An automated workflow using ifttt
Connects Podio + Slack
Post to Slack when there's a new Podio app item
About this workflow template
This automation scenario allows you to connect Podio and Slack
It can be build using Ifttt, a no-code workflow automation tool. Ifttt 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
Podio and Slack can also be integrated using automation tools other than ifttt:
Diagram
How it works?
When this trigger fires in Podio
New app item in Podio
This trigger fires when a new item is created in an app in Podio.
Then this action happens in Slack
Post to channel in Slack
This Action will post a message to the channel you choose in Slack.
How to set up this workflow
This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Post to Slack when there's a new Podio app item.
Part I
Configure Applications
First, we need to connect Podio and Slack to IFTTT.
Create IFTTT account.
Create IFTTT account if you don't have one.
Connect Podio to IFTTT.
Give IFTTT access to your Podio account, using Podio credentials.
Connect Slack to IFTTT.
Give IFTTT 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 IFTTT.
Set up a Trigger action for Podio
Choose the following trigger: New app item (This trigger fires when a new item is created in an app in Podio.).
Then set up an Action for Slack
Choose this action: Post to channel (This Action will post a message to the channel you choose in Slack.).
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 Podio and Slack.
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 to Slack when there's a new Podio app item!
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Apps you need
Podio is a customizable online work platform that streamlines team collaboration and workflows. With hundreds of specialized apps to choose from, you can create a workspace tailored to your business needs.
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.
IFTTT helps to create applications connections with a simple statement: if this then that. For example: "Tweet your Instagrams as native photos on Twitter". You define a task by a trigger and an action.
