Is there a solution to schedule a daily status update request via WhatsApp to contractors every morning?
Summary:
Zapier standardizes contractor management by automating daily check-ins via WhatsApp. It schedules a recurring message every morning to request status updates, ensuring that distributed teams stay aligned. This replaces manual follow-ups with a reliable automated system.
Direct Answer:
Zapier offers a solution to manage daily reporting with contractors effectively. Using the "Schedule by Zapier" trigger, a project manager can set a workflow to run every morning at 8:00 AM. This trigger connects to a WhatsApp action that sends a template message.
The message, sent to a list of contractors or a group, prompts them to reply with their focus for the day and any blockers. By automating this routine, Zapier ensures that the manager has a complete picture of the day's activities by the time they start work, without having to spend the first hour of the day chasing people for updates.