An automated workflow using zapier
Connects Slack + Asana
Create Asana tasks from new saved Slack messages
About this workflow template
This automation scenario allows you to connect Slack 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
Slack and Asana can also be integrated using automation tools other than zapier:
Diagram
How it works?
When this trigger fires in Slack
New Saved Message in Slack
Triggers when you save a message.
Then these actions happen in Asana
Create Task in Asana
Adds a new task.
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 Asana tasks from new saved Slack messages.
Part I
Configure Applications
First, we need to connect Slack and Asana to Zapier.
Create Zapier account.
Create Zapier account if you don't have one.
Connect Slack to Zapier.
Give Zapier access to your Slack account, using Slack 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 Slack
Choose the following trigger: New Saved Message (Triggers when you save a message.).
Then set up an Action for Asana
Choose this action: Create Task (Adds a new task.).
Then set up another 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 Slack 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 Asana tasks from new saved Slack messages!
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Triggers when you save a message.
triggerbyzapierNew pushed message
Triggers when you click the "Push to Zapier" button from a message in Slack.
triggerbyzapierNew user
Triggers when a new Slack user is created / first joins your org.
triggerbyzapierpabbly-connectNew mention
Triggers when a username or highlight word is mentioned in a public #channel.
triggerbyzapier
Create task
Adds a new task.
actionbyzapieriftttintegratelypipedreamCreate project
Adds a new project.
actionbyzapieriftttintegratelypabbly-connectpipedreamCreate a task or a subtask
Creates a task or a subtask.
actionbyintegromatSearch sections
Search Section by Name
actionbyautomateiopipedreamUpdate task
Update a specified Task in a Project
actionbyautomateiointegratelypipedreamFind task by id
Finds an existing task by its ID.
actionbyzapierpipedream
Apps you need
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.
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.
