Compare Approval Donkey vs. SES Workflow Management

Utilize email, online forms, or your preferred application to submit approval requests. Transform these submissions into organized and automated workflows while managing all team approval requests in a centralized location. Tailor the approval process to designate exactly who must take action, enhancing overall business efficiency. Establish approval workflows to ensure that requests reach the appropriate individuals promptly. Introduce accountability with streamlined approval mechanisms for smoother operations. Stay informed with comprehensive status updates that can be delivered to your email or integrated with platforms such as Slack, Trello, or Google Sheets via Zapier. Automate any approval-dependent process—ranging from purchases and time-off requests to expense claims—allowing you to focus on tasks that genuinely contribute value. Improve organizational efficiency by automating workflows triggered by online form submissions or approval requests without altering the appearance of your original form. This approach not only enhances productivity but also ensures that all team members are aligned and informed throughout the approval journey.

Establishing a method for transitioning between stages in a workflow can be approached in several ways: whether it requires unanimous approval from all members, a majority vote, or permits any individual to authorize the progression. In addition, SES’s software offers various options for automating this workflow. Requests can be directed automatically according to the fields chosen by users and staff. With Quick Assign Rules, the software can streamline the workflow by automatically selecting the appropriate workflow and assigning tasks for standard requests and staff roles. Furthermore, automatic email notifications can be configured to specify who gets informed about an issue and at which stages; for instance, the department head might only need notifications when a new issue arises and at the final approval stage, while the Project Manager could require updates at every phase. These customizable rules can be set up effortlessly with just a few clicks. After receiving an email notification, recipients can, depending on their permission level, access the relevant record directly through a link provided in the email, allowing them to take action immediately. This seamless integration enhances collaboration and ensures that everyone stays updated throughout the process.