How to integrate ClickUp and Zendesk to automatically update the ticket status in Zendesk when a task is completed in ClickUp
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2024/09/27
How to integrate ClickUp and Zendesk to automatically update the ticket status in Zendesk when a task is completed in ClickUp
m.wadazumi
In this article, we will introduce how to integrate ClickUp and Zendesk to automate the update of ticket status upon task completion. By implementing this automation, you can prevent update omissions while keeping track of progress. Especially for support teams, customer interactions will be streamlined, allowing for smoother operations. This time, we will explain the benefits of integrating ClickUp and Zendesk and the specific integration methods.
Benefits of Integrating ClickUp and Zendesk
Benefit 1: Ability to Respond Quickly
By automating the update of ticket status in Zendesk after a task is completed in ClickUp, the support team can quickly grasp progress. This allows team members to check ticket status without having to ask the person in charge. Additionally, visualizing whether customer interactions are complete will help organize the support system within the team. With such automatic status updates, you can smoothly transition to the next task.
Benefit 2: Eliminate the Hassle of Status Updates
Automating ticket status updates frees the person in charge from manual update tasks, allowing them to use their time effectively. For example, when using this system for customer interactions, you won't need to manually update the ticket status after completing a response, allowing you to focus on other tasks. Especially when handling multiple customer interactions, automation becomes effective as update tasks increase. It may also prevent human errors such as update omissions or mistakes, potentially resolving confusion.
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How to Create a ClickUp and Zendesk Integration Flow
This time, we will introduce the setup method for the following template: "Update Zendesk ticket status when a task is completed in ClickUp." By using this template, you don't need to set up automation from scratch, making it convenient.
The process is as follows and can be set up in 15-20 minutes.
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Step 1: Register ClickUp and Zendesk as My Apps
Register ClickUp and Zendesk as My Apps in Yoom. By registering as My Apps, automation settings are easy.
First, register ClickUp as My App. Click "My Apps" → "New Connection" on the left side of the Yoom screen. Search for ClickUp from "Search by App Name" or find it from the app list.
The following screen will be displayed, so enter the information in the red frame and log in to ClickUp.
When the following screen is displayed, click "Connect Workspace".
Next, register Zendesk as My App. Please refer to the Yoom Help Page for registration instructions.
Once both My App registrations are complete, ClickUp and Zendesk will be displayed in My Apps.
Step 2: Set a Trigger to Activate When a Task is Completed in ClickUp
To set up automation, click "Try it" on the banner below.
Read the following screen display and click "OK".
The following screen will be displayed, so please check the "Title" and "Description". If you want to make changes, you can do so from the screen below. First, since it is done from the ClickUp settings, click "When the task is updated".
The following screen will be displayed, so please check the settings.
"Title" → Can be changed freely
"Account information linked with ClickUp" → Check for discrepancies
"Trigger Action" → When the task is updated
The following screen will be displayed, so set the "team_id" from the candidates. Select the appropriate candidate from the red frame below. If there are other necessary items, please set them. Once the settings are complete, click "Test" → "Test Successful" → "Save".
Step 3: Set up the action to retrieve tasks in ClickUp
To set up retrieving tasks, click "Retrieve Task". When the following screen is displayed, check the settings.
"Title" → Can be changed freely
"Account information linked with ClickUp" → Check for discrepancies
"Action" → Retrieve Task
The following screen will be displayed, so use the output to set the "task_id". Click the arrow in the red frame, and the output of "When the task is updated" will be displayed, so select "Task ID". Once the settings are complete, click "Test" → "Test Successful" → "Save".
Step 4: Set up a branching operation
To update the ticket status when the status is "complete", set up branching. When the following screen is displayed, check the settings.
"Title" → Can be changed freely
Branching target output
"Operation" → Retrieve Task
"Output" → Status
Branching condition
"Status", "Equal to", "complete"
Step 5: Set up the action to update the ticket status in Zendesk
The following screen will be displayed, so check the settings.
"Title" → Can be changed freely
"Account information linked with Zendesk" → Check for discrepancies
"Action" → Update Ticket Status
When the following screen is displayed, please configure the settings.
"Subdomain", "Ticket ID" → Check the description and set
"Status" → Resolved
Once the settings are complete, click "Test" → "Test Successful" → "Save".
Finally, click "Turn on Trigger" to complete the automation setup.
Flowbot template used this time Update Zendesk ticket status when a task is completed in ClickUp
Other Examples of Automation Using ClickUp and Zendesk
1. This is a flow where a task is created in ClickUp and an email is automatically sent via Gmail when there is a response to a form. By creating tasks based on the content of the form responses, it becomes easier to prioritize work. Additionally, by automatically sending emails, there is no worry about missing tasks.
2. This is a flow that automatically adds a ticket to Microsoft Excel when it is created in Zendesk. This eliminates the hassle of manually transferring ticket information, allowing you to work more efficiently.
3. This is a flow where a comment is automatically added to a Zendesk ticket when a kintone record is updated. This automation will save you the trouble of entering comments and allow you to share information efficiently.
Summary
By integrating ClickUp with Zendesk, ticket statuses are automatically updated upon task completion, eliminating the need for manual updates. This allows team members to easily visualize completed tasks and makes it easier to track progress. Additionally, the automatic updating of ticket statuses helps prevent missed updates and errors, enabling smooth business operations. Take advantage of this automation to improve the accuracy of your work.
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The person who wrote this article
m.wadazumi
I've been working as a writer since my job in child welfare, and I'm currently writing a blog on Yoom.
While being surprised by the work efficiency improvements that can be made with Yoom, I would like to share that excitement with everyone and contribute to society.
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