How to connect Businessmap and Creatomate
Create a New Scenario to Connect Businessmap and Creatomate
In the workspace, click the “Create New Scenario” button.

Add the First Step
Add the first node – a trigger that will initiate the scenario when it receives the required event. Triggers can be scheduled, called by a Businessmap, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, Businessmap or Creatomate will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Businessmap or Creatomate, and select the appropriate trigger to start the scenario.

Add the Businessmap Node
Select the Businessmap node from the app selection panel on the right.


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Configure the Businessmap
Click on the Businessmap node to configure it. You can modify the Businessmap URL and choose between DEV and PROD versions. You can also copy it for use in further automations.
Add the Creatomate Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Businessmap node, select Creatomate from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Creatomate.


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Authenticate Creatomate
Now, click the Creatomate node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Creatomate settings. Authentication allows you to use Creatomate through Latenode.
Configure the Businessmap and Creatomate Nodes
Next, configure the nodes by filling in the required parameters according to your logic. Fields marked with a red asterisk (*) are mandatory.
Set Up the Businessmap and Creatomate Integration
Use various Latenode nodes to transform data and enhance your integration:
- Branching: Create multiple branches within the scenario to handle complex logic.
- Merging: Combine different node branches into one, passing data through it.
- Plug n Play Nodes: Use nodes that don’t require account credentials.
- Ask AI: Use the GPT-powered option to add AI capabilities to any node.
- Wait: Set waiting times, either for intervals or until specific dates.
- Sub-scenarios (Nodules): Create sub-scenarios that are encapsulated in a single node.
- Iteration: Process arrays of data when needed.
- Code: Write custom code or ask our AI assistant to do it for you.

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Save and Activate the Scenario
After configuring Businessmap, Creatomate, and any additional nodes, don’t forget to save the scenario and click "Deploy." Activating the scenario ensures it will run automatically whenever the trigger node receives input or a condition is met. By default, all newly created scenarios are deactivated.
Test the Scenario
Run the scenario by clicking “Run once” and triggering an event to check if the Businessmap and Creatomate integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Businessmap and Creatomate (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Businessmap and Creatomate
Businessmap + Creatomate + Slack: When a card's status changes in Businessmap, a progress video is generated in Creatomate using the card details. A message with a link to the video is then posted to a Slack channel.
Businessmap + Creatomate + Google Sheets: When a video is generated in Creatomate from a Businessmap project milestone (tracked as a Card), the Google Sheet tracking project updates is updated with the video render details (video URL, render time).
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About Businessmap
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Automate video creation with Creatomate in Latenode. Generate personalized videos from data: product demos, social media content, or reports. Connect Creatomate to any data source and automate complex workflows with Latenode's visual editor, JavaScript support, and flexible API. Scale video production without manual effort.
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FAQ Businessmap and Creatomate
How can I connect my Businessmap account to Creatomate using Latenode?
To connect your Businessmap account to Creatomate on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Businessmap and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Businessmap and Creatomate accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically create videos based on Businessmap card updates?
Yes, using Latenode! Trigger Creatomate video creation whenever a Businessmap card changes status. Automate personalized video updates effortlessly, saving time and improving communication.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Businessmap with Creatomate?
Integrating Businessmap with Creatomate allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Generate promotional videos when new projects are created in Businessmap.
- Create video summaries of completed tasks for reporting purposes.
- Automatically update video project timelines based on Businessmap card movements.
- Send personalized video updates to clients when project stages are updated.
- Produce onboarding videos for new team members added to a Businessmap board.
What Businessmap triggers are available within Latenode workflows?
Latenode supports triggers for new cards, card updates, and card archiving. Leverage these to initiate automated video creation in Creatomate.
Are there any limitations to the Businessmap and Creatomate integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Complex Businessmap custom fields may require JavaScript parsing for Creatomate.
- Video rendering time in Creatomate depends on the complexity of the video template.
- Real-time video updates based on every Businessmap change may strain resources.