ApproveThis manages your Truss Integration approvals.

When "Just Get It Signed" Meets "Actually Get It Done"

Let's be real: collecting files and approvals feels like herding cats with a laser pointer. Someone's always out of office, the VP wants changes after the fact, and that critical contract? It's buried under 37 Slack messages. This is why pairing Truss's dead-simple file collection with ApproveThis' no-nonsense approval automation isn't just convenient – it's borderline survivalist for teams scaling past 50 employees.

Truss keeps your files sorted. ApproveThis keeps your decisions moving. Together? They turn "waiting on someone" into "done, what's next."

Why This Combo Works When Other Tools Nope Out

Most approval tools treat your process like a flowchart. ApproveThis treats it like reality – where budgets change, approvers go camping, and legal needs to veto the marketing team's "creative" contract terms. Add Truss' knack for keeping files from becoming digital landfill, and you've got:

• Zero "Who Has the Latest Version?" Mondays: Files live in Truss, approvals track in ApproveThis. No crossover drama.
• Approvals That Respect the Chain of Command: Auto-escalate big spends, require dual sign-offs on NDAs, or let junior staff handle routine stuff without babysitting.

Example: A construction firm uses Truss to collect subcontractor certs. ApproveThis auto-routes them to safety, accounting, AND the project lead – in order. No one gets skipped, no one gets annoyed.

Real Uses for Teams Who Hate Busywork

1. Killing the "Approval Black Hole" in Client Projects

Template: New Truss Project → ApproveThis Request → Team Celebrates On Time Delivery

Marketing agencies: Client uploads final assets to Truss. ApproveThis pings your creative director, legal (for usage rights), and the account lead – simultaneously. First to respond wins. No more 3-day email chains because legal's on vacation. Zapier handles the handoff.

2. Procurement Without the Papercuts

Template: New Truss File (Vendor Contract) → Auto-Calculate Fees → Route Based on $ Amount

Here's the magic: ApproveThis' calculated fields can check if a contract exceeds $50K. If yes, auto-add the CFO. If not, just the department head. All without making accounting install Truss.

3. Change Orders That Don't Cause Mutiny

Template: Truss Task Update → ApproveThis → Update Project Metadata

Software teams: When devs adjust scope in Truss, ApproveThis requires client sign-off on the exact changes. Once approved, Truss auto-updates the project charter. No surprise invoices, no "I didn't agree to this" calls.

Setup That Takes Less Time Than Your Daily Standup

Connect Truss + ApproveThis via Zapier in three steps even your least techy PM can handle:

1. Pick your trigger (New File in Truss, Project Created, etc.)
2. Map the key details to ApproveThis – due dates, approvers, $$ amounts
3. Test with a real file (Pro tip: Use the NDA template first)

Boom. Next time someone uploads a contract to Truss, ApproveThis does the approval heavy lifting while your team does actual work.

Why Your Finance Team Will Stop Ignoring You

Approval thresholds. Set them once:

• Under $1K? Auto-approved if submitted before 3PM
• $1K-$10K? Needs manager + finance
• Over $10K? Escalate to VP + legal

Truss files provide the paper trail. ApproveThis enforces the rules. Auditors suddenly find you charming.

For Teams Who Partner With Actual Humans

External approvals suck less because:

• Clients approve via email (no app install needed)
• Auto-reminders nudge them without you playing secretary
• If they reject, comments auto-sync to Truss for revisions

Example: A healthcare org collects patient consent forms via Truss. ApproveThis routes them to doctors (must approve), admins (just FYI). Compliance stays intact without annoying busy staff.

When "Vacation Mode" Isn't Just for Instagram

ApproveThis' delegation feature means:

• Out of office? Approvals shift to your backup automatically
• Back from vacation? See what your delegate decided
• No more "Sorry, I was on PTO" bottlenecks

Pair this with Truss' file versioning, and even that last-minute change request while you're snorkeling gets handled without drama.

Bottom Line: This Isn't About Tools, It's About Tempo

Companies between 50-5k employees don't have time for "waiting." Every stalled approval costs momentum. By pairing Truss' organized file handling with ApproveThis' ruthless approval efficiency, you're not just speeding up decisions – you're making progress the default.

Next step: Register for ApproveThis, connect your Truss account via Zapier, and automate your first approval flow in under 20 minutes. Or, if you prefer human interaction (weirdo), book a demo.

FAQs From People Who Hate Reading Docs

Q: Do approvers need a Truss login?
A: Nope. They approve via email or ApproveThis. Keep your Truss seats for actual users.

Q: What if we already use [Other Tool]?
A: Cool. ApproveThis plugs into Zapier, so unless you're using something from 1998, it'll work.

Q: How bulletproof is the audit trail?
A: ApproveThis logs every decision, comment, and delay. Truss keeps the files. Together, they're compliance catnip.