What makes Flows Optimized for Fast Field Updates easier to configure than other flow types?

Flows Optimized for Fast Field Updates simplify the configuration process primarily because there is no need to employ an Update Records element for updates. This means that when these flows are executed, they can directly manipulate fields on the record being updated without requiring a separate step to save those changes to the database. This reduces the complexity involved in setting up the flow and enhances performance during execution, as it streamlines the flow's design by eliminating an extra element.

The ability to bypass the Update Records element allows developers and administrators to create simpler and more efficient flows, ultimately leading to faster processing, which is critical in scenarios where immediate updates are necessary. This characteristic significantly differs from other flow types where additional elements might be necessary to rewrite or update field values explicitly.

Thus, this makes Flows Optimized for Fast Field Updates particularly advantageous for scenarios expected to execute field updates rapidly following record changes.