How to Add Posts from Google Chat to Asana

Step 2: Set Up App Trigger

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First, set up Google Chat with "When a message is sent to space".
On the first page, the Google Chat account information linked with My App is reflected.

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The title can be changed, so please proceed to the next step after making any necessary changes.
On the next page, set the trigger interval.

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The trigger interval can be selected from 5 to 60 minutes, but please note that the selectable time varies depending on the plan.
Once input is complete, send a test message in Google Chat and click "Test".

If the test is successful, values will be reflected in the "Output" section.

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In practice, specific values such as the message content sent in the test and creation date are reflected next to each item in the image above.
Once confirmed, click "Save".

This output is obtained each time a message is sent in Google Chat, and the values change accordingly.
‍Let's proceed to the next setting to notify Asana of these dynamic values.

Step 3: Set Up Text Data Extraction

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Next, "Extract data from text".

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First, set up the action.
On this screen, only the title can be modified, so proceed to the next step as is.

On the next screen, configure the settings for data extraction.

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Basically, the text to be extracted is only the message content from Google Chat, so select it from the output.

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Once the settings are complete, click "Test" to verify if the message content from Google Chat can be read correctly.

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If the test is successful and a summary of the message content is obtained next to the output "Task Name", the data extraction setup is complete by clicking "Save".

Step 4: Set Up Task Addition

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The final setup is "Add Task".

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On the first page, verify account information and modify the title as with Google Chat, then proceed.

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Next, configure the details of the task to be added.

Each item reflects the output.

Task Name: Output obtained in the "Extract Data" flow (summarized task name)
Task Description: Message content sent to Google Chat

After selecting the Project ID and Section ID, click "Test" to check for errors.
If the test is successful, click "Save" to complete all settings.

Finally, turn on the trigger to activate the flow.

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Now, tasks are automatically added to Asana from messages posted in Google Chat.

Other Automation Examples Using Google Chat and Asana

In addition to the flow introduced this time, you can achieve various business automations by using the APIs of Google Chat and Asana.
All of them can be used with simple settings, so if you find something interesting, please give it a try!

Other Automation Examples with Google Chat and Asana

You can notify Google Chat of overdue tasks in Asana or notify task registrations.

Example of Automation Using Asana

Add to Asana when a task is registered

You should be able to save the hassle of manual entry by automatically registering task details in Asana.

Add Submitted Content to Asana

Tasks are automatically added, which helps reduce overlooked tasks and management errors.  

Add issues or tasks when a task is added to Asana

By automatically reflecting information, you can reduce manual work and streamline your business processes.

Automation Example Using Google Chat

Register and create when a message is posted on Google Chat

Tasks are automatically added, which helps prevent missed responses.

Register Information When Posted on Google Chat

By eliminating the hassle of transcribing messages from Google Chat, it will likely lead to a reduction in working time.

Start at a Scheduled Date and Time and Notify the Content to Google Chat

For example, it can be used for various purposes such as monthly invoice processing or regular data backup processing.‍

Benefits of Integrating Google Chat with Asana

Benefit 1: Direct Task Registration from Conversations!

By registering conversations from Google Chat as tasks in Asana, you might reduce the risk of missing information and the effort of manual entry.
For example, if a team handling client interactions shares customer requests or inquiries in Google Chat, they can immediately register that information as tasks in Asana.
Using this system, you should no longer need to consolidate information recorded in notes or separate files into Asana later.

Additionally, since you can refer to the chat history when registering tasks, you can directly reflect necessary background information and instructions, helping to prevent any oversights in your work.
This integration between Google Chat and Asana, which allows you to convert conversations directly into tasks, can be a powerful means of centralizing information management.

Benefit 2: Instantly Communicate Priorities to Everyone!

By using Google Chat to share task details and priorities, you can efficiently share awareness of urgent tasks.
In situations where urgent action is needed, sharing the Asana task link via Google Chat should allow everyone to immediately understand the content.
For instance, if you need to convey "Please prioritize this customer request task," sharing it in Google Chat along with Asana's detailed information allows for quick recognition of which tasks are top priority.
This integration can be an essential tool for keeping operations smooth, especially in projects where task reordering frequently occurs.

Benefit 3: Share the Latest Information Across Teams!

Leveraging the integration of Google Chat and Asana enables the entire team to share the latest information on task creation.
In this flow, registering tasks from conversations in Google Chat prevents information from being scattered and centralizes business information within Asana.

For example, if a message like "Please register this customer inquiry as a task" is posted in Google Chat, the task is automatically registered in Asana.
All tasks are consolidated within Asana, allowing members other than the registrant to grasp the latest task status just by checking Asana.
This seamless reflection of Google Chat interactions in Asana also helps prevent project stagnation.

Conclusion

By integrating Google Chat and Asana with Yoom, you can create an environment where message content is automatically added as tasks in Asana!

It's easy to set up even without programming knowledge, making it a useful tool for streamlining work and centralizing information management.
Moreover, accurate and smooth task registration can prevent work oversights and is expected to improve overall team efficiency.

With a two-week free trial available, start by registering with Yoom to experience its convenience firsthand.
Simple operations can potentially reduce the daily workload significantly.