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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 call fit 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 HerschSr. Director of Product Management

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 our events page to fill your calendar with events you don't  want to miss.  

Empower 2025 Call For Speakers is Live!  Last call to get your applications in, deadline for Call for Speakers is Friday, January 10th! 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 a

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

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 Pr

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

As November arrives and the holiday season is now upon us, it’s the perfect time to focus on growth and connection. We’re excited to offer a lineup of fall events that will help you enhance your skills and connect with our vibrant community.Here’s Ben highlighting what we’ve got in store for November. We hope to see you out and about in The Qrew enjoying the camaraderie of our Quickbase community. I’ll be at all our meet ups and hope you’ll join us! Let’s make this month memorable together—see you at the events! 🍁Register for Qrew Meet Ups here!Register for Quickbase Training here!

Hey Everyone!  October Release Notes are live!  Check out the details on our New Solution APIs, see some of the enhancements we have made to Audit Logs, Improved Search in Pipelines Steps, and integrating Smart Builder into the Quickbase Exchange! Doc Creation Generally Available on Oct 31st!  For those who haven't had a chance to check out our new native Doc Generation feature yet, check out the Doc Creation overview! Bug Fixes Don't forget to check out the "What's Fixed in Quickbase" section to see the 43 different bug fixes that were released with the October release. Our product team is always hard at work moving these fixes into the product, and it shows with this release!  Subscribe to Release Notes Make sure to Subscribe to Release Notes so you don't miss them when they come out! Click the Subscribe button and you'll receive a notification when next month's Release Notes become available, this is the best way to stay up to speed on all that's new in Quickbase

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 opportun

NOTE: New Nav was originally planned to be Generally Available on October 1st. Due to platform performance challenges caught by our engineering team, and in order to provide our customers with the best possible experience, Quickbase decided to delay the GA and address the identified issues from October 1. With those issues now resolved, the New Nav GA was rolled out on October 2nd. We appreciate The Qrew's patience on this rollout! Back in May, we introduced Quickbase’s sidebar navigation – a more user-friendly experience that allowed you to see (and do!) more of your work at once. Thanks to feedback from all of you, we were able to make some additional improvements in the last few months that continued to elevate how you interact with Quickbase. These include visual updates to more areas of the platform like the help and user menus, bug fixes, as well as some additional fit and finish flourishes. Want a refresher as to what’s changed? Take a few minutes to watch this video and meet ne

What's up Qrew! Ben here. I'm trying something new and want to see how this feels. Our product team is hard at work flipping some of the amazing ideas we're getting from The Qrew into our product, and this monthly blog will be a way to highlight this effort. Here's a rolling list of every Product Feedback idea with a Status change to "Released" in the month of September. Our release notes are a great way to stay up to speed on everything that's new in our product, but this blog will be a continuous look at specifically YOUR product feedback ideas that have been baked into Quickbase. Thank you to those in The Qrew who continue to make us better through this feedback.  To access any of the below links, please log into the Product Feedback portal first (My Apps Page > Give Feedback button on left side of screen).    Pipelines Ideas: Automations & Pipelines - allow ownership to be assigned to a Group #123997 Share Pipelines #145248 Pipelines Viewing and Editing #2147

CSM extraordinaire EstherLaVielle shares above on the many trainings, webinars, and Meet Ups The Qrew will have in October, highlighted by our very first EmpowerPro on October 15th! Register here! Hello October! As the crisp fall air sets in, Quickbase is brewing up a season of exciting events and opportunities to keep you inspired and connected.   Check out the events we’ve got planned below.  October 15th-18th The First Ever Quickbase EmpowerPro!  This October, we’re thrilled to launch EmpowerPro, an exciting opportunity to elevate your Quickbase skills. Imagine it as a treasure map leading you to invaluable insights. We’ll kick off with a keynote that offers a sneak peek at our latest product features and a glimpse into our 2025 roadmap—like opening a door to the future!   Then you’ll be able to join live sessions with our product team for interactive demos and get practical training from experts on pipelines, data analysis, and more!  

In our recent research study, The Gray Work Index: Our Productivity Gap in 2024, we found that over half of respondents (54%) say it is harder to be productive today than a year ago. Further, we found that 58% of respondents spend less than 20 hours per week on meaningful work that drives results.  When it comes to manufacturing, you don’t have time to be bogged down by gray work or disconnected processes, like updating multiple spreadsheets or managing outdated paper processes. The need for seamless coordination across the shop floor, coupled with increased market demand and staffing shortages, requires that manufacturing businesses remain agile, efficient, and ready for the future – and you need solutions that support that.  We’re focused on designing workforce management solutions that cater to your complex production operations and challenges. With ready-made Quickbase Pro Apps for manufacturing, you can connect your team, processes, and machinery for a comprehensive, uni

Across the country, states and cities are facing a wide range of crises and emergencies, like natural disasters, housing shortages, and migrant influxes, to name a few.  Earlier this year, Vice President Kamala Harris announced $5.5 billion in funding to boost affordable housing, invest in economic growth, build wealth, and address homelessness in communities throughout America (1). In FY 2023, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), through FEMA, provided $355.1 million in funding to assist state, local, tribal, and territorial governments in developing their emergency management capabilities and for all-hazards preparedness activities. (2)  Crises require a quick response, and the logistics of applying for and managing grants to address them can be challenging. Emergency response grants require substantial resources and coordination and can also tax the outdated systems state and local governments often use to obtain the funding they need.  Effectively managing

What’s up Qrew?! Ben here. And I’ve got a major announcement I want to share with you all. Our first ever EmpowerPro event series will be on October 15th-18th! If you have plans for that week, cancel them. Attend this instead. The entire series will be virtual, allowing you the ease to sign in from home or the office. This is going to be four days filled with Product Announcements, Live Demos with real time Q&A with Product Managers, Hands-on Training from beginner to advanced levels, and my personal fave, Qrew Meet Ups! Register here, where you also will find a detailed agenda spelling out all the content you’ll be devouring in mid-October. The easiest decision you will make today is to register for EmpowerPro, and then make sure to block that calendar, plant that “do not disturb” flag into the ground now, and start counting down the days to this Quickbase awesomeness. See you out there. Drop any questions about EmpowerPro below!

  Hello September! As summer winds down, Quickbase is gearing up for an action-packed fall with events designed to keep you engaged and informed.  Don’t miss out on our Office Hours sessions running all month long. Whether you have pressing questions, need feedback, or want to share your ideas, we're here for you!  Quickbase Office Hours: Monday to Friday at 1 PM EST  FastField Office Hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 2 PM EST  September Events  September 2024 Events Blog  Title: Join us For Our September Events at Quickbase  Hello September! As summer winds down, Quickbase is gearing up for an action-packed fall with events designed to keep you engaged and informed.  Don’t miss out on our Office Hours sessions running all month long. Whether you have pressing questions, need feedback, or want to share your ideas, we're here for you!  Quickbase Office Hours: Monday to Friday at 1 PM EST  FastField Office Hours: Monday

Quickbase has a long history bridging the gap between the field and office, across many industries. For instance, we keep construction projects on time. We manage on-site installations. We track health and safety issues to ensure compliance. In 2023, we added FastField to the Quickbase family to transform your mobile workforce. FastField is a powerful mobile forms solution that adds capabilities like signature capture, as well as image capture with annotation, to streamline your entire field workflow.   Two products, bringing larger solutions together.    In a recent study, we found that 58% of people spend less than 20 hours per week on meaningful work that drives results for key projects. The rest of that time is spent searching for data, often buried in spreadsheets or piles of paper. We have a term for this wasteful problem: Gray Work. Quickbase and FastField are two products designed to work together to crush Gray Work.  Try it out   Haven’t seen FastField in a

In operations-heavy industries, you need to be able to reach your teams at any time, from anywhere. Not just for efficiency, but for overall safety and collaboration. In today’s always-on economy, workers out in the field have to be set up to receive information and updates in real time from the back office and vice versa. Otherwise, you’re going to be dealing with costly delays, constant miscommunication, and avoidable worksite injuries. Unfortunately, too many vertical-driven businesses aren’t equipped to deal with the modern, dynamic speed of work, and as a result, can’t keep up with demand.  In 2023, Quickbase teamed up with FastField to address this challenge head-on. We formed a powerful partnership that bridges the gap between the field and the office like never before using advanced, but extremely easy-to-use, mobile compatibilities. Whether you’re in construction, manufacturing, utilities, or any industry where on-site data capture is crucial, FastField provides a versati

August Release Notes are now available and can be found here! Here are Ben's Top 3 Things You Should be Excited About... Service Accounts Open Beta - Governance over Pipelines is about to get a whole lot simpler. Check out details in the release notes on how we'll be rolling out this open beta through end of August. Secure Links - Concerned about using EOTI? We're making Secure Links to add extra security to those users who need to do something quick in an app like fill out a time card and don't need a full license. Audit Logs - Lots of feedback on Audit Logs needing some love. We listened, check out the newest additions coming including a way to see action details from a service account.  There's lots of other good stuff in the notes, including over 20 bug fixes as our Product teams have been hard at work. Qrew Meet Ups are a great place to bring up questions about any of the new features being announced. Check out our events schedule for the next meet up!  Or you can drop

There’s no denying that many industries and companies are facing a labor shortage.   Currently, over 25% of workers in manufacturing are aged 55+, meaning many of these folks will be looking to retire in the coming years -- and these experienced aging workers take with them a wealth of tacit industry knowledge that further widens the skills gap. As retirements occur and manufacturing capacity expands, some estimate that manufacturing could need 3.8 million new employees by 2033, but only half of these jobs will be filled (1), ultimately contributing to a growing labor shortage.  In construction, over 21% of workers are aged 55+. Due to the physically demanding nature of the job, workers tend to retire at a relatively young age, resulting in a smaller group of older employees. It can also be difficult to recruit young employees into certain sectors of construction that require training and apprenticeships (1).  In 2025, it’s expected that the construction industry wi

Hola August! As the dog days of summer continue to bring the heat, Quickbase is hosting some cool events to beat the August swelter.  Our Office Hours programs will continue to run throughout August– join to ask your burning questions, get feedback, or share ideas! Quickbase Office Hours will take place Mondays-Fridays at 1pm EST FastField Office Hours will take place Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 2pm EST August Events August 5th-6th Galactic AppVenturesTrainingLaunch your app-building skills to infinity and beyond with our Quickbase Fundamentals course! Join our crew of cadets as we navigate the universe of app creation. If you can’t make the live training, the Galactic AppVentures course is now available on-demand! Click here to get started. August 6thRealm Admin Customer NetworkCustomer NetworkGeorgi Peev and Anton Kharboush from the Quickbase product team will introduce a new “Governance Control Center” concept to the audience. Come check it out and share you