How to connect Harvest and OpenAI Responses
Create a New Scenario to Connect Harvest and OpenAI Responses
In the workspace, click the โCreate New Scenarioโ button.

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

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


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Add the OpenAI Responses Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Harvest node, select OpenAI Responses from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within OpenAI Responses.


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Authenticate OpenAI Responses
Now, click the OpenAI Responses node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your OpenAI Responses settings. Authentication allows you to use OpenAI Responses through Latenode.
Configure the Harvest and OpenAI Responses 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 Harvest and OpenAI Responses 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 donโt 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 Harvest, OpenAI Responses, and any additional nodes, donโt 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 โRun onceโ and triggering an event to check if the Harvest and OpenAI Responses integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Harvest and OpenAI Responses (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Harvest and OpenAI Responses
Harvest + OpenAI Responses + Slack: When a new time entry is created in Harvest, its details are sent to OpenAI to generate a summary. This summary is then posted to a designated Slack channel for team review.
Harvest + OpenAI Responses + Google Sheets: When a new project is created in Harvest, the project description is sent to OpenAI for analysis. The insights from OpenAI are then logged, along with the project name, into a Google Sheet.
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About Harvest
Automate time tracking with Harvest in Latenode. Sync time entries to accounting, payroll, or project management. Create flows that auto-generate invoices or trigger alerts for budget overruns. Latenode provides the flexibility to connect Harvest data to other apps and add custom logic, avoiding manual updates and delays.
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About OpenAI Responses
Need AI-powered text generation? Use OpenAI Responses in Latenode to automate content creation, sentiment analysis, and data enrichment directly within your workflows. Streamline tasks like generating product descriptions or classifying customer feedback. Latenode lets you chain AI tasks with other services, adding logic and routing based on results โ all without code.
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FAQ Harvest and OpenAI Responses
How can I connect my Harvest account to OpenAI Responses using Latenode?
To connect your Harvest account to OpenAI Responses on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Harvest and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Harvest and OpenAI Responses accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically summarize Harvest time entries with AI?
Yes, you can. Latenode's AI blocks let you feed Harvest data into OpenAI Responses, generating summaries. This streamlines project reporting and provides insights faster.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Harvest with OpenAI Responses?
Integrating Harvest with OpenAI Responses allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Generate summaries of weekly Harvest time entries using AI.
- Automate client report creation with tailored AI narratives.
- Extract key project insights from time logs via AI analysis.
- Create personalized thank-you notes for clients based on billable hours.
- Analyze team productivity patterns and identify areas for improvement.
Can I filter specific Harvest projects within Latenode workflows?
Yes, Latenode offers advanced filtering options. You can precisely select specific projects to process in your workflows, ensuring accuracy.
Are there any limitations to the Harvest and OpenAI Responses integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Rate limits imposed by the Harvest API may affect high-volume workflows.
- Complex data transformations might require custom JavaScript code.
- AI processing times depend on the length of time entry descriptions.