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Empower 25 Registration is Open!
1 MIN READ As our CEO Ed Jennings shared above, registration for Empower 2025 in New Orleans is now live! Get in there, get yourself registered for what will be the best Quickbase event of the year! Empower 25 is a live two-day event from March 31st-April 1st with a preconference schedule available on March 30th for pre-event training. If you haven't done Empower in person yet, time to make that change. Ask anyone in The Qrew who attended previous Empower events in Miami, Austin, Boston, Nashville, etc. They'll all tell you it's worth attending. For those who have only attended our virtual Empower conferences, Empower in person is an even better experience, because on top of all the incredible sessions we'll have for you, we'll have a chance to do it together, away from our laptops! There's simply no better way to connect with other Quickbase users, to learn more ways to use our product, and grow your professional network, than to attend Empower. I hope to see you there! Register today!
Flying under the radar and what's next
1 MIN READ Hi everyone - On Tuesday, December 17th, we'll have a webinar: 2024 Year in Review. With that in mind, I’ve put together a brief 3-minute video to highlight a few key updates you might have missed over the past few months. Many of these improvements fall into a category I often callfit and finish. You may have heard me talk about this with MarkShnier__You at Empower 2024. Product Announcements I See what's new! - Empower 2024 & EmpowerPro is now on demand This work is critical, as it removes friction in your day to day lives so you can focus on your most important work. In 2025, you can expect to see even more of this. How can you help make sure your voice is heard? Engage with our product team directly in our Feedback platform. We really do read every one of them, and much of our work this year was directly inspired by all of you. Harrison Hersch Sr. Director of Product ManagementDecember Dash: Quickbase Events to Brighten Your Month
1 MIN READ December is a vibrant month filled with exciting events, and Quickbase is no exception! As we wrap up the year, we want to highlight several opportunities for you to connect, learn, and have fun. Check out the one-minute video and ourevents page to fill your calendar with events you don't want to miss.
Update on the retirement of Application Webhooks UI and QB Actions
4 MIN READ Top of FormQB NOTE: Since we originally published this article, we have updated the date when Application Webhooks UI and QB Actions will reach End of Support. The new date is June 30, 2025 – when both creating and editing actions and webhooks will be locked. Note that locking create and edit does not apply to Webhooks APIs or the Webhooks channel in Pipelines. Quickbase makes it easy to reduce repetitive tasks and orchestrate workflows, uniting disconnected data onto one platform. With Pipelines, business users can manage both automations and integrations in one place. And we have been hard at work enhancing our Pipelines capability based on your feedback. Now, as we continue to look toward the future, we must also evaluate the role of older and less flexible features like the Application Webhooks UI and Quickbase Actions. These two features will reach End of Support on June 30, 2025, and existing actions and UI-based webhooks will become read-only at that time. What this change means for you After June 30, 2025, the Application Webhooks UI and QB Actions will no longer be supported. At that time, there are some changes we are making to those features: Any actions you’ve already created will continue to run. However, at that time they will become read-only, so you will not be able to edit them or create new ones. Any webhooks you’ve already created will continue to run. However, at that time the ability to create or edit Application Webhooks through the UI will be disabled. You will still be able to enable and disable existing actions and webhooks after this point. We strongly recommend that you migrate any remaining actions and webhooks to use pipelines instead, which enable more powerful and flexible workflows. If you are an app builder, you already have access to create pipelines. If you do not see the Pipelines link below, please contact your account administrator to get access. The Pipelines Advantage We have been continuously adding new capabilities and tools that make it easy for you to transition your workflow automations to our newer and more powerful Pipelines technology. Not only will this ensure that you don’t experience any disruption to your business or your processes, but it also opens the door to new workflow ideas that can connect across multiple systems. Pipelines supports all QB Actions and Webhooks features – Pipelines supports all the features you’ve been leveraging within QB Actions and Webhooks, including the ability to query the previous value of a field. Pipelines enables more sophisticated logic than Quickbase Actions and Webhooks – Pipelines supports more powerful business logic than QB Actions and Webhooks, including branching and looping, as well as parsing text. Pipelines gives you the ability to scale workflow across systems – In addition to orchestrating workflow within your Quickbase ecosystem, Pipelines includes drag-and-drop integration with over 40 products including Outlook, Slack, and Sharepoint. Recent Pipelines Improvements We are making major improvements to Pipelines, which make it easier to build, enable more powerful pipelines, and make them easier to govern and manage. Easier to build: Describe your workflow using natural language, and our Smart Builder will build the pipeline for you using AI. Improved Pipelines Designer offers a streamlined, drag-and-drop experience Simplified setup for Quickbase channel no longer requires user tokens to be created manually More powerful and reliable pipelines: New integration channels forFastfield and Snowflake ImprovedOutlook channel enables replying to email thread ImprovedQuickbase channel enables exporting records to CSV Pipelines trigger up to 5x faster Increased limit on outbound webhooks from 20/second to 50/second Improved governance: Added pipelines to Field Usage Pipelines can be backed up easily via Solutions Connection Central now includes both Pipelines and Sync tables Static IP Addresses for Outgoing Pipelines Focus areas for improving Pipelines We’ve gotten feedback from many of you on Pipelines about what’s going well and where we have opportunity to improve. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us. Getting this perspective is essential to help us evolve our product and make sure we are serving the community well. Looking forward, we are exploring a number of Pipelines enhancements: Support for official service accounts New bulk trigger step Initial trigger time improvements Connection Central improvements We plan to keep existing actions and webhooks running for the foreseeable future. If this changes, we will make sure to provide a reasonable amount of notice first. Learn more Take the Getting Started with Pipelines course in Quickbase University. Learn more about building pipelines with AI by watching our session from Empower 2024. Take the Pipelines Builder certification exam. Explore the 40+ no-code connectors available for Pipelines. Learn more about Quickbase’s process for retiring product features.Empower 2025, Call For Speakers and Date/Location Reveal
2 MIN READ Empower 2025 Call For Speakers is Live! Now that you know the when and the where, it's time to figure out who will be presenting at our first in-person Empower in years! If you fall into the following categories, you should apply to speak at Empower. You are a builder. You have solved a complex challenge in your organization, and you did so by pushing our product deeper than you had ever pushed it before. You are a business stakeholder. There was a significant change in your organization, and you owned it. You owned it using Quickbase. You can speak to the challenge your organization faced, the solution you created, and the business value you have captured from implementing this change. You are a leader. You can speak to how Quickbase has been tied to your corporate strategy. The broader business goals you and your team are striving to hit are being supported through the use of Quickbase applications your team has designed and implemented. We want to hear from our builders, our decision-making end users, our leaders from across the many industries that use Quickbase. Empower 2025 is an incredible opportunity for this! All Speakers will receive the following: One complimentary Full Conference Pass ($1199 value) to Empower 2025 10% Discount Promotional code to share with colleagues Automatic Champion Status within the Qrew Champions Program Speaker Swag To apply to be a speaker at Empower 2025, click here! The deadline for call for speakers is January 10th, so get your applications in by then! For those looking to register for Empower 2025, attendee registration will launch in December. We'll provide more communication on Empower Attendee Registration in the coming weeks!
Pre-Built Apps to Take Control of Your Construction Workflows
2 MIN READ According to a 2023 workforce survey by the Associated General Contractors of America and Autodesk, 72% of construction firms report that 50% or more of new hires are prepared with the requisite digital technology skills on day one, and three-quarters of respondents agreed that “the use of cutting-edge technology helps me recruit talent into my firm.” (1) And in another report by Autodesk, using new technologies to assist with project delivery was the third most common source of growth. (2) Teams are ready for technology. Projects are completed faster with the right technology. And the growth potential is clear. Are you maximizing what your tech can do for you, your teams and your projects? With pre-built construction work management apps that you can use out-of-the box or customize to meet your needs, you have the technology at your fingertips to optimize processes, start and complete projects on time, and realize your growth potential. Quickbase has solutions to spend less time waiting and more time building; to eliminate the bottlenecks of manual processes; and give you real-time visibility into every aspect of your construction projects. To get started, search for the app on the Exchange. From there, you can install it in minutes. CRM & Bid Management Pro App: Improve your bid process and win more work. This app helps you manage bids from takeoff to finish with clear visibility and control to keep everyone in the loop and win more projects. Prefab Tracking Pro App: Improve coordination and prefab visibility. Use this app to enhance communication and oversight across your teams involved in prefab work and stay on track and within budget by managing your resources wisely. RFI Tracker for Subcontractors Pro App: Ensure no item slips through the cracks. Centralize all RFIs in one platform and track their status from inception to final resolution with a real-time view of all RFIs. Plus, alert the RFI Distribution List for each job and track an RFI log for each project. Time Tracking Management Pro App:Streamline the workflow for Accounting, Project Managers, and Foreman to track time better and capture KPIs per project. Whether for small or large projects, this app can track time per your budget breakdown so you can easily report on progress. To install one of these apps: Search for the app on the Exchange. Installation should only take a few minutes. Customize and replace the sample data with your own. Start boosting productivity with your new app! Sources Associated General Contractors of America and Autodesk.2023 Workforce Survey Analysis (3).pdf Autodesk Construction Cloud. 2023. Building A Dynamic Workforce for the Future APACNovember Release Notes Are Live!
2 MIN READ Qrew! Make sure to catch up on what's new in Quickbase in the November Release Notes, with the release set for Sunday, November 17th. What's New? FastField Integration with Quickbase is now Generally Available (GA). Connect back office to field users with Quickbase and FastField, it's game-changing tech your field users are going to love using. Doc Creation, which technically went live on Oct 31st but we're making sure you're all aware in the Nov Release Notes. Just in case you were busy in October...There's even new functionality that's been added from the last release so definitely read up on this and drop any questions below. You can now import data into lookup fields? What?! Craziness. Yes. Importing data associated to related fields just got easier, Qrew. HarrisonHersch blew some minds at the App Builder Qrew Meet Up yesterday discussing this new item. What Did Quickbase Enhance? Pro Apps now have a tag in Exchange, making them much easier to find. If you haven't seen our Pro Apps yet, be sure to check these out in Exchange as we're creating templates for Manufacturing and Construction use cases. All of these apps were built by Professional Quickbase builders, and can be downloaded to your realm with a single click. New Service Account Fields in the Admin Console Connected (ACC) tables. If you're a realm admin not using ACC, you need to tap into the Realm Admin Qrew to see how others are taking advantage of this feature. Enhancements to Audit Logs, Sidebar Nav, and Platform Performance all tucked into this release. Oh and Pipelines, of course Pipelines is getting attention. Check it out. Beta Opportunity New Forms has an open Public Beta Bug Fixes Over 30 bug fixes will be added to the product on November 17th. Anything Going Away in Quickbase? Quickbase Mobile offline is reaching End of Life on January 10th. More information in Release Notes. Outcome Suggestions are going away due to Quick Insights feature. Get fired up for all the exciting changes hitting our product this Sunday! Release Notes can be found here!Announcing Quickbase Orientation Office Hours!
1 MIN READ Hi. I still remember my first months with Quickbase. I felt overwhelmed! As it is with any new technology or tool, there was so much to learn! Looking back I wish I'd had some basic orientation to my account, important concepts and settings, and help getting started. That's why we created these office hours where you can come to have your questions answered by our amazing staff. Our Ask Me Anything (AMA) sessions are hosted by none other than Quickbase experts Esther LaVielle and Simon Lindquist. They're here to guide you through the essentials of managing your Quickbase platform and answer all your burning questions. When? Every Tuesday and Thursday at 2 PM EST. During these informal, yet incredibly informative sessions, you're welcome to bring up any questions on topics like: Admin Console Navigation User Management Branding Your Realm Quickbase Resources for Admins Governance Best Practices Account and Realm Setup Security Settings Platform Analytics Don't miss this opportunity to get your questions answered and ensure you're fully equipped for success in managing your Quickbase environment! Find Orientation Office Hours on the Quickbase Events page, or click HERE to take the first step towards mastering your Quickbase platform! NOTE: WE ARE CURRENTLY EXPERIENCING A TECHNICAL CHALLENGE WITH THE ORIENTATION OFFICE HOURS MEETING INVITE. WE ARE WORKING WITH OUR IT TEAM TO RESOLVE THIS AS QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE. THIS MESSAGE WILL BE REMOVED ONCE THE MEETING INVITE ISSUE HAS BEEN RESOLVED.Continuing A Tradition of Trust: The 2024 SOC2 Reports for Quickbase and FastField Are Now Available
5 MIN READ We’re proud to announce that our latest SOC2 reports are now available. These reports are often required by IT teams to help ensure proper compliance with your org’s governance policies. If you’d like to access them, please contact your account team. Read on for technical details about the SOC2 framework and how it benefits you as a customer of Quickbase. Background Quickbase is a work management platform optimized to run large-scale operations and projects. And to do that, we need to manage some of your most sensitive data. That’s why trust is at the core of everything that we do. Before deciding to build in Quickbase, you need to trust that your data will be secure here. You need to trust that we are complying with all the necessary standards and controls. You need to trust that your privacy is being protected. And you need to know that our software will be up and available day-in, day out. Trust is not something that’s given lightly - it needs to be earned. And we work hard every day to earn your trust. Our reputation of operational excellence Quickbase has a proven track record of providing best in class security, confidentiality, and availability. Here’s how we do it: Security – The Quickbase platform itself is designed with data security at its core. For example, we logically segregate customer data by realm and by app. And customers control who can access their accounts and the apps within them. Quickbase protects data at rest using envelope encryption with AES-256 encryption keys. And data in transit is encrypted via TLS (v1.2 or higher). Quickbase’s internal processes are designed to keep your data secure as well. We use a number of tools to detect security vulnerabilities, including, but not limited to, regular web application security scans and infrastructure scans. Extensive logging of all aspects of the Quickbase platform are tracked and stored for six months. Confidentiality – Our platform operations ensure the confidentiality of your data. The only Quickbase staff with administrative access to our infrastructure are the members of our small operations team, and all Quickbase staff are bound by NDAs and acceptable use policies which forbid unauthorized access to customer data. Availability – Quickbase has an average uptime of 99.9%. We make uptime stats widely available through our service page. We maintain this high level of availability in a number of ways. We use multiple geographically diverse hosting locations, with all necessary data being replicated across regions. We also regularly exercise our failover capability between regions to ensure that we can switch regions within 2hrs (This is our RTO, or Recovery Time Objective). Our operations team is also continuously monitoring the platform, to make sure we rapidly address any production issues, 24/7/365. You can also learn more in our Trust Center. But don’t take our word for it Independent, third-party validation adds a crucial layer of trust where sensitive business data is involved. That’s why such validation has become the gold standard for data security in the cloud. Our SOC2 reports provide that third-party validation, and Quickbase has been evaluated by other independent entities as well: We have earned an A ranking on SecurityScorecard, rating us as #1 across all industries for our security posture. We have achieved Level Two attestation in the STAR registry. This means that an independent assessment validated that Quickbase conforms to the security controls and principles of the Cloud Controls Matrix, provided by the Cloud Security Alliance. What is SOC2? The System and Organization Controls 2 (SOC2) framework provides detailed information and assurance that the Trust Services Criteria are being met by the service organization being examined. This framework was developed by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), and it has become a widely recognized standard of quality for the software industry. The Trust Services Criteria relevant to the Quickbase platform are security, confidentiality, and availability. Additionally, our SOC2 report for Quickbase includes attestation of adherence to the following supplemental frameworks: The HIPAA Security Rule – for healthcare entities and those organizations serving the healthcare industry DFARS – for US Department of Defense customers CSA STAR Level 2 – for any customer seeking additional assurance as to the state of our cloud security posture And our SOC2 report for FastField includes attestation of adherence to the HIPAA Security Rule. Quickbase engaged a third-party firm to conduct an independent assessment to validate that Quickbase conforms to the controls and principles of the AICPA’s Trust Services Criteria. These assessments are performed annually. Since Quickbase’s recent acquisition of FastField, our SOC2 assessment now includes reports on both platforms: Quickbase and FastField. Both Quickbase and FastField have been evaluated under the SOC2 Type II framework. Unlike SOC2 Type I, which assesses the design of these controls at a single point in time, Type II examines their operational effectiveness. This ensures that Quickbase’s systems and practices consistently meet the stringent criteria set out for security, availability, and confidentiality. Please note that, in addition to our SOC2 reports, we also have SOC1 and SOC3 reports available. SOC1 provides assurance to customers leveraging Quickbase for processes that impact financial reporting. SOC3 is designed to meet the needs of those seeking assurance about the controls at Quickbase relevant to security, confidentiality and availability, but do not have the need for or the knowledge necessary to make effective use of a SOC2 report. How can I view the new SOC reports? If you're interested in viewing any of our latest SOC reports, please contact your account team. The shared responsibility model Quickbase is committed to maintaining best-in-class security; however, security and privacy are a shared responsibility. Quickbase provides a secure Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS), and further provides the tools, support and training resources to enable our customers to build and maintain secure apps. Customers also have responsibilities around the security of Quickbase apps and the data held within them. Customers must understand what data they intend to collect and store in their Quickbase apps, and ensure that legal, security and compliance requirements are addressed accordingly. Customers must ensure that security is addressed in the development, implementation and maintenance of Quickbase apps, including but not limited to ensuring that apps are shared with only those who are authorized to access them. This “Shared Responsibility Model” empowers Quickbase customers to maintain greater control of their data, which in return limits the actions Quickbase might be able to take on their behalf.Accelerate Your Success with Quickbase Certification
2 MIN READ Are you looking to grow your skills and stand out in your job? Quickbase Certification is a simple and powerful way to master app-building with no-code/low-code solutions. Whether you’re just getting started or want to level up, Quickbase Certification can help you unlock new opportunities. Let’s explore how this program works and why it’s right for you. What is Quickbase Certification? Quickbase Certification is designed to help you prove your skills in app building and automation. You can start with App Foundations, which covers the basics of building apps in Quickbase, and then move to more advanced topics like Pipelines for automation. These certifications are useful because they show employers that you can create apps that improve business processes. No matter your level of experience, Quickbase Certification can help you grow your expertise and make a real difference at work. 👉Explore Certification Paths Why Should You Get Certified? Quickbase certification is a great way to boost your career. Employers are always looking for people who can solve problems and build apps that make work easier. By getting certified, you can prove you have the skills to create scalable, efficient solutions. You might also get better job offers and higher pay as you gain this valuable knowledge. Whether you work in IT, project management, or app development, getting certified shows that you are ready to take on bigger projects. How Do I Get Certified? It’s easy to start! Just visit Quickbase University and sign up for the App Foundations certification. After learning the basics, you can challenge yourself with advanced certifications like Pipelines, where you’ll learn about automation and how to connect systems. The certification process focuses on hands-on learning, allowing you to grow your skills effectively.👉 Start Your Certification Journey What Happens After Certification? Certification is just the beginning. As a certified professional, you’ll unlock: Community Access: Join Office Hours with Sam Trachy to connect with experts, share tips, and learn from fellow Qrew members. Peer Resources: Qrew Discussionsprovides a space to ask questions and get answers directly from Quickbase experts. Networking Opportunities: Attend Qrew Meet-Ups—virtual or in-person—to expand your network and stay inspired. Showcase & Grow: Display your achievements with digital badges, and access exclusive resources to keep up with the latest Quickbase updates and features. Ready to take the lead in your career? Don’t wait to transform your skills with Quickbase Certification. Start today at Quickbase University and go from App Foundations to Pipelines—your next big career move is just a click away!
