An automated workflow using zapier
Connects Slack + Pivotal Tracker
Create Pivotal Tracker stories from new Slack messages
About this workflow template
This automation scenario allows you to connect Slack and Pivotal Tracker
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 Pivotal Tracker can also be integrated using automation tools other than zapier:
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How it works?
When this trigger fires in Slack
New Message Posted to Channel in Slack
Triggers when a new message is posted to a specific #channel you choose.
Then this action happens in Pivotal Tracker
Create Story in Pivotal Tracker
Creates a new story in a project.
How to set up this workflow
This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Create Pivotal Tracker stories from new Slack messages.
Part I
Configure Applications
First, we need to connect Slack and Pivotal Tracker 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 Pivotal Tracker to Zapier.
Give Zapier access to your Pivotal Tracker account, using Pivotal Tracker 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 Message Posted to Channel (Triggers when a new message is posted to a specific #channel you choose.).
Then set up an Action for Pivotal Tracker
Choose this action: Create Story (Creates a new story in a project.).
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 Pivotal Tracker.
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 Pivotal Tracker stories from new Slack messages!
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Create story
Creates a new story in a project.
actionbyzapierintegratelypabbly-connectCreate project
Creates a new project.
actionbyzapierintegratelypabbly-connectCreate a story
Creates a new story in a project.
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actionbyzapierFind project
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Finds an existing project by exact name match.
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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.
Pivotal Tracker is the award-winning, easy-to-use project management tool for agile teams. It enables real-time collaboration on a shared, prioritized backlog, keeping everyone focused and on the same page to bring the right products to market faster.
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.
