
ApproveThis manages your Howspace Integration approvals.
April 17, 2025
Integration Category: Team Collaboration
Let’s cut through the corporate fluff: approvals suck. They’re the traffic jams of modern business. But what if you could turn your approval processes from speed bumps into launch pads for better collaboration? That’s exactly what happens when you connect ApproveThis and Howspace through Zapier.
Why This Combo Works Like Bourbon and Branch Water
ApproveThis handles the dirty work of routing requests, chasing down signatures, and keeping audit trails. Howspace brings people together to actually do something with those approved decisions. Together, they create a closed-loop system where nothing falls through the cracks and everyone stays aligned.
For the Skeptics in the Back
We get it – most “integrations” are just marketing buzzwords. This isn’t that. When these two platforms shake hands through Zapier, you get:
- Automatic workspace creation when budgets get greenlit
- Real-time user access control based on approval status
No more manually creating Slack channels because someone forgot to click “approve”. No more PDF forms getting lost in Outlook purgatory.
Who Wins When These Tools Play Nice
This isn’t just for the approval nerds in legal or finance. Here’s how different teams benefit:
HR Teams: Onboarding Without the Migraine
New hire requests in Howspace trigger multi-level approvals in ApproveThis. Once cleared, the system automatically:
- Creates dedicated workspaces with role-specific resources
- Adds users to compliance training groups
HRBP at a 400-person tech firm put it bluntly: “We cut onboarding delays from 3 days to 3 hours. Our new hires think we’re actually competent now.”
IT Teams: Access Control That Doesn’t Require Mind Reading
When someone requests software access through Howspace:
1. ApproveThis checks against existing licenses and security policies
2. Either auto-approves or escalates to the right manager
3. Provisions access automatically upon approval
No more tickets piling up because Karen from Accounting needed QuickBooks access yesterday.
Compliance Teams: Offboarding That Actually Works
Termination request approved? Howspace automatically:
- Removes user from all workspaces
- Archives their contributions
- Triggers final paycheck processing
All while maintaining a crystal-clear audit trail in ApproveThis. Even your auditor might crack a smile.
Real-World Use Cases That Don’t Feel Like Sci-Fi
Let’s get specific about how this integration actually works when the rubber meets the road:
1. The Gatekeeper for Sensitive Workspaces
Scenario: Your M&A team needs a secure space in Howspace for due diligence
Automation: Create workspace → trigger approval chain → auto-invite members once cleared
Cool Factor: Uses ApproveThis’ approval thresholds to auto-approve under $500k deals
2. The Self-Cleaning Workspace
Scenario: Contractors who keep lingering in projects after completion
Automation: Project end date passes → approval request to extend access → auto-remove if denied
Cool Factor: Leverages ApproveThis’ vacation delegation so approvals don’t stall if someone’s OOO
Setting This Up Without Losing Your Mind
Here’s the brass tacks on getting started:
1. Connect both apps in Zapier (takes 4 minutes)
2. Choose your trigger – we recommend starting with “New User in Workspace”
3. Map the key fields: User email, workspace role, access level
4. Test with a low-risk process first (like newsletter permissions)
Pro tip: Use ApproveThis’ calculated fields to auto-route based on Howspace workspace type. Marketing campaign workspace? Route to CMO. Engineering sandbox? Shoot it to the CTO.
The Secret Sauce Most Companies Miss
Here’s where this combo really outshines homegrown solutions:
No License Headaches: Approvers only need ApproveThis access – no extra Howspace seats required. Perfect for cross-company projects with clients or contractors.
Email Approvals That Don’t Suck: Stakeholders can approve/deny directly from their inbox. No learning new systems. No “I didn’t see the notification” excuses.
Real-Time Tracking That Actually Works: See exactly where requests are stuck – Is it waiting on Howspace permissions? Stuck in legal review? The dashboard doesn’t lie.
When You Should Probably Look Elsewhere
We’ll be real – this isn’t magic fairy dust. If you:
- Have single-step approvals that never change
- Work exclusively in spreadsheets and love it
- Think “collaboration” means CC’ing the whole company
...this might be overkill.
Bottom Line: This Isn’t Just Another Integration
Connecting ApproveThis and Howspace through Zapier creates what we call “decision velocity” – the ability to make good choices fast without cutting corners. It’s not about replacing human judgment. It’s about removing the administrative sludge so your team can focus on actual work.
Ready to stop herding approval cats? Get started with ApproveThis or schedule a live demo to see how it plays with your Howspace setup. No sales poetry, just a 15-minute walkthrough of how to actually fix your approval nightmares.
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Best Approval Workflows for Howspace
Suggested workflows (and their Zapier components) for Howspace
Create approval requests for new Howspace users
When a new user is added to a workspace in Howspace, this automation creates an approval request in ApproveThis to verify account setup. It ensures that each new user is approved before gaining access to sensitive workspace information. *Note: Configure user details to meet internal security policies.*
Zapier Components

Trigger
New User in Workspace
Triggers when a new user is added into a workspace.
Action
Create Request
Creates a new request, probably with input from previous steps.
Add users to workspace for new ApproveThis requests
When an approval request is initiated in ApproveThis, this integration adds a user to a workspace in Howspace. This automation ensures that only approved requests result in workspace access, streamlining onboarding and maintaining security. *Note: Ensure all necessary user information is passed to the workspace action.*
Zapier Components
Trigger
New Request
Triggers when a new approval request workflow is initiated.

Action
Add User to a Workspace
Adds a user to a workspace.
Create workspace on approval completion
When a request is approved or denied in ApproveThis, this automation creates a new workspace in Howspace. It is useful for scenarios where a new workspace is required after the successful review or processing of an initiative. *Note: Customize workspace settings as per your team's requirements.*
Zapier Components
Trigger
A Request Is Approved/Denied
Triggers when a request is approved or denied.

Action
Create Workspace
Creates a new Workspace.
Remove users from workspace on approval completion
When a request is approved or denied in ApproveThis, this integration removes a user from a workspace in Howspace. It automates the process of revoking access when necessary, supporting compliance and security measures. *Note: Verify that workflow outcomes are configured correctly before removal.*
Zapier Components
Trigger
A Request Is Approved/Denied
Triggers when a request is approved or denied.

Action
Remove a User From a Workspace
Removes a user from a workspace.
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