ApproveThis manages your Tandora Changelog Integration approvals.

Two Tools, One Goal: Streamlined Collaboration

Modern teams face a universal challenge: keeping work moving while maintaining quality control. ApproveThis solves the first half by automating approval chains, while Tandora Changelog handles the second by documenting changes transparently. Together via Zapier, they create a closed-loop system where nothing falls through the cracks. Product updates get reviewed efficiently, approvals trigger automatic documentation, and stakeholders stay informed without manual follow-ups.

Why This Integration Matters for Product Teams

Consider how most SaaS companies handle feature releases. Engineering teams push code, product managers draft release notes in Tandora, then legal/compliance teams review them. Without automation, this becomes an email tennis match. With ApproveThis+Tandora integration:

• Draft changelogs in Tandora auto-generate approval requests
• Legal teams review directly via email (no Tandora license needed)
• Approved changelogs publish instantly; rejected ones route back with comments

A fintech company used this setup to reduce feature launch delays by 40%. Their compliance team reviews changelog drafts through ApproveThis’ email interface, while product managers track progress in Tandora’s version history.

Use Case 1: Change Management for Regulated Industries

Healthcare technology companies must document every software change for audits. Manual processes often lead to gaps. By connecting Tandora and ApproveThis:

• New Tandora changelogs trigger approval workflows with QA and compliance teams
• ApproveThis’ calculated fields auto-flag high-risk changes needing extra review
• Approved entries become immutable Tandora records with timestamps

This meets HIPAA/GxP requirements while keeping release cycles under 5 days.

Use Case 2: Marketing Content Version Control

Marketing agencies managing multiple client blogs use Tandora to track content updates. Linking it to ApproveThis adds client review cycles:

When editors publish draft changelogs for a redesigned homepage, ApproveThis:

1. Routes the request to client stakeholders via email
2. Escalates overdue responses after 48 hours
3. Auto-updates Tandora with approval status and client notes

One agency reduced client revision rounds from 7 to 2 using this method.

Technical Teams: Automating Infrastructure Changes

IT departments often struggle with change approval boards (CAB). Traditional ticketing systems create silos. With ApproveThis+Tandora:

Example: A network upgrade request in Jira automatically creates a Tandora changelog draft. ApproveThis routes it to CAB members who:

- Approve via email (even from mobile)
- Add comments that sync to Tandora
- Trigger automatic Jira ticket updates

Post-implementation, Tandora maintains an audit trail showing who approved what and when.

Setting Up the Integration

Step 1: Create a Zapier account if you don’t have one.
Step 2: Connect ApproveThis and Tandora Changelog as Zapier apps.
Step 3: Choose your trigger:
- Tandora "New Changelog" → ApproveThis "Create Request"
- ApproveThis "New Request" → Tandora "Create Changelog"
Step 4: Map critical fields:
* Tandora entry ID → ApproveThis reference ID
* ApproveThis decision notes → Tandora comment history
Step 5: Test with draft entries before full deployment.

Critical Features That Make This Work

ApproveThis’ Secret Weapons

Approval Thresholds: Auto-approve minor changelogs (typo fixes) while flagging major ones (pricing changes).
Vacation Delegation: Prevent bottlenecks when approvers are OOO – critical for global teams.
Real-Time Dashboards: Track pending Tandora entries alongside other approval types.

Tandora’s Strengths

Public/Private Entries: Publish customer-facing changelogs while keeping internal notes separate.
Change Categorization: Tag entries as "Security," "UI," or "Backend" for better reporting.
Subscriber Notifications: Auto-alert users about approved changes via email/Slack.

Cross-Functional Benefits

For Executives

Get a real-time view of all pending/approved changes across departments without micromanaging. ApproveThis’ reporting shows bottlenecks; Tandora’s history demonstrates compliance.

For Customer Support

When tickets mention undocumented features, check Tandora for pending approvals. If a changelog is stuck in review, ApproveThis shows who to nudge.

For External Partners

Vendors or clients can approve changes without accessing internal tools. ApproveThis emails them a secure link; their decision updates Tandora automatically.

Beyond the Basics: Advanced Configurations

Conditional Logic: Route infrastructure changelogs to IT directors, but marketing content to CMO.
Two-Way Sync: Rejected approvals in ApproveThis can revert Tandora entries to "draft" status.
Time-Based Rules: Auto-approve low-risk changes submitted outside business hours.

Common Pitfalls to Avoid

❌ Over-Notifying: Use ApproveThis’ reminder settings to avoid spamming approvers.
✅ Template Standardization: Create separate Tandora templates for bug fixes vs. feature releases.
❌ Access Overload: Keep Tandora’s edit rights restricted – only ApproveThis should update statuses.

Getting Started

This integration isn’t just about speed – it’s about creating accountable transparency. Development teams stay unblocked, approvers maintain control, and customers get accurate updates.

Ready to transform how your team handles changes? Start your ApproveThis trial or book a custom demo to see Tandora integration in action.