Unlocking the Power of Automation: What's New at ZapConnect 2023

Written By Brent Bartosch

At ZapConnect 2023, the stage was set for an exciting lineup of innovations and updates that promise to reshape the world of automation. As businesses continue to seek unique solutions for their ever-evolving needs, Zapier stepped up to the plate, announcing an array of new features and products designed to empower users in building, managing, and scaling automation with unprecedented ease and creativity.

1. Revamped AI-Powered Visual Editor:

  • What's New: A redesigned visual editor that's faster, clearer, and more intuitive.

  • Benefits: Users can easily create and manage complex Zaps, reorder steps, and even add up to 10 paths for more intricate workflows.

  • AI-Powered Suggestions: The introduction of AI for field mapping and suggestions streamlines the Zap creation process, making it accessible for both newcomers and seasoned automation experts.

  • Formatter and Code Steps: These steps receive an AI power-up, simplifying data manipulation without coding knowledge.

2. Expanded App Integrations:

  • What's New: Over 1,253 integration improvements, including new AI and data warehouse integrations.

  • Benefits: Users can now integrate with over 6,000 apps, including AI integrations and data warehouse solutions like Snowflake and Google BigQuery.

  • AI-Powered App Extensions: Create custom actions for Zaps and share them with your team, or use AI to generate these extensions.

  • Private Integrations: For more specialized needs, users can create custom integrations through the Zapier Platform.

3. Enhanced Collaboration Tools:

  • What's New: Features that simplify teamwork and collaboration on Zaps.

  • Benefits: Users can add notes to Zaps and steps for context, export Zap images for easy sharing, and view more details without opening the editor.

  • Zap Notes with AI: AI-generated Zap notes make documentation a breeze.

4. Improved Automation Scaling:

  • What's New: Features aimed at controlling and scaling automation within teams.

  • Benefits: Modify test records, test Zap steps in bulk, and manage errors more effectively.

  • AI-Powered Troubleshooting: AI provides step-by-step guidance for fixing Zap errors.

  • Error Ratio Grace Period: Users receive advance alerts before critical workflows shut off.

5. Enhanced Security Controls:

  • What's New: New controls for overseeing Zapier usage and minimizing risks.

  • Benefits: Admins can now select allowed apps for team integration and utilize static IP addresses for added security.

6. Introducing Zapier Tables, Interfaces, AI Chatbot, and Zapier Canvas:

  • What's New: A suite of new products for creating custom solutions without code.

  • Benefits: Zapier Tables, Interfaces, AI Chatbot, and Zapier Canvas offer the flexibility to store data, build apps, and create automated solutions with ease.

7. Future-Ready Automation with AI:

  • What's New: AI-driven tools to tackle complex business challenges.

  • Benefits: AI Chatbot enables easy creation of AI bots for various tasks, while Zapier Canvas provides a visual and AI-powered way to plan and execute automated solutions.

ZapConnect 2023 has set the stage for a new era of automation. With a slew of cutting-edge features and products, Zapier empowers businesses to build unique solutions that meet their evolving needs. The future of automation is bright, with AI-driven tools and a commitment to helping users solve their toughest challenges through the power of automation and AI. Stay tuned for more exciting developments on the horizon.

Brent Bartosch
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