Automation and Integration
Automation and Integration
Don't check to see if your Autoclave is done again. Have it tell you when it's ready.
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There are many apps and ways to automate your files once they are digital and online.
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Here are 2 that we tried that will help you automate your day.
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There are a number of similar apps. on the market. These 2 have a free option that allow you to try.
We do not endorse this or have any affiliation with them. Some features may require an addition fee.
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With automation you can get an email or text messages when a cycle is finished.
You can instantly reformat your text file as a PDF.
Need time to empty and repack your unit after a cycle? Have a calendar invite automatically sent to your coworkers to let them know you will be busy for the next 15 minutes.
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Send a teams message or transfer your files to Google Drive.
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There are thousands of apps that will aid in your daily work flow.
Zapier has an easy setup interface. It walks you through the setup and authorization process.
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In our test we chose to have an email sent.
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It allows full customization. You to add a subject and body of your choice. You may choose to send the file as an attachment. Zappier claims there are over 5000 apps that they have integrated with their platform.
The free version -​
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5 Zaps - Zaps connect your apps and services together to automate repetitive tasks and save you time.
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15 min update time - How often Zapier checks for new data to start your Zap.
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Single-step Zaps - Single-step Zaps have one Trigger (e.g. new email lead) and one Action (e.g. add to my CRM).
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No-code editor - Intuitive no-code editor to build automated workflows.
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Drafts - Edit your Zaps without turning them off to iterate quickly.
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Duplicate & reorder steps - Duplicate steps and Paths and drag steps around to reorder your Zap.
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Transfer (beta) - Transfer lets you move data in bulk from one app to another.
*The paid version eliminates or reduces all the limitations.
IFTTT has a similar interface to Zapier although slightly less refined. They offer equal customization and options.
IFTTT has unlimited number of times that each applet (IFTTT, name for automation tasks) will run. They claim to have over 700 services that will connect to their platform.
The free version -​
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5 Applets
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Standard Applet speeds
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DIY or use published Applets
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Unlimited Applet runs
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Free mobile app access
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Simple no-code integrations
Keep in mind you will have to make a separate Zap or Applet for each machine. The automation is triggered of a file in a folder.
The Verdict -
If you have less than 5 machines that run a couple times a week stick with Zapier. It looks nice but the price is steep once you've outgrown the free version, unless you need their advanced feature.
If you have more than 5 machines or run them many times a day, go with IFTTT for the price it will get you the basics at a more reasonable price.
Here a the links to their pricing.
Let us know how you use these or any other automation app. It may help others solve a problem they have been struggling with.
