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5. Employee Onboarding Flow - Automations
5. Employee Onboarding Flow - Automations
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Written by JJ Galvez
Updated over a week ago

In this article, we'll explore the powerful concept of Automations and how they can enhance an Employee Onboarding flow. Let's dive into automations and learn how to efficiently set up tools and accounts for new employees.


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Introduction to Automations:

  • Automations are a key feature in FlowmapAI that allow you to automate repetitive tasks and streamline workflows.

  • In the context of employee onboarding, automations can be used to send requests, create accounts, and perform other tasks seamlessly.


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Setting Up Tool Requests:

  • Begin by adding a new section for submitting tool requests to the IT department.

  • Use the "Email Send" automation to send a request email to IT, utilizing the information collected in previous steps.

  • Reference relevant fields such as the IT representative's email and the employee's information.

  • Set up the email content, including the subject and message, to provide clear instructions to IT.


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Automating Account Creation:

  • Additionally, automate the process of creating accounts for the new employee.

  • Utilize automations such as "Google Workspace Account Creation" and "FlowmapAI Account Creation" to streamline account setup.

  • Provide necessary information such as the employee's first name, last name, and email.

  • Utilize outputs from automations, such as the newly created email and password, for further steps in the flow.


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Discovering and Using Automations:

  • Explore the dropdown menu to discover various automations available based on the apps integrated into your account.

  • FlowmapAI suggests relevant automations based on the title of your steps, providing you with efficient options to enhance your workflow.

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