Provided is a method for dynamic adaption of a workflow, WF, of an automation system, AS, wherein the workflow, WF, includes automated handling functions, AHFs, implementing associated production steps of a production process controlled by a workflow processor, WP, of a machine of the automation system and at least one automated handling function, AHF, shell configured to plug a pluggable automated handling function, pAHF, into the workflow, WF, of the automation system during runtime of the automation system for adaption of the workflow, WF.