Save Time and Money by Automating Workflows with Microsoft Power Automate
Running a business means juggling a lot of moving parts. From chasing approvals to entering the same data into multiple systems, small and mid-sized businesses, nonprofits, and manufacturers often lose hours each week to repetitive, manual tasks.
Here at 612 Network, we believe your technology should work for you — not against you. That’s why Microsoft Power Automate is one of our favorite tools for helping teams save time, cut costs, and focus on what really matters: growth.
What Is Microsoft Power Automate?
Power Automate is Microsoft’s workflow automation platform. It lets you replace time-consuming manual tasks with automated “flows” — without needing a degree in coding.
With its simple drag-and-drop interface, Power Automate works across desktop, mobile, Teams, and the browser. Even better? It connects to over 300 popular apps like SharePoint, Outlook, Google Drive, and Salesforce, making it easy to integrate with the tools you already use.
Why It’s a Game-Changer for SMBs
For small businesses and nonprofits, every hour counts. Power Automate helps by:
Eliminating repetitive work → free your team from manual data entry, reminders, and follow-ups.
Improving accuracy → automation reduces human errors that cost time and money.
Scaling without extra headcount → grow operations without hiring additional staff.
Integrating tools you already own → maximize the value of your Microsoft 365 investment.
Think of it as a digital assistant that never takes a coffee break.
Real-World Ways to Use Power Automate
Here’s how organizations like yours can use automation today:
Customer Onboarding
Send welcome emails, create tasks for your team, and update your CRM — all automatically.
Sales Lead Management
Assign leads, trigger follow-ups, and track activity without manual intervention.
Expense Reports
Collect receipts, summarize totals, and route them for approval instantly.
New Hire Setup
Create accounts, share documents, and schedule orientation meetings the moment HR adds an employee.
Project Management
Kick off projects with automated task lists, assign owners, and track progress seamlessly.
Key Features That Make It Work
Pre-built templates for common workflows (approvals, alerts, reminders, file transfers).
Hundreds of connectors for apps your business already uses.
Triggers and actions so workflows start automatically (e.g., new email received → save attachment → notify team).
Cross-platform access on desktop, mobile, browser, and Microsoft Teams.
Boosting Project Management with Power Automate
If you manage projects, automation can save hours each week. Examples include:
Automated approvals for budgets and documents.
Centralized document management with version tracking.
Real-time reporting with Power BI dashboards.
Instant team communication in Microsoft Teams when deadlines or statuses change.
Smarter task organization with reminders and priority workflows.
Security Built In
Because it’s built on Microsoft’s cloud infrastructure, Power Automate includes robust security and integrates with Azure Active Directory. You can:
Restrict access to sensitive workflows.
Audit flows for compliance.
Connect to older systems securely without exposing vulnerabilities.
Work Smarter, Not Harder
Automation isn’t about replacing people — it’s about giving your team time back to focus on innovation, customer service, and growth.
📍 At 612 Network, we help SMBs, nonprofits, and manufacturers in Minnesota and nationwide use Microsoft Power Automate to simplify workflows, cut costs, and unlock productivity.
👉 Want to see how automation could transform your business? Contact us today to get started.