How to connect OpenAI Responses and Salesforce
Create a New Scenario to Connect OpenAI Responses and Salesforce
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 OpenAI Responses, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, OpenAI Responses or Salesforce will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find OpenAI Responses or Salesforce, and select the appropriate trigger to start the scenario.

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

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

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Authenticate Salesforce
Now, click the Salesforce node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Salesforce settings. Authentication allows you to use Salesforce through Latenode.
Configure the OpenAI Responses and Salesforce 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 OpenAI Responses and Salesforce 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 OpenAI Responses, Salesforce, 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 OpenAI Responses and Salesforce integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between OpenAI Responses and Salesforce (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect OpenAI Responses and Salesforce
OpenAI Responses + Salesforce + Slack: When a new response is received from OpenAI, summarize the customer feedback. Create a new lead in Salesforce with the summarized feedback. Send the summary to a designated Slack channel.
Salesforce + OpenAI Responses + Google Sheets: When a new lead is created in Salesforce, analyze the lead details using OpenAI to generate recommendations. Add a row to a Google Sheet, logging the lead details, OpenAI analysis, and recommendations.
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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 OpenAI Responses and Salesforce
How can I connect my OpenAI Responses account to Salesforce using Latenode?
To connect your OpenAI Responses account to Salesforce on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select OpenAI Responses and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your OpenAI Responses and Salesforce accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically update Salesforce leads with AI-generated content?
Yes, you can! Latenode lets you use no-code blocks and JavaScript to refine AI responses. Ensure lead data is always current and engaging with automatically tailored content.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating OpenAI Responses with Salesforce?
Integrating OpenAI Responses with Salesforce allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Generate personalized email responses based on Salesforce customer data.
- Automatically classify and summarize customer feedback within Salesforce.
- Create dynamic knowledge base articles using OpenAI and store them in Salesforce.
- Enrich lead data in Salesforce with AI-driven insights from OpenAI Responses.
- Trigger tailored follow-up tasks in Salesforce based on AI-analyzed customer sentiment.
Can I use custom prompts with OpenAI Responses within my Latenode workflows?
Yes! Latenode fully supports custom prompts. Tailor AI responses with precise instructions for superior Salesforce data handling and automation.
Are there any limitations to the OpenAI Responses and Salesforce integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Rate limits from both OpenAI Responses and Salesforce may affect high-volume workflows.
- Complex prompt engineering might require some JavaScript knowledge for optimal results.
- Real-time data synchronization depends on the API availability and response times of both services.