An automated workflow using zapier
Connects Amazon Alexa + Asana
Create tasks in Asana from new Amazon Alexa trigger phrases
About this workflow template
This automation scenario allows you to connect Amazon Alexa and Asana
It can be build using Zapier, a no-code workflow automation tool. Zapier allows you to create automated bots using a simple drag-and-drop interface for non-technical users. This is a ready-made scenario, but it can be customized by adding more apps, actions, filters or branches.
Categories
Amazon Alexa and Asana can also be integrated using automation tools other than zapier:
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How it works?
When this trigger fires in Amazon Alexa
Trigger Phrase Spoken in Amazon Alexa
Triggers when you ask Alexa to trigger a zap with your trigger phrase. Requires the Zapier skill on an Alexa enabled device.
Then this action happens in Asana
Create Task in Asana
Adds a new task.
How to set up this workflow
This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Create tasks in Asana from new Amazon Alexa trigger phrases.
Part I
Configure Applications
First, we need to connect Amazon Alexa and Asana to Zapier.
Create Zapier account.
Create Zapier account if you don't have one.
Connect Amazon Alexa to Zapier.
Give Zapier access to your Amazon Alexa account, using Amazon Alexa credentials.
Connect Asana to Zapier.
Give Zapier access to your Asana account, using Asana credentials.
Part II
Build an integration workflow
Next, we need to create a workflow automation scenario using graphical no-code web interface of Zapier.
Set up a Trigger action for Amazon Alexa
Choose the following trigger: Trigger Phrase Spoken (Triggers when you ask Alexa to trigger a zap with your trigger phrase. Requires the Zapier skill on an Alexa enabled device.).
Then set up an Action for Asana
Choose this action: Create Task (Adds a new task.).
Part III
Test and Publish
Finally, we need to test this automation and publish it.
Customize data flow
Configure the data that is exchanged between Amazon Alexa and Asana.
Test the workflow and turn it on for production use
Test your scenario and publish to production. Now you have an automatic workflow, that will Create tasks in Asana from new Amazon Alexa trigger phrases!
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Apps you need
Asana is a powerful work management platform that simplifies team collaboration and project management. With Asana, you can track and prioritize tasks, monitor progress in real-time, and connect all your work in one place. From small tasks to big initiatives, Asana helps teams achieve great results, anywhere, anytime.
Zapier simplifies busy people's lives by automating web app data transfers, reducing tedious tasks, and allowing teams to collaborate effortlessly. With over 5,000 popular apps connected, it's never been easier to streamline your workflow.
