What happens when multiple Process Handlers are used?

When multiple Process Handlers are used, they can operate independently without conflict. This is a key feature of how Process Handlers function within ServiceNow Discovery. Each handler is designed to manage its own specific type of process or task, allowing them to work concurrently without stepping on each other's toes. This independence is crucial for maintaining efficiency and ensuring that different discovery processes can proceed without interference.

The ability for multiple Process Handlers to run simultaneously is essential for large environments where various types of devices and applications need to be discovered and managed at the same time. This independent operation means that if one handler encounters an issue or is processing a specific discovery task, it does not impede the functionality of other handlers. Consequently, this independence helps in balancing workloads and enhances the overall performance of the discovery process.

When considering the other choices, combining handlers for consistency may lead to unnecessary complexity, and the possibility of creating duplicates is mitigated by the way handlers are designed to manage unique processes. As for the need for more resources, while there may be a natural increase in resource usage with multiple processes, the independence of the handlers primarily allows for more effective and parallel processing rather than simply creating a higher demand for resources.