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Trivie Integration

ApproveThis manages your Trivie Integration approvals.

April 17, 2025

Integration Category: Business Intelligence

Why This Integration Isn’t Just Another “Nice to Have”

Let’s cut to the chase – most software integrations are about as exciting as watching paint dry. But when you combine ApproveThis’ approval automation with Trivie’s learning reinforcement, you’re not just connecting apps. You’re fixing two broken processes at once: decision bottlenecks and knowledge gaps that cost mid-sized companies actual money.

ApproveThis handles the “who said yes” part of your operations. Trivie manages the “do they even remember why it matters” piece. Together through Zapier, they create closed-loop systems where approvals trigger training updates and quiz results influence approval rules. We’re talking about reducing compliance violations from forgotten policies and eliminating those cringe-worthy “Wait, who approved this?!” Slack messages.

The Nuts and Bolts of What Changes

Here’s what happens when these platforms actually talk to each other:

For the Process Nerds

ApproveThis brings structure to Trivie’s learning activities. Every quiz attempt, training completion, or user post can require approval based on your rules. No more hoping managers check completion reports – it’s baked into the workflow.

For the People Managers

Trivie gives ApproveThis context. Instead of rubber-stamping requests, approvers see relevant training history. Approve a budget increase? The system automatically checks if the requester completed the new procurement training first.

The License Advantage

Here’s the kicker: External approvers (think clients or partners) can review Trivie-related requests in ApproveThis without needing a Trivie login. You control what they see, they control their approval. No more paying for unused seats.

Real-World Use Cases That Don’t Suck

1. The Compliance Firewall

Picture a healthcare provider using Trivie for HIPAA refresher courses. With this integration:

  • Employees scoring below 80% on quizzes trigger ApproveThis requests for manager review
  • High-risk system access requests check for recent training approvals first

Result: Audit trails showing both compliance training and approval sign-offs – before sensitive actions occur.

2. The Sales Enablement Loop

A SaaS company’s sales team uses Trivie for product updates. Now:

  • New feature posts in Trivie require marketing approval via ApproveThis before going live
  • Deal discounts over 15% auto-check if the rep completed recent pricing training

Result: Fewer pricing errors and consistent messaging across teams.

3. The Manufacturing Knowledge Gap

An equipment manufacturer links safety training to machine maintenance approvals:

When a technician requests parts ordering:

1. ApproveThis checks Trivie for recent safety quiz scores
2. Scores below threshold auto-route to supervisors
3. Approved orders log the training compliance status

Result: Compliance-first culture without manual checklists.

Setting This Up Without Losing Your Mind

Three steps even your least techy manager can handle:

Step 1: Connect via Zapier – ApproveThis and Trivie are both pre-built in the Zapier dashboard.

Step 2: Pick your trigger. Most teams start with:

- New Trivie posts → ApproveThis review
- Completed quizzes → Approval based on scores
- Approval decisions → Trivie user tagging

Step 3: Set thresholds in ApproveThis. Pro tip: Use Calculated Fields to auto-approve/deny based on Trivie quiz percentages.

Done. The whole setup takes less time than your last pointless Zoom call.

Who Actually Benefits (Besides Your Sanity)

HR & L&D Teams

Stop chasing managers to verify training compliance. Now:

- Certifications auto-expire in Trivie
- Renewal requests route through ApproveThis
- Denied requests auto-assign updated training

It’s like having a robot assistant that actually does the work.

Operations Managers

Link SOP updates to approval rules:

1. Update a procedure in Trivie
2. Require team approvals in ApproveThis
3. Only those who approve see the changes

Instant accountability for process changes.

External Partners

Client needs to approve training materials? Give them ApproveThis access without Trivie licenses. They review, you maintain control. No more screenshot hell.

The Features You’ll Actually Use

Beyond the integration, these matter:

Email Approvals That Don’t Suck

Approvers can reject/approve directly from Gmail or Outlook. No login. No excuses.

Vacation Coverage That Works

Auto-reassign Trivie-related approvals when someone’s OOO. No dropped balls.

Real-Time Dashboards

See which Trivie content gets stuck in approval limbo. Fix bottlenecks before they blow up.

Why This Isn’t Just Another Zap

Most Zapier integrations just move data. This one changes behavior:

- Approvals become learning opportunities
- Training impacts real decisions
- Compliance stops being theoretical

It’s the difference between having tools and having a system.

Getting Started Without the BS

If you’ve read this far, you’re either genuinely interested or really bored. Either way:

Register for ApproveThis – free trial covers basic Trivie integrations
OR
Book a 15-minute demo – we’ll show specific examples for your industry

No sales scripts. No “digital transformation” jargon. Just better approvals.

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Best Approval Workflows for Trivie

Suggested workflows (and their Zapier components) for Trivie

Create approval requests for new user posts

When a user makes a new post in Trivie, this integration creates a request in ApproveThis for review. The workflow ensures each new post is subject to an approval process for quality control. *Note: Set the required approval criteria in ApproveThis as needed.*

Zapier Components

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Trigger

User Makes Post

Triggers when a post is made by a user.

Action

Create Request

Creates a new request, probably with input from previous steps.

Invite users on Trivie for new approval workflows

When a new approval workflow is initiated in ApproveThis, this integration invites users on Trivie to join. The integration promptly triggers user invitations following the approval request initiation. *Note: Customize user invitation details as required.*

Zapier Components

Trigger

New Request

Triggers when a new approval request workflow is initiated.

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Action

Invite User

Use this action to create a new user

Tag users in Trivie for completed approvals

Upon approval or denial in ApproveThis, this integration automatically updates user tags in Trivie. The automation helps segment users based on approval outcomes for targeted communications. *Note: Adjust tag configurations to match your segmentation criteria.*

Zapier Components

Trigger

A Request Is Approved/Denied

Triggers when a request is approved or denied.

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Action

Update User Tags

use this action to update a users tags

Create approval requests for new reinforcement quizzes

When a user has a reinforcement quiz available in Trivie, this integration creates an approval request in ApproveThis to review content or performance. The workflow ensures quiz outcomes are subject to a structured approval process. *Note: Tailor the approval conditions within ApproveThis accordingly.*

Zapier Components

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Trigger

User Has Reinforcement

Triggers when a user has a reinforcement quiz available.

Action

Create Request

Creates a new request, probably with input from previous steps.

Create approval requests for completed quizzes

When a user completes a quiz in Trivie, this integration automatically sends an approval request to ApproveThis for review. The automation assists in verifying quiz results and maintaining accountability in performance tracking. *Note: Configure quiz review parameters in ApproveThis based on score thresholds.*

Zapier Components

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Trigger

User Score X on Quiz

Triggers when a user completes a quiz.

Action

Create Request

Creates a new request, probably with input from previous steps.