Namely
Slack
zapier

An automated workflow using zapier

Connects Namely + Slack

Post new employees added in Namely to a Slack channel

About this workflow template

This automation scenario allows you to connect Namely and Slack

It can be build using Zapier, a no-code workflow automation tool. Zapier allows you to create automated scripts 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.

Namely and Slack can also be integrated using automation tools other than zapier:

Diagram

Post new employees added in Namely to a Slack channel
Workflow diagram: Namely + Slack integration

How it works?

When this trigger fires in Namely

Namely

New Employee in Namely

Triggers when a new employee is created.

Then this action happens in Slack

Slack

Send Channel Message in Slack

Post a new message to a specific #channel you choose. Can also schedule a message for later.

How to set up this workflow

This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Post new employees added in Namely to a Slack channel.

Part I

Configure Applications

First, we need to connect Namely and Slack to Zapier.

  • Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account if you don't have one.

  • Connect Namely to Zapier.

    Connect Namely to Zapier.

    Give Zapier access to your Namely account, using Namely credentials.

  • Connect Slack to Zapier.

    Connect Slack to Zapier.

    Give Zapier access to your Slack account, using Slack 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 Namely

    Set up a Trigger action for Namely

    Choose the following trigger: New Employee (Triggers when a new employee is created.).

  • Then set up an Action for Slack

    Then set up an Action for Slack

    Choose this action: Send Channel Message (Post a new message to a specific #channel you choose. Can also schedule a message for later.).

Part III

Test and Publish

Finally, we need to test this automation and publish it.

  • Customize data flow

    Customize data flow

    Configure the data that is exchanged between Namely and Slack.

  • Test the workflow and turn it on for production use

    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 Post new employees added in Namely to a Slack channel!

Supported triggers and actions

  • Slack

    New message in channels (instant)

    New message in channels (instant)

    pipedream
    triggerbypipedream
  • Slack

    New message posted to channel

    Triggers when a new message is posted to a specific #channel you choose.

    zapier
    triggerbyzapier
  • Slack

    New saved message

    Triggers when you save a message.

    zapier
    triggerbyzapier
  • Slack

    New pushed message

    Triggers when you click the "Push to Zapier" button from a message in Slack.

    zapier
    triggerbyzapier
  • Slack

    New user

    Triggers when a new Slack user is created / first joins your org.

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    triggerbyzapierpabbly-connectalbato
  • Slack

    New reaction added

    Triggers when a reaction (aka reactji) is added to a message in a public #channel.

    zapier
    triggerbyzapier
  • Namely

    Create user

    Create user

    pipedream
    actionbypipedream
  • Namely

    Get user

    Get user

    pipedream
    actionbypipedream
  • Namely

    Update user

    Update user

    pipedream
    actionbypipedream
  • Namely

    Create employee

    Creates a new employee.

    zapier
    actionbyzapier
  • Namely

    Update employee

    Updates an existing employee.

    zapier
    actionbyzapier
  • Namely

    Find employee

    Finds an employee.

    zapier
    actionbyzapier

Apps you need

Slack

Slack

Team Chat

A cloud-based platform for team communication and collaboration

Slack is the go-to platform for modern teams seeking seamless communication and collaboration. With everything in one easily searchable place, including channels, integrations, and tools, Slack keeps your team aligned and productive.

Zapier

Zapier

Automation Platforms

No-code automation service

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.