How can Universal Containers automatically create a field service dispatch record based on case criteria?

The correct method for Universal Containers to automatically create a field service dispatch record based on case criteria is by utilizing a case assignment rule.

Case assignment rules are specifically designed to facilitate the automatic assignment of cases to the appropriate person or team based on defined criteria. When a case meets the specified conditions outlined in the assignment rule, it can trigger additional actions, such as the creation of a field service dispatch record. This seamless automation ensures that cases are not only prioritized and assigned effectively but also linked to the corresponding field service activity, optimizing both service delivery and resource management.

While other options may play a role in the broader context of case management and automation, they do not specifically address the need for automatically creating a dispatch record based on case criteria as effectively as a case assignment rule does. For example, workflow rules are mainly used for executing predefined actions based on specific criteria but aren't tailored specifically for creating field service dispatch records. Validation rules check data integrity and enforce business rules but don’t perform actions like creating records. An Apex trigger, while highly customizable, would require development resources and is more complex than necessary for this requirement, making it less efficient for standard case-to-dispatch record automation.