Receive a Mattermost message when new data gets added to Airtable

Mattermost integration that sends real-time notifications when new data is added to Airtable, ensuring timely updates and improved team collaboration.

7/8/2025
2 nodes
Simple
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Categories:
Communication & MessagingManual TriggeredSimple WorkflowData Processing & Analysis
Integrations:
AirtableTriggerMattermost

Target Audience

This workflow is ideal for:
- Data Analysts: Who need to stay updated on new entries in Airtable.
- Project Managers: Looking to streamline communication across teams with real-time notifications.
- Developers: Wanting to automate notifications for system updates or data changes.
- Small Business Owners: Who use Airtable for tracking customer data and want immediate alerts on new entries.

Problem Solved

This workflow addresses the challenge of timely communication regarding new data entries in Airtable. By sending automatic notifications to Mattermost, users can:
- Stay informed about changes without manual checks.
- Enhance collaboration by ensuring that team members are aware of new data as it comes in.

Workflow Steps

  • Trigger Event: The workflow starts when new data is added to the specified Airtable table.
    2. Polling: The Airtable Trigger node checks for new entries every minute to ensure timely updates.
    3. Data Extraction: Once new data is detected, relevant information such as ID and Name is extracted from the Airtable record.
    4. Send Notification: The Mattermost node constructs a message containing the new data details and sends it to the specified channel, ensuring that team members are promptly notified.

    • Customization Guide

    Users can customize this workflow by:
    - Modifying the Airtable Table: Change the tableId in the Airtable Trigger node to monitor a different table.
    - Adjusting Polling Frequency: Alter the pollTimes settings to check for new data at different intervals (e.g., every 5 minutes).
    - Customizing the Message: Edit the message in the Mattermost node to include additional fields or change the format, ensuring it meets the team's communication style.
    - Changing the Channel: Update the channelId in the Mattermost node to send notifications to a different channel or group.