ApproveThis manages your Isla Integration approvals.

Why ApproveThis + Isla = Fewer Delays, Better Decisions

Businesses lose hours every week chasing approvals. Emails get buried, requests lack context, and critical decisions stall. Isla simplifies how teams send and receive structured requests, while ApproveThis automates the approval workflows that follow. Together, they turn fragmented processes into a seamless system where nothing falls through the cracks.

ApproveThis adds decision-making muscle to Isla’s request management. For example, when Isla receives a vendor invoice submission, ApproveThis can automatically route it to finance with calculated fields showing total spend against budget. Approvers don’t need to log into Isla—they click “Approve” directly from email, keeping external partners or executives in the loop without added software costs.

Where This Integration Shines

For Marketing Teams: Client Content Reviews

Agencies using Isla to collect client feedback can auto-create ApproveThis requests for final sign-off on campaign assets. Conditional routing ensures the right stakeholder (legal for compliance, clients for branding) reviews drafts in sequence. If an approver is OOO, vacation delegation reassigns tasks instantly.

For Operations: Procurement & Vendor Management

When Isla receives a purchase request via form, ApproveThis triggers multi-level approvals based on cost thresholds. A $500 office supply order might auto-approve, while a $50K software purchase routes to the CFO. Real-time tracking prevents duplicate orders and provides audit trails.

For HR: Employee Onboarding

HR teams get 30+ Isla requests daily for equipment access or policy exceptions. Connecting these to ApproveThis adds structure: IT approves laptop requests only after manager confirmation, while cross-functional approvals (like legal for NDAs) happen in parallel.

Setup in 15 Minutes (Seriously)

Using Zapier, you’ll create a “Zap” that links Isla to ApproveThis:

1. Trigger: Select “New Request” in Isla.
2. Action: Choose “Create Request” in ApproveThis.
3. Map Fields: Pull key data from Isla (request type, submitter, due date) into ApproveThis’ approval template.
4. Test: Send a test request from Isla to confirm ApproveThis auto-generates the approval task.

No coding needed. ApproveThis approvers only need email access—no additional licenses for Isla or other tools. This makes it ideal for collaborating with clients or contractors who shouldn’t have full system access.

Features That Make This Pair Unique

Dynamic Approval Logic

ApproveThis’ calculated fields let you auto-route Isla requests based on real-time data. Example: A marketing team’s budget approval might escalate to the VP only if the requested spend exceeds the remaining quarterly budget by 15%.

Zero License Sprawl

External partners (agencies, clients, vendors) approve directly via email without needing Isla accounts. Internal teams keep using Isla for request intake without switching tools.

Cross-Team Visibility

While Isla tracks request statuses, ApproveThis provides a separate dashboard showing where approvals bottleneck. Finance can see pending invoice approvals across all connected systems, not just Isla.

Real-World Impact by Department

Finance Teams: Faster Closeouts

Monthly close delays often hinge on late approvals. When Isla receives an expense report, ApproveThis can enforce policy checks (e.g., flagging non-compliant receipts) before routing to managers. Automated reminders reduce chase time by 60%.

IT Teams: Secure Access Control

Isla requests for software access often lack manager confirmation. The integration ensures ApproveThis requires documented approval before IT grants access, with automatic denials if criteria aren’t met.

Legal Teams: Audit-Proof Records

Isla’s request forms capture initial requirements, while ApproveThis logs who approved what—and why. If a contract dispute arises, teams can trace every decision back to timestamped records in both systems.

Avoid These Common Mistakes

Do: Use ApproveThis’ conditional logic to handle edge cases. Example: Auto-approve routine Isla requests under $1K but require CEO sign-off for any cross-departmental spend.

Don’t: Assume all Isla requests need approvals. Connect only high-stakes processes (contracts, budgets) to avoid overwhelming approvers.

Do: Train teams on how to check ApproveThis’ dashboard for pending tasks. Reduces “I didn’t know it was my turn” delays.

Why This Beats Manual Approvals

Without automation, a single Isla request can take 3+ days as it hops between inboxes. ApproveThis adds structure:

• Day 1: Isla request submitted.
• Within 1 hour: ApproveThis notifies all approvers via email.
• Day 2: Escalation triggers if no response.
• Day 3: Approved request auto-updates in Isla; requester notified.

Teams using both tools report 40% faster turnaround on critical requests, with 90% fewer status update meetings.

Ready to Fix Your Approval Process?

ApproveThis and Isla solve different parts of the same problem: Isla organizes the chaos of incoming requests, while ApproveThis ensures decisions happen fast. Together, they give teams back an average of 8 hours per week—time better spent on strategic work.

Start with a free ApproveThis trial or book a demo to see the integration live. For Isla users, visit their site to explore advanced request management features.