<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:googleplay="http://www.google.com/schemas/play-podcasts/1.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Mation’s Substack]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our Substack with all things Mation, process automation, flow building, AI/ML integration, and privacy-respecting work flows.]]></description><link>https://substack.mation.work</link><image><url>https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!5Gb6!,w_256,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F027c1708-ada7-4078-858f-44b5f0668ad0_400x400.jpeg</url><title>Mation’s Substack</title><link>https://substack.mation.work</link></image><generator>Substack</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 02:40:08 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://substack.mation.work/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><copyright><![CDATA[AWA Network GmbH]]></copyright><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><webMaster><![CDATA[mation@substack.com]]></webMaster><itunes:owner><itunes:email><![CDATA[mation@substack.com]]></itunes:email><itunes:name><![CDATA[Mation]]></itunes:name></itunes:owner><itunes:author><![CDATA[Mation]]></itunes:author><googleplay:owner><![CDATA[mation@substack.com]]></googleplay:owner><googleplay:email><![CDATA[mation@substack.com]]></googleplay:email><googleplay:author><![CDATA[Mation]]></googleplay:author><itunes:block><![CDATA[Yes]]></itunes:block><item><title><![CDATA[Integration Thursday]]></title><description><![CDATA[week 33]]></description><link>https://substack.mation.work/p/integration-thursday-bee</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://substack.mation.work/p/integration-thursday-bee</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mation]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2025 14:15:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/f17cb475-4db6-4ba8-926b-755dac52d75f_1920x1080.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week, we created integrations for the following third-party applications:</p><ul><li><p><strong><a href="https://www.airbrake.io/">Airbrake</a></strong><br><strong>Airbrake</strong> is a tool for real-time error tracking and performance monitoring, giving developers detailed diagnostics to quickly fix issues, improve code quality, and reduce downtime..<br><a href="https://docs.airbrake.io/">Developer Documentation</a></p><ul><li><p><strong>Trigger:</strong></p><ul><li><p>New errors</p></li></ul></li></ul></li><li><p><strong><a href="https://changedetection.io/">Changedetection</a></strong></p><p>Changedetection.io is an open-source tool that monitors websites for changes and alerts you when content is updated, helping you track price changes, new posts, or any web page modifications.</p><p><a href="https://changedetection.io/docs/api_v1/index.html">Developer Documentation</a></p><ul><li><p><strong>Trigger:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Changed watch</p></li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Action:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Create a watch</p></li><li><p>Delete a watch</p></li></ul></li></ul></li><li><p><strong><a href="https://www.firefly-iii.org/">Firefly III</a></strong></p><p><strong>Firefly III</strong> is a self-hosted personal finance manager that helps you track expenses, income, budgets, and investments securely. It supports multiple currencies, detailed reporting, and data import/export, giving you full control over your financial data.<br><a href="https://docs.firefly-iii.org/">Developer Documentation</a></p><ul><li><p><strong>Trigger:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Transaction created</p></li><li><p>Transaction deleted</p></li><li><p>Transaction updated</p></li></ul></li></ul></li><li><p><strong><a href="https://frappe.io/erpnext">Frappe</a></strong></p><p>Frappe / ERPNext is a full-stack web app framework in Python and JavaScript, while ERPNext is its flagship open-source ERP built on it. ERPNext offers modules for accounting, HR, CRM, inventory, manufacturing, and more, providing an all-in-one, customizable business management solution.<br><a href="https://docs.frappe.io/">Developer Documentation</a></p><ul><li><p><strong>Action:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Create New Document</p></li><li><p>Get Document</p></li><li><p>Update Existing Document</p></li><li><p>Delete Document</p></li><li><p>Get Document List</p></li></ul></li></ul></li><li><p><strong><a href="https://pdfmonkey.io/">PDF Monkey</a><br>PDFMonkey </strong>is an API-based service that generates PDF documents from JSON data and templates. It&#8217;s often used to automate invoices, contracts, and reports, integrating easily into workflows and applications without manual PDF editing.<strong><br></strong><a href="https://docs.pdfmonkey.io/">Developer Documentation</a></p><ul><li><p><strong>Trigger:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Documents Generated</p></li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Action:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Delete document</p></li><li><p>Find document</p></li><li><p>Generate document</p></li></ul></li></ul></li></ul><div><hr></div><p>Our documentation team is working hard to keep pace with our integration developers. Detailed user docs will soon be available on our <a href="https://mation.work/docs/">Documentation</a> pages. As a Mation user, you may request immediate deployment of the integrations listed above &#8211; please don&#8217;t hesitate to contact us.</p><p>To configure the integrations mentioned above, you need an account with the third-party service.</p><div><hr></div><p>Can&#8217;t find your favorite app in our <a href="https://mation.work/docs/apps-and-built-in-integrations/third-party-apps-and-built-in-integrations-list">full list of integrations</a>?<br>Do not hesitate to <a href="https://mation.work/docs/apps-and-built-in-integrations/integration-request">request </a>one.</p><div><hr></div><h4><strong><a href="https://mation.work/">Mation</a> key concepts</strong></h4><ol><li><p>A <strong>trigger</strong> is an event that causes an action, e.g. an incoming call or a Salesforce field update.<a href="https://mation.work/docs/about/key-concepts#action">&#8203;</a></p></li><li><p>An <strong>action</strong>, e.g. a new chat or an SMS sent is defined and caused by a trigger.</p></li><li><p>A <strong>flow</strong> is a logical combination of triggers and actions that any user can define and execute in Mation.</p></li></ol><div><hr></div><p>Start your trial today and enjoy Mation for one month for free and automate your processes.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://mation.work/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Start trial&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:&quot;button-wrapper&quot;}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary button-wrapper" href="https://mation.work/"><span>Start trial</span></a></p><p></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[One-click deployment options for our community edition]]></title><description><![CDATA[Self-hosted, free hosted test environment, or one-click deployments with hosting providers]]></description><link>https://substack.mation.work/p/one-click-deployment-options-for</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://substack.mation.work/p/one-click-deployment-options-for</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mation]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2025 09:33:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/db311a18-6e1a-4f57-983c-1605883baef7_1920x1080.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Test our product, or run your instance: there are various ways. </p><p>Find how to set it up yourself, local or server instance, in our <a href="https://automatisch.io/docs/guide/installation">documentation</a>. </p><p>We also provide direct deployment to <a href="https://render.com/">Render</a> in our <a href="https://automatisch.io/docs/guide/installation#render">documentation</a>.</p><p>If you prefer not to set it up yourself, use our <a href="https://cloud.automatisch.io/sign-up">free test instance</a>, atm hosted on Render, for 4 weeks.</p><p>Apart from the above, we would like to share some cool options for one-click deployments of our community edition. </p><h3><strong>One-click Deployments</strong></h3><p><a href="https://zeabur.com/templates/PC7DKU">https://zeabur.com</a></p><p><a href="https://railway.com/deploy/NIbgNd">https://railway.com</a> </p><p><a href="https://elest.io/open-source/automatisch">https://elest.io</a></p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!PzMA!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fed943e1d-a9ab-4735-b59c-ac167b3f2f32_1920x717.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!PzMA!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fed943e1d-a9ab-4735-b59c-ac167b3f2f32_1920x717.jpeg 424w, 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class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg role="img" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><title></title><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a><figcaption class="image-caption">cost estimates (valid to the best of our knowledge, 2025-08-12)</figcaption></figure></div><p>The assumptions for the table above are:</p><ul><li><p>Railway: CPU($20&#215;vCPU) + RAM($10&#215;GB) + Vol($0.15&#215;GB) + Egress($0.05&#215;GB) &#8594; ($40 + $40 + $6 + $5) = $91. </p></li><li><p>Zeabur: Memory($0.00025&#215;GB&#215;minutes) + Vol($0.20&#215;GB) + Egress($0.10&#215;GB) &#8594; (4 GB &#215; 43,200 min &#215; $0.00025 = $43.20) + $8 + $10 = $61.20. </p></li><li><p>Elestio: hourly_rate &#215; 730 &#8594; $0.021 &#215; 730 = $15.33. Their pricing pages state &#8220;starts at $10/mo&#8221; and that the monthly estimate uses 730 hours; specific app pages show concrete SKUs (e.g., 2 vCPU/4 GB/40 GB at $0.021/hr).</p></li></ul><p>We are not affiliated with these providers, but we want to share the information here for your convenience. </p><p></p><p></p><p></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Integration Thursday]]></title><description><![CDATA[week 32]]></description><link>https://substack.mation.work/p/integration-thursday-869</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://substack.mation.work/p/integration-thursday-869</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mation]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 07 Aug 2025 12:32:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/88a7d25e-70c9-45fa-8c00-4b4e6af144d0_1920x1080.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week, we created integrations for the following third-party applications:</p><ul><li><p><strong><a href="https://asana.com/">Asana</a></strong><br><strong>Asana</strong> is a work management and collaboration platform used to plan, track, and manage tasks, projects, and workflows across teams.<br><a href="https://developers.asana.com/docs/overview">Developer Documentation</a></p><ul><li><p><strong>Action:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Create Task</p></li><li><p>Complete Task</p></li><li><p>Find Task in Project</p></li><li><p>Find Project</p></li><li><p>Create Project</p></li></ul><p></p></li></ul></li><li><p><strong><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/">Eventbrite</a></strong><br><strong>Eventbrite</strong> is a popular platform for event management, ticketing, and attendee registration. It enables organizers to plan, promote, and manage events of all types and sizes.<br><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/platform/docs/introduction">Developer Documentation</a></p><ul><li><p><strong>Action:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Create Event</p></li><li><p>Publish Event</p></li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Trigger:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Updated Attendee </p></li><li><p>New attendee check-in </p></li><li><p>New attendee registered </p></li><li><p>New events<br></p></li></ul></li></ul></li><li><p><strong><a href="https://betterstack.com/">Better Stack</a></strong><br>Better Stack (formerly Better Uptime) is a modern observability platform that combines uptime monitoring, incident management, logging, and alerting into a single tool. It&#8217;s designed for engineers who need fast, reliable insights into system performance and availability.<br><a href="https://betterstack.com/docs/uptime/start/">Developer Documentation</a></p><ul><li><p><strong>Action:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Acknowledge Incident </p></li><li><p>Create Incident</p></li><li><p>Find Incident</p></li><li><p>Resolve Incident</p></li></ul></li></ul><p></p></li></ul><ul><li><p><strong><a href="https://libretranslate.com/">LibreTranslate</a></strong><br>LibreTranslate is an open-source, self-hosted machine translation API that supports multiple languages without relying on third-party cloud providers. It's useful for privacy-focused or on-premise translation workflows.</p><p><a href="https://community.libretranslate.com/c/libretranslate-api/6">Developer Documentation</a></p><ul><li><p><strong>Action:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Translate Text</p></li><li><p>Detect Language<br></p></li></ul></li></ul></li><li><p><strong><a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/">SurveyMonkey</a></strong><br>SurveyMonkey is a leading online survey platform used to create, distribute, and analyze surveys for research, feedback, and data collection.<br><a href="https://api.surveymonkey.com/v3/docs#SurveyMonkey-Api">Developer Documentation</a></p><ul><li><p><strong>Action:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Create Contact</p></li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Trigger:</strong></p><ul><li><p>New Response notification<br></p></li></ul></li></ul></li></ul><div><hr></div><p>Our documentation team is working hard to keep pace with our integration developers. Detailed user docs will soon be available on our <a href="https://mation.work/docs/">Documentation</a> pages. As a Mation user, you may request immediate deployment of the integrations listed above &#8211; please don&#8217;t hesitate to contact us.</p><p>To configure the integrations mentioned above, you need an account with the third-party service.</p><div><hr></div><p>Can&#8217;t find your favorite app in our <a href="https://mation.work/docs/apps-and-built-in-integrations/third-party-apps-and-built-in-integrations-list">full list of integrations</a>?<br>Do not hesitate to <a href="https://mation.work/docs/apps-and-built-in-integrations/integration-request">request </a>one.</p><div><hr></div><h4><strong><a href="https://mation.work/">Mation</a> key concepts</strong></h4><ol><li><p>A <strong>trigger</strong> is an event that causes an action, e.g. an incoming call or a Salesforce field update.<a href="https://mation.work/docs/about/key-concepts#action">&#8203;</a></p></li><li><p>An <strong>action</strong>, e.g. a new chat or an SMS sent is defined and caused by a trigger.</p></li><li><p>A <strong>flow</strong> is a logical combination of triggers and actions that any user can define and execute in Mation.</p></li></ol><div><hr></div><p>Start your trial today and enjoy Mation for one month for free and automate your processes.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://mation.work/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Start trial&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:&quot;button-wrapper&quot;}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary button-wrapper" href="https://mation.work/"><span>Start trial</span></a></p><p></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mation’s Linear Flow Builder – A Strategic UX Advantage]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mation uses a linear flow builder that processes a list of sequential steps]]></description><link>https://substack.mation.work/p/mations-linear-flow-builder-a-strategic</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://substack.mation.work/p/mations-linear-flow-builder-a-strategic</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mation]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 05 Aug 2025 12:24:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!JD8R!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F59512114-1742-421b-a95e-15e6a2b2dd7c_820x1059.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2><strong>How does Mation&#8217;s Linear Flow Builder work?</strong></h2><p>Many no-code platforms use node-based visual graphs, <strong>Mation</strong> uses a <strong>step-by-step linear flow builder</strong>. Each automation progresses through a <strong>clear, ordered list of steps</strong>, with conditional logic, filters, and branches handled inside discrete steps rather than sprawling graphs.</p><p><strong>Benefits of the Linear Approach:</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>Predictable logic execution</strong> &#8211; steps always run in the defined order, reducing ambiguity</p></li></ul><ul><li><p><strong>Avoids "orphan" steps or disconnected paths</strong> &#8211; common pitfalls in node-based tools</p></li><li><p><strong>Faster debugging</strong> &#8211; easier to trace and fix broken or unexpected logic flows</p></li></ul><ul><li><p><strong>Better onboarding for teams</strong> &#8211; especially non-developers or low-code users, due to a simplified mental model</p></li></ul><ul><li><p><strong>Reduced chance of building non-functional or looping workflows</strong> &#8211; linearity enforces structural soundness</p></li></ul><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a 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complexity</strong></p></li></ul><ul><li><p><strong>Reduces</strong> the <strong>risk</strong> of building invalid or broken automations<br></p></li></ul><p><strong>Node-Based Visual Graphs</strong></p><ul><li><p>Uses a <strong>visual graph model</strong> where nodes connect in a directed graph</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Greater flexibility, but <strong>prone</strong> to <strong>misconfigured</strong> or dangling paths</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Debugging complex workflows can be <strong>challenging</strong> in large graphs</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Visual <strong>clutter grows rapidly</strong> with workflow complexity</p></li></ul><ul><li><p><strong>Steeper learning curve</strong>, especially for non-technical users</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Easier to create circular dependencies or logically <strong>broken</strong> flows<br></p></li></ul><h3><strong>Summary: Linear = Safe, Reliable, Scalable</strong></h3><p>The <strong>linear builder</strong> in <strong>Mation</strong> isn&#8217;t just a UX decision &#8211; it&#8217;s a <strong>guardrail against bad automation</strong>. For teams prioritizing <strong>functional reliability</strong>, <strong>scalability</strong>, and <strong>low cognitive load</strong>, this model greatly reduces risks compared to graph-based alternatives.</p><p>If you&#8217;re building automations for teams where reliability, maintainability, and clarity matter &#8211; <strong>Mation&#8217;s linear structure is a clear advantage</strong>.</p><div><hr></div><h3><strong>Is something missing?</strong></h3><p>We're actively enhancing <a href="https://mation.work/docs">Mation </a>with new features and improvements. Let us know what you are looking for &#8211; we&#8217;re committed to evolving the platform based on your needs.</p><p>Can&#8217;t find your favorite app in our <a href="https://mation.work/docs/apps-and-built-in-integrations/third-party-apps-and-built-in-integrations-list">full list of integrations</a>, or need more endpoints and features?<br>Do not hesitate to <a href="https://mation.work/en/contact">request</a> one.</p><div><hr></div><h4><strong><a href="https://mation.work/">Mation</a> key concepts</strong></h4><ol><li><p>A <strong>trigger</strong> is an event that causes an action, e.g. an incoming call or a Salesforce field update.<a href="https://mation.work/docs/about/key-concepts#action">&#8203;</a></p></li><li><p>An <strong>action</strong>, e.g. a new chat or an SMS sent is defined and caused by a trigger.</p></li><li><p>A <strong>flow</strong> is a logical combination of triggers and actions that any user can define and execute in Mation.</p></li></ol><div><hr></div><p>Start your trial today and enjoy Mation for one month for free and automate your processes.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://mation.work/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Start trial&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:&quot;button-wrapper&quot;}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary button-wrapper" href="https://mation.work/"><span>Start trial</span></a></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Integration Thursday]]></title><description><![CDATA[week 31]]></description><link>https://substack.mation.work/p/integration-thursday-9ff</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://substack.mation.work/p/integration-thursday-9ff</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mation]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2025 12:00:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/08fea55c-190b-487c-8469-3b6661c9609a_1920x1080.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week, we created integrations for the following third-party applications and built-in features:<br></p><ul><li><p><strong><a href="https://www.atlassian.com/">Atlassian</a> (<a href="https://www.atlassian.com/software/jira">Jira</a>)</strong><br><strong>Atlassian</strong> offers two flagship tools widely used in software development and project management &#8211; <strong>Confluence</strong> and <strong>Jira</strong>. Jira handles structured work, like tasks, bugs, and stories.</p><p><a href="https://www.atlassian.com/developers">Developer Documentation</a></p><ul><li><p><strong>Action</strong>: Create Ticket, Update Ticket, Delete Ticket</p></li><li><p><strong>Action</strong>: Assign Issue</p></li><li><p><strong>Trigger</strong>: Issue &amp; Comment (create/update/delete)<br>Triggers when an issue or comment is created, updated, or deleted</p></li></ul><p></p></li><li><p><strong><a href="https://www.tyntec.com/">TynTec</a></strong><br><strong>Tyntec</strong> is a global CPaaS provider that offers communication APIs and mobile messaging solutions to help businesses integrate SMS, voice, WhatsApp, and Viber into their customer engagement workflows. Their services include phone number verification, two-factor authentication, and omnichannel messaging, all built on a robust telecom-grade infrastructure.</p><p><a href="https://api.tyntec.com/reference/index.html">Developer Documentation</a></p><ul><li><p><strong>Trigger</strong>: Receive SMS</p></li><li><p><strong>Action</strong>: Send SMS<br></p></li></ul></li><li><p><strong><a href="https://telnyx.com/">Telnyx</a></strong><br><strong>Telnyx</strong> is a global CPaaS provider offering programmable APIs for voice, messaging, and wireless connectivity, with broad support for SMS, MMS, VoIP, eSIM, and Voice AI workflows. Backed by its own carrier-grade private IP network spanning 140+ countries and global PoPs, Telnyx delivers ultra&#8209;low latency, high reliability, and regional compliance. </p><p><a href="https://developers.telnyx.com/api/">Developer Documentation</a></p><ul><li><p><strong>Trigger</strong>: Receive SMS</p></li><li><p><strong>Action</strong>: Send SMS<br></p></li></ul></li><li><p><strong><a href="https://www.seven.io/">Seven.io</a></strong><br><strong>Seven</strong> (formerly sms77.io) is a Germany-based CPaaS messaging provider founded in 2003, specializing in the DACH region. Its services include scalable SMS APIs and gateway (SMPP, email-to-SMS, webapp, and CLI), inbound and two&#8209;way SMS, voice/text&#8209;to&#8209;speech, and RCS messaging. Seven supports number validation (HLR, MNP, CNAM, and format lookup), virtual or physical inbound numbers, delivery reporting, scheduling, and reporting tools.</p><p><a href="https://docs.seven.io/en/rest-api/first-steps">Developer documentation</a></p><ul><li><p><strong>Trigger</strong>: Receive SMS</p></li><li><p><strong>Action</strong>: Send SMS<br></p></li></ul></li><li><p><strong><a href="https://telegram.org/">Telegram</a></strong><br><strong>Telegram</strong> is a cloud-based messaging platform known for speed, privacy, and robust API access. It offers encrypted messaging, voice and video calls, group chats with up to 200,000 members, and broadcast channels for unlimited audiences. Developers can build bots, automate workflows, and integrate services using the Telegram Bot API and the Telegram API. </p><p><a href="https://core.telegram.org/api">Developer documentation</a></p><ul><li><p><strong>Trigger</strong>: new Message<br>Triggers when a new message is sent (to the Bot)<br></p><p>Read more about setting up a connection with the Telegram <a href="https://mation.work/docs/apps-and-built-in-integrations/telegram-bot/telegram-bot">Botfather</a>.</p><p><a href="https://mation.work/">Mation</a> already has an integration with Telegram, see our <a href="https://mation.work/docs/apps-and-built-in-integrations/telegram-bot/telegram-bot">Docs</a> for details.</p></li></ul><p></p></li></ul><p>Our documentation team is working hard to keep pace with our integration developers. Detailed user docs will soon be available on our <a href="https://mation.work/docs/">Documentation</a> pages. As a Mation user, you may request immediate deployment of the integrations listed above &#8211; please don&#8217;t hesitate to contact us. </p><p>To configure the integrations mentioned above, you need an account with the third-party service.</p><p></p><div><hr></div><p>Can&#8217;t find your favorite app in our <a href="https://mation.work/docs/apps-and-built-in-integrations/third-party-apps-and-built-in-integrations-list">full list of integrations</a>?<br>Do not hesitate to <a href="https://mation.work/docs/apps-and-built-in-integrations/integration-request">request </a>one.</p><div><hr></div><p></p><h4><a href="https://mation.work/">Mation</a> key concepts</h4><ol><li><p>A <strong>trigger</strong> is an event that causes an action, e.g. an incoming call or a Salesforce field update.<a href="https://mation.work/docs/about/key-concepts#action">&#8203;</a> </p></li><li><p>An <strong>action</strong>, e.g. a new chat or an SMS sent is defined and caused by a trigger. </p></li><li><p>A <strong>flow</strong> is a logical combination of triggers and actions that any user can define and execute in Mation.</p></li></ol><p></p><div><hr></div><p></p><p>Start your trial today and enjoy Mation for one month for free and automate your processes.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://mation.work/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Start trial&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://mation.work/"><span>Start trial</span></a></p><p><br><br><br><br><br><br><br></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pro self-hosted Enterprise Edition for 250 €/month]]></title><description><![CDATA[All features included, no limitations.]]></description><link>https://substack.mation.work/p/pro-self-hosted-enterprise-edition</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://substack.mation.work/p/pro-self-hosted-enterprise-edition</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mation]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2025 14:21:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/4ed226be-4c35-4037-bc5c-ed64330012c1_1920x1080.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When choosing the most suitable product, questions arise:</p><ul><li><p>Are you worried about the exploding costs of automating your business? </p></li><li><p>Are you stressed out about limitations for power users? </p></li><li><p>Are you confused by obscure pricing models?</p></li></ul><p>The usual suspects are very discreet about the actual cost of their Enterprise editions; it&#8217;s a black box. We at Mation believe in transparency and fair pricing. The Mation advantage becomes clear when you factor in the total cost of ownership, risk, and business value.</p><p>Our <a href="https://mation.work/en#pricing">Pro self-hosted Enterprise Edition</a> comes at a fixed cost of 250 &#8364; per month flat, billed annually. 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https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!HWvv!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F1058be6e-6dc0-4d3a-be9e-68976dc3631b_1920x1600.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!HWvv!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F1058be6e-6dc0-4d3a-be9e-68976dc3631b_1920x1600.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!HWvv!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F1058be6e-6dc0-4d3a-be9e-68976dc3631b_1920x1600.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!HWvv!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F1058be6e-6dc0-4d3a-be9e-68976dc3631b_1920x1600.jpeg" width="1456" height="1213" 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srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!HWvv!,w_424,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F1058be6e-6dc0-4d3a-be9e-68976dc3631b_1920x1600.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!HWvv!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F1058be6e-6dc0-4d3a-be9e-68976dc3631b_1920x1600.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!HWvv!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F1058be6e-6dc0-4d3a-be9e-68976dc3631b_1920x1600.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!HWvv!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F1058be6e-6dc0-4d3a-be9e-68976dc3631b_1920x1600.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg role="img" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><title></title><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" 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class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg role="img" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><title></title><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" 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30]]></description><link>https://substack.mation.work/p/integration-thursday-72b</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://substack.mation.work/p/integration-thursday-72b</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mation]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2025 11:23:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/396beab8-499c-467d-8f77-29ab03e4b0a9_1920x1080.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong><a href="https://substack.mation.work/s/new-feature/?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=menu">New features</a></strong></p><h2>Automation-native forms</h2><p><strong>Mation Forms are first-class citizens in automation workflows.</strong></p><p>Human input has existed as a part of automation for quite some time. Integrating third-party form features into no-code and low-code platforms has become essential and is commonly found in the app integration catalogs of all the usual players. Here are some examples of the services that provide forms and are usually integrated into Zapier, n8n, Make, and the like.<br></p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!ZAG0!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fef977619-2e0f-4808-90d4-78d907f3b6b8_1300x948.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!ZAG0!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fef977619-2e0f-4808-90d4-78d907f3b6b8_1300x948.png 424w, 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Most available solutions either <strong>lack essential features</strong>, rely on <strong>third-party software</strong>, or <strong>do not meet </strong>the<strong> European Union&#8217;s strict compliance</strong> requirements. Even compliant tools are external integrations, they are not built into the automation environment.</p><p></p><h3>Mation Forms</h3><p>Mation takes a completely different approach. Unlike many platforms that depend on external tools, <strong>Mation Forms</strong> are fully <strong>built-in</strong>, <strong>automation-native</strong>, and <strong>dynamically integrated</strong> into your <strong>workflows</strong>. <br><br>Simply start building forms with ease. No hassle, no worries &#8211; just robust, compliant, and seamless form automation. &#128170;</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!e0Ha!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fede096cf-91af-4143-aea7-4bdd8ebac1f5_1420x1160.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!e0Ha!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fede096cf-91af-4143-aea7-4bdd8ebac1f5_1420x1160.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!e0Ha!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fede096cf-91af-4143-aea7-4bdd8ebac1f5_1420x1160.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!e0Ha!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fede096cf-91af-4143-aea7-4bdd8ebac1f5_1420x1160.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!e0Ha!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fede096cf-91af-4143-aea7-4bdd8ebac1f5_1420x1160.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!e0Ha!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fede096cf-91af-4143-aea7-4bdd8ebac1f5_1420x1160.jpeg" width="1420" height="1160" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/ede096cf-91af-4143-aea7-4bdd8ebac1f5_1420x1160.jpeg&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:1160,&quot;width&quot;:1420,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:233554,&quot;alt&quot;:null,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://substack.mation.work/i/168943392?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fede096cf-91af-4143-aea7-4bdd8ebac1f5_1420x1160.jpeg&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!e0Ha!,w_424,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fede096cf-91af-4143-aea7-4bdd8ebac1f5_1420x1160.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!e0Ha!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fede096cf-91af-4143-aea7-4bdd8ebac1f5_1420x1160.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!e0Ha!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fede096cf-91af-4143-aea7-4bdd8ebac1f5_1420x1160.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!e0Ha!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fede096cf-91af-4143-aea7-4bdd8ebac1f5_1420x1160.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg role="img" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><title></title><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p></p><p></p><h3>Why Mation Forms?</h3><p><strong>&#9989; No third-party accounts required</strong><br>Everything works out of the box. There&#8217;s no need to sign up for additional services.</p><p><strong>&#9989; GDPR compliance by design</strong><br>Built with European data protection standards at the core, ensuring privacy without extra effort.</p><p><strong>&#9989; Transparent pricing</strong><br>No hidden fees or extra charges. Form functionality is included with your Mation plan.</p><p></p><p></p><h3>Mation's Unique Competitive Advantages</h3><p><strong>&#9989; Automation-Native Architecture</strong><br>Forms are integral workflow components, not add-ons</p><p><strong>&#9989; Flow-Integrated Security</strong><br>Forms cannot be accessed without proper workflow embedding</p><p><strong>&#9989; Enterprise Features Democratized</strong><br>GDPR compliance, self-hosting, and white-label without enterprise pricing</p><p><strong>&#9989; Intelligent Data Collection</strong><br>Pre-filled fields + hidden fields + dynamic forms = smart automation</p><p><strong>&#9989; Wait for Flow Completion</strong><br>Unique capability to pause form processing until workflows complete</p><div><hr></div><h3>Is something missing?  </h3><p>We're actively enhancing <a href="https://mation.work/docs/apps-and-built-in-integrations/forms/forms">Mation Forms</a> with new features and improvements. Let us know what you are looking for &#8211; we&#8217;re committed to evolving the platform based on your needs. </p><p>Can&#8217;t find your favorite app in our <a href="https://mation.work/docs/apps-and-built-in-integrations/third-party-apps-and-built-in-integrations-list">full list of integrations</a>, or need more endpoints and features?<br>Do not hesitate to <a href="https://mation.work/en/contact">request</a> one.</p><div><hr></div><h4><strong><a href="https://mation.work/">Mation</a> key concepts</strong></h4><ol><li><p>A <strong>trigger</strong> is an event that causes an action, e.g. an incoming call or a Salesforce field update.<a href="https://mation.work/docs/about/key-concepts#action">&#8203;</a></p></li><li><p>An <strong>action</strong>, e.g. a new chat or an SMS sent is defined and caused by a trigger.</p></li><li><p>A <strong>flow</strong> is a logical combination of triggers and actions that any user can define and execute in Mation.</p></li></ol><div><hr></div><p>Start your trial today and enjoy Mation for one month for free and automate your processes.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://mation.work/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Start trial&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:&quot;button-wrapper&quot;}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary button-wrapper" href="https://mation.work/"><span>Start trial</span></a></p><p></p><p></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Integration Thursday]]></title><description><![CDATA[week 29]]></description><link>https://substack.mation.work/p/integration-thursday-d7f</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://substack.mation.work/p/integration-thursday-d7f</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mation]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2025 12:12:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/d542f89a-a455-4f01-8062-4554976c0e28_1920x1080.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week, we created integrations for the following third-party applications:<br></p><ul><li><p><strong><a href="https://www.atlassian.com/">Atlassian</a> (<a href="https://www.atlassian.com/software/confluence">Confluence</a> </strong>&amp;<strong> <a href="https://www.atlassian.com/software/jira">Jira</a>)</strong><br>Atlassian offers two flagship tools widely used in software development and project management: <strong>Confluence</strong> and <strong>Jira</strong>. While they serve distinct purposes, they integrate seamlessly to support collaboration, documentation, and agile workflows. Confluence and Jira provide a robust ecosystem: Jira handles structured work (tasks, bugs, and stories), while Confluence manages unstructured content (documentation, planning, and retrospectives).</p><p><a href="https://www.atlassian.com/developers">Developer Documentation</a></p><ul><li><p><strong>Trigger</strong>: Space Events<br>Triggers when space events are created, updated, removed, etc.</p></li><li><p><strong>Trigger</strong>: Jira Events</p><p>Triggers when JIRA issues and comments are created, updated, or deleted.</p></li></ul><p></p></li><li><p><strong><a href="https://github.com/">GitHub</a></strong><br>GitHub is a web-based platform for version control and collaborative software development built on the Git system. It facilitates collaboration among developers by allowing them to track changes, contribute to each other's work, and manage projects within repositories without overwriting each other's changes.</p><p><a href="https://docs.github.com/en">Developer Documentation</a></p><ul><li><p><strong>Trigger</strong>: triggers on every event of a pull request, like:</p><ul><li><p>a PR has been created/opened</p></li><li><p>a PR has been closed by being merged</p></li><li><p>a PR has been closed by not being merged </p></li><li><p>see more in <a href="https://docs.github.com/en/webhooks/webhook-events-and-payloads#pull_request">Github Docs</a></p></li></ul></li><li><p><a href="https://mation.work/">Mation</a> already has various integrations with GitHub, see our <a href="https://mation.work/docs/apps-and-built-in-integrations/github/github">Docs</a> for details, or find the code in our <a href="https://github.com/automatisch/automatisch/tree/main/packages/backend/src/apps/github">Repository</a>.<br></p></li></ul></li><li><p><strong><a href="https://sinch.com/">Sinch</a></strong><br>Sinch is a global <strong>CPaaS </strong>provider headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden. It offers APIs and applications for messaging (SMS, MMS, RCS, WhatsApp), voice &amp; video calling, email, and identity verification &#8211; enabling enterprises to engage customers at scale. </p><p><a href="https://developers.sinch.com/docs/sms/api-reference/">Developer Documentation</a></p><ul><li><p><strong>Action</strong>: Send SMS<br></p></li></ul></li><li><p><strong><a href="https://nativemsg.com/">nativeMsg</a></strong><br>nativeMsg provides an API&#8209;driven platform for <strong>RCS Business Messaging</strong>, transforming standard SMS/MMS into rich, interactive conversational experiences within users&#8217; native messaging apps. The platform enables sending high-resolution images, videos, carousels, quick-reply buttons, and branded content &#8211;  boosting attention, engagement, conversions, and customer satisfaction. It offers seamless fallback to SMS/MMS for unsupported devices and supports global Android deployment.</p><p><a href="https://docs.nativemsg.com/#introduction">Developer documentation</a></p><ul><li><p><strong>Trigger</strong>: new message received</p></li><li><p><strong>Action</strong>: Send a simple message with only text to phone numbers (w/ delay)</p></li><li><p><strong>Action</strong>: Send a media message to phone numbers (w/ delay)</p></li><li><p><strong>Action</strong>: Send media message with text to phone number (w/ delay)<br></p></li></ul></li><li><p><strong><a href="https://www.8x8.com/">8x8</a></strong><br>8x8 is a cloud communications provider that offers <strong>Unified Communications (UCaaS), Contact Center (CCaaS),</strong> and <strong>Communications Platform as a Service (CPaaS)</strong> under one platform. Founded in 1987 and headquartered in Campbell, California, 8x8 delivers VoIP voice, video conferencing, team chat, contact center tools, and omni-channel messaging APIs. The company has a global presence, serving customers in over 190 countries.</p><p><a href="https://developer.8x8.com/">Developer documentation</a></p><ul><li><p><strong>Trigger</strong>: new SMS received</p></li><li><p><strong>Action</strong>: Send an SMS</p></li></ul><p></p></li></ul><p>Our documentation team is working hard to keep pace with our integration developers. Detailed user docs will soon be available on our <a href="https://mation.work/docs/">Documentation</a> pages. As a Mation user, you may request immediate deployment of the integrations listed above &#8211; please don&#8217;t hesitate to contact us. </p><p>To configure the integrations mentioned above, you need an account with the third-party service.</p><p></p><div><hr></div><p>Can&#8217;t find your favorite app in our <a href="https://mation.work/docs/apps-and-built-in-integrations/third-party-apps-and-built-in-integrations-list">full list of integrations</a>?<br>Do not hesitate to <a href="https://mation.work/docs/apps-and-built-in-integrations/integration-request">request </a>one.</p><div><hr></div><p></p><h4><a href="https://mation.work/">Mation</a> key concepts</h4><ol><li><p>A <strong>trigger</strong> is an event that causes an action, e.g. an incoming call or a Salesforce field update.<a href="https://mation.work/docs/about/key-concepts#action">&#8203;</a> </p></li><li><p>An <strong>action</strong>, e.g. a new chat or an SMS sent is defined and caused by a trigger. </p></li><li><p>A <strong>flow</strong> is a logical combination of triggers and actions that any user can define and execute in Mation.</p></li></ol><p></p><div><hr></div><p></p><p>Start your trial today and enjoy Mation for one month for free and automate your processes.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://mation.work/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Start trial&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://mation.work/"><span>Start trial</span></a></p><p><br><br><br><br><br><br><br></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Deutsche Telekom enriches its API business with auto-Mation]]></title><description><![CDATA[T Wholesale uses Mation as part of their Workflow Automation product]]></description><link>https://substack.mation.work/p/how-deutsche-telekom-enriches-api</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://substack.mation.work/p/how-deutsche-telekom-enriches-api</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mation]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2025 13:24:42 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/youtube/w_728,c_limit/fC1wFZIK7Ao" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div id="youtube2-fC1wFZIK7Ao" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;fC1wFZIK7Ao&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:&quot;350&quot;,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/fC1wFZIK7Ao?start=350&amp;rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><p>At Apidays Munich 2025, Sebastian showed how Deutsche Telekom uses Mation within its Wholesale communication API offering. He outlined several challenges in creating an offering based on APIs only. </p><p>Thanks, Sebastian, for your insights!</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Integration Thursday]]></title><description><![CDATA[week 28]]></description><link>https://substack.mation.work/p/integration-thursday</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://substack.mation.work/p/integration-thursday</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mation]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 10 Jul 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/9b3acd99-1749-4b24-b4dd-5ac0e0dda97e_1920x1080.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week, we created integrations for the following third-party applications:<br></p><ul><li><p><strong><a href="https://developers.google.com/business-communications/rcs-business-messaging">Google RBM</a> (RCS Business Messaging)</strong><br>Google RBM is an enhanced messaging platform that allows businesses to communicate with users via the default Android Messages app. It supports rich media like images, carousels, and suggested replies, creating more interactive and engaging customer experiences. RBM is part of the RCS (Rich Communication Services) protocol and aims to modernize SMS communication.</p><p><a href="https://developers.google.com/business-communications/rcs-business-messaging/guides/management-api/overview">Developer Documentation</a><br></p><ul><li><p><strong>Action</strong>: Send SMS</p></li><li><p><strong>Action</strong>: Send Rich Card</p></li></ul></li></ul><p></p><ul><li><p><strong><a href="https://www.infobip.com/">Infobip</a></strong><br>Infobip is a global cloud communications platform that helps businesses connect with customers across various channels, including SMS, email, voice, WhatsApp, and more. As a leading provider of omnichannel solutions, Infobip offers APIs and tools for messaging, customer authentication, and marketing automation, helping companies deliver seamless, secure, and scalable customer experiences worldwide.</p><p><a href="https://www.infobip.com/docs/sms">Developer Documentation</a><br></p><ul><li><p><strong>Trigger</strong>: Receive SMS</p></li><li><p><strong>Action</strong>: Send SMS<br><br></p></li></ul></li><li><p><strong><a href="https://www.vonage.com/">Vonage</a></strong><br>Vonage is a cloud communications company that provides APIs and solutions for voice, messaging, video, and verification services. It enables businesses to integrate real-time communication features into their applications, websites, and workflows. Originally known for VoIP services, Vonage&#8217;s platform now supports omnichannel customer engagement, helping companies enhance scalable communication interactions through programmable voice calls, SMS, video conferencing, and authentication tools, all delivered via the cloud.</p><p><a href="https://developer.vonage.com/en/home?product=Messaging">Developer Documentation</a></p><p><br></p><ul><li><p><strong>Trigger</strong>: Inbound SMS</p></li><li><p><strong>Action</strong>: Send SMS<br><br></p></li></ul></li><li><p><strong><a href="https://twenty.com/">Twenty.com</a></strong><br>Twenty.com is an open-source CRM platform that empowers businesses to tailor workflows, data fields, and custom objects to fit unique needs. It provides visual tools such as Kanban and table views, along with email sync, task tracking, and powerful REST/GraphQL APIs for seamless integration. As a community-driven tool, it offers flexibility, transparency, and cost-efficiency without vendor lock-in.</p><p><a href="https://twenty.com/developers">Developer Documentation</a><br></p><ul><li><p><strong>Trigger</strong>: new person created</p></li><li><p><strong>Action</strong>: create person, create opportunity</p></li><li><p><strong>Action</strong>: delete person, delete opportunity</p></li><li><p><strong>Action</strong>: find person, find opportunity, find person by phone</p></li><li><p><strong>Action</strong>: get person, get opportunity</p></li><li><p><strong>Action</strong>: list people, list opportunities</p></li><li><p><strong>Action</strong>: update person, update opportunity<br><br></p></li></ul></li><li><p><strong><a href="https://www.plivo.com/">Plivo</a></strong><br>Plivo is a cloud communications platform that provides APIs for voice calls, SMS, and phone number services. It enables businesses to integrate real-time communication into their applications, supporting use cases like customer support, notifications, and two-factor authentication. Plivo offers global coverage, scalable infrastructure, and tools for managing call flows and messaging campaigns, making it a competitor to Twilio and similar platforms.</p><p><a href="https://www.plivo.com/docs/messaging/concepts/overview">Developer documentation</a><br></p><ul><li><p><strong>Trigger</strong>: Receive SMS</p></li><li><p><strong>Action</strong>: Send SMS<br><br></p></li></ul></li></ul><p>Our documentation team is working hard to keep pace with our integration developers. Detailed user docs will soon be available on our <a href="https://mation.work/docs/">Documentation</a> pages. As a Mation user, you may request immediate deployment of the integrations listed above&#8212;please don&#8217;t hesitate to contact us. </p><p>To configure the integrations mentioned above, you need an account with the third-party service.</p><p></p><div><hr></div><p>Can&#8217;t find your favorite app in our <a href="https://mation.work/docs/apps-and-built-in-integrations/third-party-apps-and-built-in-integrations-list">full list of integrations</a>?<br>Do not hesitate to <a href="https://mation.work/docs/apps-and-built-in-integrations/integration-request">request </a>one.</p><div><hr></div><p></p><h4><a href="https://mation.work/">Mation</a> key concepts</h4><ol><li><p>A <strong>trigger</strong> is an event that causes an action, e.g. an incoming call or a Salesforce field update.<a href="https://mation.work/docs/about/key-concepts#action">&#8203;</a> </p></li><li><p>An <strong>action</strong>, e.g. a new chat or an SMS sent is defined and caused by a trigger. </p></li><li><p>A <strong>flow</strong> is a logical combination of triggers and actions that any user can define and execute in Mation.</p></li></ol><p></p><div><hr></div><p></p><p>Start your trial today and enjoy Mation for one month for free and automate your processes.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://mation.work/&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Start trial&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://mation.work/"><span>Start trial</span></a></p><p><br><br><br><br><br><br><br></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Singapore government's Plumber project is based on our core!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Almost 11 million tasks have been automated thus far, and more than 12,000 public officers are empowered to automate their work.]]></description><link>https://substack.mation.work/p/singapore-governments-plumber-project</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://substack.mation.work/p/singapore-governments-plumber-project</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mation]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 03 Jul 2025 07:21:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/2a667008-ce91-42b1-9c58-2d562830f63c_2702x1402.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="https://plumber.gov.sg/">Plumber</a> is part of the <a href="https://github.com/opengovsg">Open Government Products</a> in Singapore. Some time ago, Singapore Government Agencies started adopting our product for their E-Government automation solution called Plumber. 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href="https://github.com/opengovsg/FormSG">FormSG</a> (open-source form generator - trigger)</p></li><li><p>email by Postman</p></li><li><p>Excel</p></li><li><p>PaySG</p></li><li><p>Slack</p></li><li><p>Telegram</p></li></ul><p><strong>Main areas of automation</strong></p><ul><li><p>Human Resources</p></li><li><p>Development Workflows</p></li><li><p>Marketing</p></li><li><p>Operations</p></li><li><p>Customer Support</p></li></ul><p></p><p>Plumber reused our basic core and many of its built-in features, like the Scheduler, Filter (here called if-then), the Webhook integration, the HTTP request node (here called custom API), and Delay. Plumber also developed some interesting additional features like Tiles and FormSG. It is a separate open-source project that adds a powerful forms generator as a third-party app to Plumber. The latest release of Mation includes an extended Forms app as a built-in feature. </p><p></p><div><hr></div><p></p><p><strong>Yippie ya yeah!</strong></p><p></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is Mation?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mation is the all-round carefree solution for process automation.]]></description><link>https://substack.mation.work/p/what-is-mation</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://substack.mation.work/p/what-is-mation</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mation]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 03 Jul 2025 06:57:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/2054df6e-ee8d-4363-abe6-a2d76f6c2b09_3840x2160.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Mation is AI-native, legally compliant and cost-effective. <br>Mation follows a no-code approach. You don&#8217;t need to be a techie! <br>Simply integrate your systems along your business processes.</p><div id="youtube2-gkqs2WfB6Is" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;gkqs2WfB6Is&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/gkqs2WfB6Is?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><p>Start your trial today and enjoy Mation for one month for free and automate your processes.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://mation.work/en/contact&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Start trial&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://mation.work/en/contact"><span>Start trial</span></a></p><p></p><div><hr></div><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://substack.mation.work/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Mation&#8217;s Substack! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mation × SignalWire: Real-Time Communication Meets Automation ]]></title><description><![CDATA[We&#8217;re excited to announce a strategic partnership between Mation and SignalWire, bringing together the best in real-time communications and intelligent automation.]]></description><link>https://substack.mation.work/p/mation-signalwire-real-time-communication</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://substack.mation.work/p/mation-signalwire-real-time-communication</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mation]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 03 Jul 2025 06:45:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/df06b475-3466-4b60-932e-60302f6a1890_1920x1080.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="https://mation.work/">Mation</a> empowers businesses to automate workflows across systems, tools, and teams &#8211; simply, flexibly, and without vendor lock-in, and is built upon an open-source <a href="https://automatisch.io/">core</a>. </p><p><a href="https://signalwire.com/">SignalWire</a> is known for its next-generation cloud communications platform, offering real-time video, voice, and messaging capabilities built on the technology behind <a href="https://github.com/signalwire/freeswitch">FreeSWITCH</a>.</p><p>We truly share the same DNA. This partnership reflects our commitment to open infrastructure, developer freedom, and making advanced tools accessible to all.</p><p>Explore our partnership:<br>&#128073; <a href="https://signalwire.com/mation-integration">signalwire.com/mation-integration</a></p><p>As we continue to build and expand our ecosystem, we&#8217;re proud to align with forward-thinking partners like SignalWire. More powerful, more open &#8211; and now, more connected.</p><p>Mation integrates deeply into SignalWire&#8217;s capabilities and opens up various automation options. For example, look at this calling flow with XML verbs and a Salesforce integration.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0BM0!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F224d623c-a41c-4b7b-a70b-64e55abc36fe_1000x1063.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0BM0!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F224d623c-a41c-4b7b-a70b-64e55abc36fe_1000x1063.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0BM0!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F224d623c-a41c-4b7b-a70b-64e55abc36fe_1000x1063.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0BM0!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F224d623c-a41c-4b7b-a70b-64e55abc36fe_1000x1063.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0BM0!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F224d623c-a41c-4b7b-a70b-64e55abc36fe_1000x1063.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0BM0!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F224d623c-a41c-4b7b-a70b-64e55abc36fe_1000x1063.jpeg" width="1000" height="1063" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/224d623c-a41c-4b7b-a70b-64e55abc36fe_1000x1063.jpeg&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:1063,&quot;width&quot;:1000,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:170305,&quot;alt&quot;:null,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:false,&quot;topImage&quot;:true,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://substack.mation.work/i/167350596?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F224d623c-a41c-4b7b-a70b-64e55abc36fe_1000x1063.jpeg&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0BM0!,w_424,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F224d623c-a41c-4b7b-a70b-64e55abc36fe_1000x1063.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0BM0!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F224d623c-a41c-4b7b-a70b-64e55abc36fe_1000x1063.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0BM0!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F224d623c-a41c-4b7b-a70b-64e55abc36fe_1000x1063.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0BM0!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F224d623c-a41c-4b7b-a70b-64e55abc36fe_1000x1063.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw" fetchpriority="high"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg role="img" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><title></title><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p>This cooperation unlocks messaging and voice scenarios. Read more details about the <strong>Send SMS</strong> action in <a href="https://mation.work/docs/apps-and-built-in-integrations/signalwire/signalwire">Mation Docs</a>.</p><h3><strong>SignalWire&#8217;s Voice XML verbs</strong></h3><p>SignalWire CXML (Compatibility XML) is a powerful set of XML-based actions that enable developers to control voice call behavior dynamically. When a call is made to a SignalWire phone number, the platform retrieves and executes CXML instructions from a configured URL endpoint, allowing for sophisticated call handling based on caller information, time of day, and other contextual factors.</p><p>The system operates through an HTTP request/response mechanism where SignalWire sends call parameters to your endpoint via POST or GET requests, and your application responds with CXML instructions that dictate call flow. This architecture enables real-time, dynamic call control with features including text-to-speech conversion, audio playback, DTMF input collection, call recording, payment processing, conference management, and queue handling.</p><p>Key characteristics of SignalWire CXML include case-sensitive XML verbs and attributes, sequential top-to-bottom execution of instructions, comprehensive status callback support for real-time call monitoring, and seamless integration with various third-party services. The platform supports both inbound and outbound call scenarios, making it suitable for building complex voice applications ranging from simple IVR systems to sophisticated contact center solutions.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!piAq!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F93aa6d2d-bd04-40e9-80a6-010738326760_1000x1425.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!piAq!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F93aa6d2d-bd04-40e9-80a6-010738326760_1000x1425.jpeg 424w, 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modification</p></li><li><p>Conditional logic support through URL callbacks</p></li></ul><h4>Audio Processing</h4><ul><li><p>Text-to-speech with multiple voice options and languages</p></li><li><p>Audio file playback from URLs or local storage</p></li><li><p>SSML (Speech Synthesis Markup Language) support for advanced speech control</p></li><li><p>Noise reduction capabilities for improved audio quality</p></li></ul><h4>Input Collection</h4><ul><li><p>DTMF (touch-tone) input gathering with customizable prompts</p></li><li><p>Timeout and retry handling for user input</p></li><li><p>Support for various input validation patterns</p></li></ul><h4>Call Recording</h4><ul><li><p>High-quality audio recording with configurable parameters</p></li><li><p>Automatic transcription services with callback notifications</p></li><li><p>Flexible storage options including custom storage URLs</p></li><li><p>Silence trimming and audio optimization features</p></li></ul><h4>Payment Processing</h4><ul><li><p>Secure payment data collection during voice calls</p></li><li><p>Support for immediate charges and tokenization</p></li><li><p>Multi-currency support with various payment methods</p></li><li><p>PCI-compliant payment processing with encrypted data transmission</p></li></ul><h4>Conference Management</h4><ul><li><p>Multi-party conference calling capabilities</p></li><li><p>Dynamic participant management (join/leave)</p></li><li><p>Conference control and monitoring features</p></li></ul><h4>Queue Management</h4><ul><li><p>Intelligent call queuing with customizable hold experiences</p></li><li><p>Queue statistics and monitoring</p></li><li><p>Flexible queue routing and priority handling</p></li></ul><h4>Status Callbacks</h4><ul><li><p>Real-time call status updates via webhooks</p></li><li><p>Comprehensive event tracking throughout call lifecycle</p></li><li><p>Custom callback URLs for different call events</p></li><li><p>Detailed parameter sets for each callback type</p></li></ul><p></p><div><hr></div><p></p><p>If you want to add a SignalWire integration to your Mation instance, contact us and start your free trial today!</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://mation.work/en/contact&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Start trial&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://mation.work/en/contact"><span>Start trial</span></a></p><p></p><p></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Automation with SMS notifications]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mation keeps you up to date with SMS notifications.]]></description><link>https://substack.mation.work/p/automation-with-sms-notifications</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://substack.mation.work/p/automation-with-sms-notifications</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mation]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 03 Jul 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure 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Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mation × Helix: Deploying AI with Automation at the Core]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mation and Helix are natural partners, combining seamless automation with the power of high-performance AI deployment.]]></description><link>https://substack.mation.work/p/mation-helix-deploying-ai-with-automation</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://substack.mation.work/p/mation-helix-deploying-ai-with-automation</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mation]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 02 Jul 2025 20:09:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/220ea093-87d4-486e-9b55-c82bbba09078_1920x1080.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="https://mation.work/">Mation</a> is designed for flexible, vendor-neutral automation, and is built upon an open-source <a href="https://automatisch.io/">core</a>. It helps teams connect tools, orchestrate systems, and build workflows with full control and zero lock-in.<br><strong><br></strong><a href="http://deploy.helix.ml">Helix</a> is a next-gen platform for deploying and managing machine learning models in production. With a focus on developer experience, speed, and scalability, Helix makes it easy to go from model to inference-ready API &#8212; all without infrastructure headaches. </p><p><a href="https://blog.helix.ml/p/helix-customers-and-partners">Together</a>, Mation and Helix open up new automation possibilities for applied AI, including:</p><ul><li><p>Triggering ML model inferences from external apps or services</p></li><li><p>Automatically routing predictions into downstream tools like CRMs, databases, or alerting systems</p></li><li><p>Scheduling or event-based model execution via no-code workflows</p></li><li><p>Creating closed-loop AI systems that learn, react, and adapt &#8212; automatically</p></li></ul><p>This integration brings production-grade AI into automation workflows without requiring custom glue code or DevOps overhead.</p><p>This is just the beginning. With Helix&#8217;s developer-first infrastructure and Mation&#8217;s open automation engine, we&#8217;re excited to help teams ship smarter, faster, and with fewer constraints.<br><br>Watch the interview with Luke and Marten <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NDr81Wqfdg8">here</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mation is GDPR-compliant]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ensure your data is secure with our stringent data protocols tailored for the DACH-region.]]></description><link>https://substack.mation.work/p/mation-is-gdpr-compliant</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://substack.mation.work/p/mation-is-gdpr-compliant</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mation]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 02 Jul 2025 15:17:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/77b67637-e123-460f-ab2b-a0697f1b3f21_3840x2160.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>Mation is fully GDPR-compliant.<br>Mation runs on your dedicated server in Germany.</p><p>Stay compliant, stay secure!</p><div id="youtube2-6QgaM9lyrLg" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;6QgaM9lyrLg&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/6QgaM9lyrLg?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><p>Start your trial today and enjoy Mation for one month for free and automate your processes.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://mation.work/en/contact&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Start trial&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://mation.work/en/contact"><span>Start trial</span></a></p><div><hr></div><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://substack.mation.work/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Mation&#8217;s Substack! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Automation with support]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mation's comprehensive documentation explains how to use the platform in detail with numerous examples]]></description><link>https://substack.mation.work/p/automation-with-support</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://substack.mation.work/p/automation-with-support</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mation]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 02 Jul 2025 15:15:34 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/76d8e20d-5a20-46e8-8d6c-8adce27043a8_3840x2160.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Mation Docs is a user guide that explains general ideas and concepts, as well as detailed step-by-step instructions on how to connect various third-party apps, set up automated flows, and user management.<br><br>Additionally our support and development team are available to assist you.</p><div id="youtube2-JADr3y4LHGo" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;JADr3y4LHGo&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/JADr3y4LHGo?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><p><br>Start your trial today and enjoy Mation for one month for free and automate your processes.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://mation.work/en/contact&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Start trial&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://mation.work/en/contact"><span>Start trial</span></a></p><div><hr></div><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://substack.mation.work/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Mation&#8217;s Substack! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Good-bye hidden costs ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Automation made fair, simple, and transparent]]></description><link>https://substack.mation.work/p/good-bye-hidden-costs</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://substack.mation.work/p/good-bye-hidden-costs</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mation]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 02 Jul 2025 15:14:49 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/5cd0addd-6e39-43cd-84c7-f6fa306837e4_3840x2160.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>May we introduce you to Mation?</p><p>There&#8217;s a free trial period and three all-inclusive plans.<br>Get started directly on your dedicated server in Germany.<br><br>Mation offers you an unlimited number of users, integrations, processes and executions.<br><br>Enjoy all features without worrying about extra charges. <br></p><div id="youtube2-Q_E3rI9uMao" class="youtube-wrap" data-attrs="{&quot;videoId&quot;:&quot;Q_E3rI9uMao&quot;,&quot;startTime&quot;:null,&quot;endTime&quot;:null}" data-component-name="Youtube2ToDOM"><div class="youtube-inner"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/Q_E3rI9uMao?rel=0&amp;autoplay=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;enablejsapi=0" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" gesture="media" allow="autoplay; fullscreen" allowautoplay="true" allowfullscreen="true" width="728" height="409"></iframe></div></div><p>Start your trial today and enjoy Mation for one month for free and automate your processes.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://mation.work/en/contact&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Start trial&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://mation.work/en/contact"><span>Start trial</span></a></p><p></p><div><hr></div><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://substack.mation.work/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">Thanks for reading Mation&#8217;s Substack! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p><br><br></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mation is live.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Made for making.]]></description><link>https://substack.mation.work/p/mation-is-live</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://substack.mation.work/p/mation-is-live</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mation]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jul 2024 22:34:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/a0806687-8bca-4969-a458-58621dba3222_1920x1080.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Our website, <a href="https://mation.work">mation.work</a>, went live a while ago, and we are working heavily on the dashboard to improve and automate onboarding.</p><p>With several instances and projects already out there, we had many experiences, many of which will have impacted the initial release. Soon, anyone can sign up to try out Mation.</p><p>Anyone curious about how Mation works can check the documentation at <a href="https://mation.work/docs">mation.work/docs</a>.</p><p>This blog will mainly discuss advanced use cases and smart integration usage and highlight some of the features that differentiate Mation from <a href="https://automatisch.io">Automatisch</a>.</p><p>We will also introduce our priced tiers and individual solutions.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[About Mation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mation: The Low-Code Automation Platform for Efficient Business Workflow Management]]></description><link>https://substack.mation.work/p/about-mation</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://substack.mation.work/p/about-mation</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mation]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 22 Jun 2024 07:15:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/9a7ad8ff-3685-4d7b-be71-a190f26f1762_1920x1080.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Automation has become increasingly important in today's fast-paced business world, where time and resources are at a premium. With Mation, businesses can easily create and manage automation without requiring any coding knowledge. This article will introduce Mation and compare it to other popular automation platforms like Zapier and IFTTT. We will also discuss Mation's European residency and data privacy policies and its unique selling points.<br><br><strong>What is Mation?</strong><br><br>Mation is a low-code automation platform enabling businesses to create efficient workflows without writing code. Using Mation, users can easily integrate different systems, automate business processes, and analyze data. With a drag-and-drop interface, Mation makes it easy to create customized automation quickly and efficiently.<br><br><strong>How does Mation compare to Zapier and IFTTT?</strong><br><br>While Zapier and IFTTT are popular automation platforms, they differ from Mation in several ways. Mation offers advanced features such as tailor-made custom connectors and integrations into private large language models (LLM). Moreover, Mation is based in Europe, which may appeal to businesses prioritizing data privacy and security.<br><br><strong>Key Unique Selling Points of Mation</strong><br><br>Mation offers several unique selling points that set it apart from other automation platforms. Firstly, Mation's no-code interface makes creating automation without coding experience easy. Secondly, Mation offers step monitoring, enabling users to track the progress of their automation and make adjustments if necessary. Lastly, Mation offers custom connectors, allowing businesses to integrate their unique systems and workflows into Mation.<br><br><strong>European Residency and Data Privacy Policies</strong><br><br>As mentioned earlier, Mation is based in Europe, which may appeal to businesses prioritizing data privacy and security. All data Mation stores are encrypted, and Mation adheres to strict data protection regulations such as GDPR and CCPA. Additionally, Mation offers data usage and retention transparency, giving users control over their personal information.<br><br><strong>Conclusion</strong><br><br>In conclusion, Mation is an excellent low-code automation platform for businesses looking to streamline their workflows and improve efficiency. Its entirely no-code interface, advanced features, and custom connectors make it a versatile and flexible solution for automating business processes and analyzing data. Furthermore, Mation's European residency and commitment to data privacy make it an attractive option for businesses operating in Europe. If you're looking for an efficient and effective way to automate your business processes, consider trying Mation today.</p>]]></content:encoded></item></channel></rss>