# Google Chat’s IFTTT Integration: Automate Tasks Across 1,000+ Apps
Google Chat has recently made a major advancement in its functionality with the rollout of IFTTT (If This, Then That) integration. This exciting new feature enables users to automate a diverse array of tasks across over 1,000 applications, enhancing Google Chat as a more robust and efficient tool for both personal and professional applications.
## What You Should Know
– **IFTTT Integration:** Google Chat now incorporates IFTTT, allowing users to connect the chat platform with more than 1,000 popular applications to automate various tasks.
– **UKG Flow Integration:** Beyond IFTTT, Google Chat also features integration with UKG Flow, which brings UKG Pro Workforce Management (WFM) tools directly into the chat environment.
– **Admin Setup Required:** For organizations, UKG Flow must be installed by account administrators before it can be fully utilized by users.
## The Power of IFTTT in Google Chat
IFTTT is a widely recognized automation platform that empowers users to craft custom workflows based on the concept of “If This, Then That.” In essence, it enables you to set triggers (the “If This” component) that automatically activate actions (the “Then That” component) across various applications and services.
### How IFTTT Enhances Google Chat
With the IFTTT integration, Google Chat users can construct custom workflows that automate routine tasks, creating a more efficient and tailored platform. Here are some instances of what can be achieved:
– **Automated Welcome Messages:** Send a welcome message automatically to new members when they join a Google Chat space.
– **File Alerts:** Configure alerts to notify you in Google Chat when new files are uploaded to cloud storage services like Google Drive, Dropbox, or Box.
– **Social Media Monitoring:** Monitor social media mentions by having tags from platforms such as Discord, X (formerly Twitter), and Facebook automatically posted in a Google Chat space.
These automations can significantly enhance workflows, particularly in a professional environment where time management is crucial. By streamlining repetitive tasks, teams can devote more time to essential activities, thereby increasing productivity.
### Getting Started with IFTTT in Google Chat
To begin using IFTTT with Google Chat, simply visit the IFTTT Google Chat integration page and log in with your Google account. This feature is available to all Google Workspace users, Workspace Individual Subscribers, and anyone holding a personal Google account.
## UKG Flow Integration: Workforce Management Made Easy
Alongside IFTTT, Google Chat is also introducing support for UKG Flow, a tool that integrates UKG Pro Workforce Management (WFM) capabilities directly into the chat platform. This integration is particularly beneficial for organizations that depend on UKG Pro for managing employee workflows.
### Key Features of UKG Flow in Google Chat
– **Clocking In and Out:** Employees can clock in and out straight from Google Chat, negating the necessity to toggle between different applications.
– **Time-Off Requests:** Sending a request for time off is now as easy as sending a message in Google Chat.
– **Login Management:** Users can manage login processes within the chat interface, simplifying the handling of work schedules and other time-critical tasks.
### Admin Setup Required
For organizations wishing to utilize UKG Flow, account administrators must install the app before it can be accessible to all users. Once installed, employees can immediately start taking advantage of these features, making their daily tasks easier.
## Conclusion: A More Efficient Workday
The incorporation of IFTTT and UKG Flow into Google Chat is transformative for both individual users and organizations. By automating routine tasks and integrating key workforce management capabilities into a single interface, these new tools facilitate better management of your workday without the constant need to switch among various applications.
Whether you’re aiming to streamline your personal workflows or enhance team productivity, these integrations provide a powerful means to make Google Chat an even more essential tool in your everyday activities.
