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Set Slack statuses for new Blip clock ins via BrightHR

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Set Slack statuses for new Blip clock outs in BrightHR

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Send Slack channel messages for newly approved BrightHR absence requests

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Notify Slack private channel of new pending absence requests in BrightHR

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Select a trigger from BrightHR

A trigger is an event that starts your Zap and runs the workflow. For example, with BrightHR, a trigger could be "Approved Absence Request."

A trigger is the event that kicks off your automated workflow.

Setup an action from Slack

An action is what takes place after the automation is triggered. For example, with Slack, the action could be "Add Reminder."

An action is the event that your automated workflow performs when triggered.

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Frequently Asked Questions about BrightHR + Slack integrations

New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with BrightHR and Slack

How do I integrate BrightHR with Slack?

You can integrate BrightHR with Slack using our app integration platform. Start by selecting BrightHR and Slack as the applications you want to connect. Then, authenticate both apps according to the instructions provided.

What triggers are available when integrating BrightHR with Slack?

When integrating, you can select triggers such as 'New Employee Added', 'Leave Request Approved', or 'Schedule Change'. These will notify your Slack channel accordingly.

Can I get notifications for approved leave requests in Slack?

Yes, when setting up the integration, choose the 'Leave Request Approved' trigger to receive notifications directly in your specified Slack channel.

What actions can be performed in Slack through this integration?

As part of the integration, actions like sending a message to a specific channel or notifying a team about changes in employee schedules can be set up when certain triggers from BrightHR occur.

Do I need any technical skills to integrate these apps?

No technical skills are necessary for setting up the integration. Our user-friendly interface guides you through each step of the process.

How can I authenticate my accounts for integration?

During the setup process, you'll be asked to sign into your BrightHR and Slack accounts. Follow our provided authentication steps to connect your accounts successfully.

What should I do if my integration isn't working as expected?

First, ensure both BrightHR and Slack are properly authenticated. Check if all triggers and actions are correctly set. If issues persist, contact our support for further assistance.

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Supported triggers and actions

Zapier helps you create workflows that connect your apps to automate repetitive tasks. A trigger is an event that starts a workflow, and an action is an event a Zap performs.

Approved Absence Request
Triggers when my absence request has been approved.
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Scheduled
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- Only Trigger when I Clock in
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Trigger
Instant
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New Pending Absence Request
Triggers when I have a new absence request to approve.
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Trigger for Bot Messages?
- Optimized data
Trigger
Instant
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- Channel
  Required
- Trigger for Bot Messages?
- Optimized data
Trigger
Instant
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- Channel
  Required
- User Name
- Shared
Trigger
Instant
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- Search Query
  Required
- Optimized data
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Zap Identifier
- Access type
Trigger
Instant
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New Saved Message
Triggers when you save a message.
Trigger
Instant
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- Text
  Required
- Remind when?
  Required
- User
Action
Write
- Channel
  Required
- Text
  Required
- Send as a bot?
- Bot Name
- Bot Icon
- Include a link to this Zap?
- Attach Image by URL
- Auto-Expand Links?
- Link Usernames and Channel Names?
- Schedule At
- File
- Thread
- Send Channel Message?
- Zap_id
Action
Write
- Zap Identifier
Action
Write
- Channel
  Required
- Topic
  Required
Action
Write
- Status Text
- Status Emoji
- Expiration Time
Action
Write
Delete Message
This action deletes an existing message in a specific channel on Slack. You need to provide the channel ID and the message timestamp as inputs.
Action
Write
Remove User from Channel
This action removes a specified user from a specified channel in Slack.
Action
Write
Find Public Channel
This action will find a public channel in Slack using either the channel's ID or name.
Action
Write
Get Message by Timestamp
This action retrieves a specific message from a conversation history in Slack using the message's timestamp.
Action
Write
- Email
- Optimized data
Action
Search
- Full Name
  Required
- Optimized data
Action
Search

- Only Trigger when I Clock in
  Required
Trigger
Instant
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New Employee Added
Triggers when a new employee is added to BrightHR.
Trigger
Instant
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- Date
  Required
Action
Search
New Channel
Triggers when a new #channel is created.
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Instant
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- Include_alias
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Instant
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- User Name
- Highlight Word
- Trigger for Bot Messages?
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Instant
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- Channel
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- Trigger for Bot Messages?
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Instant
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- Channel
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- Reaction
- User
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Instant
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New User
Triggers when a new Slack user is created / first joins your org.
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Instant
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- Channel
  Required
- Users
  Required
Action
Write
- Send Multi Message
- Text
  Required
- Send as a bot?
- Bot Name
- Bot Icon
- Include a link to this Zap?
- Attach Image by URL
- Auto-Expand Links?
- Link Usernames and Channel Names?
- Schedule At
- Zap_id
Action
Write
- Channel
  Required
- Text
  Required
- Send as a bot?
- Bot Name
- Bot Icon
- Include a link to this Zap?
- Attach Image by URL
- Auto-Expand Links?
- Link Usernames and Channel Names?
- Schedule At
- Zap_id
- File
- Thread
- Send Channel Message?
Action
Write
- First Name
- Last Name
- Title
- Email
- User
Action
Write
- HTTP Method
  Required
- URL
  Required
- Query String Parameters
- Additional Request Headers
- Body
Action
Write
Retrieve Thread Messages
This action retrieves all the messages sent to a specific thread in a selected channel.
Action
Write
Create Private Channel
This action creates a private channel in Slack.
Action
Write
Edit Message
This action updates a specific message sent by the same Authenticated user on Slack. You need to provide the Channel ID, the Timestamp of the message to be edited, and the new text for the message.
Action
Write
- Search Query
  Required
- Sort By
- Sort Direction
Action
Search
- ID
  Required
- Optimized data
Action
Search
- Bot Name
- Optimized data
Action
Search

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Slack is a platform for team communication: everything in one place, instantly searchable, available wherever you go. Offering instant messaging, document sharing and knowledge search for modern teams.