How ApproveThis + Brick FTP Solve Approval Chaos for Teams That Move Files (Without the Headaches)

When Secure File Handoffs Meet Approval Automation

Let’s be real: nothing kills momentum like chasing down approvals for files stuck in email threads. Brick FTP keeps your data secure, but approvals? That’s where things get messy. ApproveThis cuts through the noise by automating who needs to sign off on what – and connecting the two via Zapier means your files and decisions actually move at business speed.

Why This Combo Works (When Other Tools Don’t)

Brick FTP is your vault – military-grade encryption, granular permissions, all that good stuff. But vaults are meant to be opened by the right people. ApproveThis becomes the gatekeeper:

• No more “I didn’t see the email”: Approval requests trigger automatically based on file uploads, with reminders that actually work
• External clients? No problem: Approvers get everything they need via email – no Brick FTP logins required

Meanwhile, your team keeps working in Brick FTP like normal. No new tools to learn, just fewer bottlenecks.

Real-World Use Cases That Don’t Suck

This isn’t about “potential” – here’s how mid-sized companies are using this integration right now:

1. Shutting Down Rogue File Uploads (Before They Happen)

The Zap: New Brick FTP file → Auto-create approval request in ApproveThis.

Who Cares: Legal teams at insurance firms. Imagine a junior agent accidentally uploading sensitive client docs to the wrong folder. With ApproveThis thresholds, anything over $10K or tagged “confidential” requires a partner’s sign-off before the file becomes accessible.

Secret Weapon: ApproveThis’ calculated fields auto-flag uploads based on custom rules (file size, folder location, metadata).

2. Audit Trails That Actually Make Sense

The Zap: ApproveThis request approved → Auto-upload final contract to Brick FTP with version control.

Who Cares: Healthcare compliance officers. Every approved marketing asset gets stamped with approval data and archived in Brick FTP. When auditors come knocking, you’ve got a paper trail that’s actually searchable.

Bonus Points: Use ApproveThis’ delegation feature so approvals never stall when the compliance lead is on PTO.

3. Killing Permission Overload

The Zap: New Brick FTP group created → Require IT approval in ApproveThis.

Who Cares: Tech startups scaling fast. New engineering team? Instead of giving every manager full FTP access, ApproveThis forces a CTO sign-off before group permissions go live. No more “oops, I thought they needed admin rights!”

Setting This Up Without Losing Your Mind

Zapier’s the glue here. If you can send an email, you can build these automations:

1. Connect Brick FTP and ApproveThis to Zapier (takes 2 minutes)
2. Pick your trigger: “New File Uploaded” in Brick FTP or “Request Approved” in ApproveThis
3. Map the key data: File paths, approval comments, requester emails
4. Test with a low-risk folder or approval template

Pro Tip: Start with one workflow. Legal team approvals for contract uploads? Perfect. Expand once they’re hooked.

Why Your Finance Team Will Stop Yelling at You

Ever had an invoice paid late because the AP team couldn’t find the approved PO? Here’s the fix:

ApproveThis routes the invoice approval, then auto-uploads the signed-off PDF to Brick FTP’s “Paid Invoices” folder. Finance has everything in one place, and approvers didn’t have to touch the FTP. Everyone keeps using their favorite tools.

The Hidden Benefit Nobody Talks About

Brick FTP’s security is pointless if the wrong person approves a file. ApproveThis adds layers:

• Multi-step approvals for high-risk files (ex: CFO → CEO)
• Automatic denials if approvals take too long (escalation paths kick in)
• Approval reasons logged directly in Brick FTP’s file history

Suddenly, “secure file sharing” isn’t just about encryption – it’s about controlling the human factor.

Ready to Stop Being a File Traffic Cop?

ApproveThis isn’t another tool – it’s how you make Brick FTP actually work for teams that need structure. No more micromanaging uploads or begging for approvals. Just files moving fast, with the right eyes on them every time.

Get Started Free (takes 3 minutes) or book a 10-minute demo to see the Brick FTP integration live.