Yes, but not directly. Alteryx doesn’t continuously monitor files for changes out of the box. Instead, you’ll need to combine Alteryx with a scheduling or automation solution to trigger the workflow when the source data is updated.

A few common approaches are:

• Alteryx Scheduler: Configure the workflow to run at regular intervals (e.g., every 15 minutes or hourly) and process new or modified files.
• Windows Task Scheduler + PowerShell: Use a script to monitor a file or folder for changes, then execute the Alteryx workflow only when an update is detected.
• Power Automate or similar automation tools: If your files are stored in SharePoint, OneDrive, or another supported location, you can trigger an Alteryx workflow whenever a file is created or modified.
• Alteryx Server: In enterprise environments, Alteryx Server provides centralized scheduling, workflow orchestration, and API capabilities, making it easier to integrate with external systems and automate workflow execution.

The best solution depends on your requirements. If near real-time processing is important, a file monitoring script or an automation platform is usually the best choice. If a slight delay is acceptable, a scheduled workflow is simpler to implement and easier to maintain.

Regardless of the approach, it’s also a good practice to make your workflow idempotent—meaning it can safely run multiple times without creating duplicate records or inconsistent results. This makes the automation more reliable and resilient, especially in production environments.