ApproveThis manages your Locate2u Integration approvals.

When Route Optimization Meets Approval Automation

Let's get real - if your delivery updates get stuck in email chains while drivers sit idle, or if service teams wait days for shipment approvals, you're burning money. That's why combining Locate2u's live tracking with ApproveThis' approval automation isn't just convenient; it's survival gear for operations teams scaling past 50 employees.

Locate2u handles the physical world: optimizing routes, managing stops, keeping customers updated. ApproveThis handles the bureaucratic world: getting signatures, checking compliance, making decisions stick. Together through Zapier, they create closed-loop workflows where nothing falls through the cracks - not the $10K shipment needing CFO sign-off, not the last-minute stop change requiring dispatcher approval.

Why This Combo Works (When Others Don't)

Most approval tools treat every request the same. ApproveThis adds context-aware muscle to Locate2u's logistics brain:

For Locate2u Users:

Your drivers don't care about approval policies - they need updated routes now. With ApproveThis baked into your Locate2u workflows via Zapier:

• Field teams trigger approvals directly from the Locate2u app or driver updates
• Managers approve/deny via email without needing Locate2u logins
• Auto-reassign approvals when managers are OOO (no more "Sorry, I was on PTO" delays)

For Finance/Operations:

Finally, audit trails that match purchase orders to delivery confirmations. Approval thresholds mean:

• Under $500? Auto-approved shipments
• Over $5K? Escalate to CFO + legal
• Custom formulas (e.g., "If hazardous materials + residential area, require safety officer review")

Real Workflows for Real Companies

1. Emergency Route Changes

Scenario: A plumbing company gets emergency calls mid-day. Dispatchers normally reroute trucks, but after a $20K overtime incident, they now require manager approval for any route changes adding >1hr labor.

The Fix: When a Locate2u stop status changes to "Reroute Requested," ApproveThis:

• Checks labor impact via calculated fields
• Pings managers with one-click approve/deny buttons
• Auto-updates Locate2u routes if approved

Result: 63% faster emergency response, 28% lower overtime (they stopped paying plumbers to sit in traffic).

2. High-Value Shipment Releases

Scenario: A medical device company ships $250K MRI parts. Warehouse can't release without dual approvals, but engineers often forget to sign off.

The Fix: When Locate2u creates a shipment, ApproveThis:

• Requires QA lead + client service manager approval
• Syncs tracking numbers to both systems
• Escalates after 2hrs with SMS alerts

Result: Zero unapproved shipments, 41% faster release times.

3. Customer Credits & Refunds

Scenario: A food distributor auto-approves credits under $100, but larger refunds need regional director approval. Accounting was manually checking Locate2u delivery notes.

The Fix: Now, when drivers mark deliveries as "Damaged" in Locate2u:

• ApproveThis calculates credit amount based on order value
• Routes to accounting > regional director if over $100
• Syncs approved credits back to Locate2u as notes

Result: 75% fewer customer service escalations about missing refunds.

Setting This Up Without IT

If you can use a toaster, you can connect these systems:

1. Zapier Setup: Create a Zapier account (free tier works)
2. Trigger: Pick your Locate2u event (new stop, status change, etc.)
3. Action: Select ApproveThis "Create Request," map key fields
4. Test: Approve a test request via email

Pro Tip: Use ApproveThis' conditional logic to filter out noise. Example: Only trigger approvals for Locate2u stops marked "High Priority" or over $X value.

Who Benefits Most?

Field Service Teams

Plumbers, HVAC, telecom - anyone dispatching trucks. ApproveThis adds guardrails without slowing down response times. Example: When a technician requests a $500 part from a job site:

• ApproveThis checks inventory > routes to purchasing
• Once approved, Locate2u adds the supplier stop to today's route

Retail/E-commerce Operations

Managing seasonal pop-ups or flash sales? Sync Locate2u delivery schedules with marketing approvals. Example:

• Marketing requests a weekend pop-up via ApproveThis
• Once approved, Locate2u auto-schedules setup/teardown deliveries

3PL & Logistics Companies

For carriers managing multiple clients, ApproveThis adds client-specific rules. Example:

• Client A requires PO# on all shipments
• ApproveThis blocks Locate2u shipments missing PO#
• Client B allows auto-approvals under 50lbs

Why This Isn't Just Another Integration

Most Zapier integrations just pass data. This combo actually decides based on your business rules. Key differentiators:

No More Approval Black Holes

ApproveThis tracks every step, while Locate2u shows real-world impacts. Know exactly who delayed that shipment approval (and why).

External Approvers Don't Clog Your Systems

3rd party approvals kill momentum. With ApproveThis:

• Clients approve shipment changes via email
• No Locate2u licenses needed for them
• All decisions sync back automatically

Audit Trails That Actually Help

Merge ApproveThis' decision logs with Locate2u's GPS trails for compliance gold. Prove you rerouted that hazmat truck because safety said so.

Ready to Stop Chasing Approvals?

If you're using Locate2u but still doing approvals via Slack hunts or spreadsheet tracking, you're working harder, not smarter. ApproveThis adds the policy enforcement layer without the red tape.

Next Steps:

• Register for ApproveThis (free 14-day trial)
• Book a 15-minute demo to see the Locate2u integration live

P.S. If you think "Our process is too unique," challenge us. We've built approval workflows for everything from funeral home flower deliveries to controlled substance logistics.