ApproveThis manages your Adalo approvals.

Let’s cut through the hype: most software integrations are about as exciting as watching paint dry. But when a no-code app builder like Adalo hooks up with an approval workflow engine like ApproveThis? That’s when mid-sized companies start saving real time and money. Here’s why this combo matters for teams tired of chasing signatures and drowning in Slack approvals.

Adalo Builds Apps, ApproveThis Builds Guardrails

Adalo lets anyone create custom apps without coding - slick interfaces, databases, the whole nine yards. But here’s the rub: building the app is only half the battle. Once you’ve got users submitting requests, updating records, or triggering actions through your shiny new Adalo app, you need actual adults in the room to approve stuff.

That’s where ApproveThis comes in like a bouncer with a clipboard. While Adalo handles the “what happens” in your app, ApproveThis controls the “who says so” behind the scenes. Together, they’re like peanut butter and jelly for process-heavy teams - different textures, same sandwich.

Why This Isn’t Just Another Zapier Pairing

Most integrations just shuffle data between apps. This combo actually changes how teams operate:

• No more approval black holes: Requests born in Adalo don’t die in email threads
• External approvers don’t cost you: Clients or contractors can approve without Adalo licenses
• Real-time calculations decide next steps: Auto-approve small expenses, escalate big ones

Three Ways This Combo Kills Manual Processes

1. From App Submission to Approved Action in 60 Seconds

How it works: Someone submits a request through your Adalo app → Zapier fires it to ApproveThis → Right people approve via email → Approved action updates Adalo automatically.

Real-world example: A marketing agency uses an Adalo client portal for campaign requests. When a client submits a $50K budget proposal, ApproveThis:

• Routes it to the CFO and legal based on amount
• Auto-approves anything under $5K during holidays
• Shows clients real-time approval status without Adalo logins

2. Approval Data That Actually Does Something

Most approval tools stop at “Yes/No.” With this setup, approvals trigger actual work:

Manufacturing use case: When a factory manager updates an equipment purchase request in Adalo:

1. ApproveThis checks if vendor is pre-approved
2. Routes to maintenance lead if under $10K
3. Pushes to CFO + procurement team if over
4. Auto-updates Adalo inventory records post-approval

3. The Silent Partner You’ll Actually Use

ApproveThis doesn’t care where your data comes from. Adalo doesn’t need to become an approval tool. Through Zapier, they handle different jobs:

Adalo’s job:
- Collect data through clean app interfaces
- Store records in customizable databases
- Trigger actions based on user input

ApproveThis’s job:
- Enforce approval rules (who, when, how much)
- Handle escalations and delegation
- Provide audit trails for compliance

Setting Up Without Losing Your Mind

Here’s the no-fluff setup guide:

Basic Connection via Zapier

1. In Zapier, choose Adalo as trigger app
2. Pick event (new record, update, etc.)
3. Connect to ApproveThis action (create/update request)
4. Map Adalo fields to ApproveThis template
5. Test with real data (not dummy entries)

Pro tip: Use ApproveThis’s calculated fields to auto-set thresholds based on Adalo data. No more manual “Is this big enough to bother the VP?” judgments.

Who Actually Needs This?

Operations Teams

Stop playing telephone between departments. Example: An Adalo app for facility requests (new chairs, AC repairs) auto-routes via ApproveThis to:
- Office manager for under $500
- Location lead for $500-$5K
- Regional director for anything higher

Client-Facing Teams

External approvals without the headache. Example: A digital studio’s Adalo client portal collects design approval requests, then uses ApproveThis to:
- CC internal creatives via email
- Get client sign-off without logins
- Auto-update project timelines in Adalo

Compliance-Heavy Industries

Healthcare, finance, etc. Example: A clinic’s Adalo app for patient outreach campaigns requires legal approval. ApproveThis:
- Enforces sequential approvals (compliance → marketing → CFO)
- Maintains immutable audit trails
- Syncs final OKs to Adalo for execution

The Features You’ll Care About (No BS)

Approval Thresholds That Work While You Sleep

Set it once: “Anything under $X auto-approves if from department Y.” ApproveThis handles the rest, updating Adalo records without human involvement.

Delegation That Doesn’t Require a PhD

Jane from accounting is on vacation? Her approvals temporarily go to Bob. No IT tickets, no app reconfiguration. Just works.

Real-Time Tracking That’s Actually Real

No more “I thought you approved that?” Adalo records show exact approval status, including who’s sitting on requests. Transparency without micromanagement.

Why This Isn’t Just “Another Integration”

Most app combos just move data. This changes team dynamics:

For Adalo power users:
- Adds enterprise-grade approvals without coding
- Keeps external clients/partners in the loop
- Makes user-generated requests actually trustworthy

For ApproveThis regulars:
- Turns clunky approval flows into polished app experiences
- Eliminates duplicate data entry
- Provides context via Adalo’s interface during approvals

The Bottom Line for Mid-Sized Companies

If you’re using Adalo, you’re already ahead of the curve on custom apps. Adding ApproveThis via Zapier is like putting guardrails on a race car - lets you move faster without crashing into approval bottlenecks.

And here’s the kicker: approvers don’t need Adalo licenses. Clients, vendors, or execs can approve via email while your team works in Adalo. No added costs, no user management nightmares.

Ready to Stop Being a Human Routing Bot?

There are two types of companies: Those who chase approvals, and those who get work done. If you’re tired of herding cats through email threads and Slack pings, it’s time to let Adalo and ApproveThis handle the heavy lifting.

Get started with ApproveThis (free trial available) or book a 15-minute demo to see how it works with your Adalo setup. No sales jargon, just real use cases for your industry.