some best practices to ensure they’re effective:

• Keep Messages Clear and Concise — Users should immediately understand the purpose of a notification.
• Avoid Notification Overload — Too many alerts can lead to disengagement. Prioritize critical updates.
• Use Personalization — Include relevant user or object data to make messages more meaningful.
• Test Before Deployment — Always test templates and triggers in a staging environment before rolling them out.
• Monitor and Optimize — Track how notifications are used and refine rules or templates based on user feedback.

Conclusion

Liferay Objects empower businesses to go beyond simple data modeling — they help automate the flow of information through smart notifications. With minimal coding effort, organizations can set up real-time alerts that enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and keep users engaged.

Whether it’s HR, finance, compliance, or customer support, automated notifications ensure that the right people are always in the loop.

At Surekha Technologies, we specialize in implementing and customizing Liferay solutions, helping enterprises unlock the full potential of features like Objects and Notifications.

Surekha Technologies is a Digital Transformation and Digital Experience Enabler for solutions built with web and mobile technologies. We serve our customers worldwide and have a presence in the USA.