Start a separate working version of a project brief
Create a distinct copy when a new project phase or workstream needs its own draft while the original remains available.
Trigger
Webhook received
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
Action
Copy file
Duplicates an existing file in google drive, identified by its `file id`.
Why this helps
Teams may need a separate draft for new work but risk editing the original reference brief by mistake.
- Give a new workstream its own editable starting point.
- Keep the original brief intact for reference.
- Reduce time spent recreating a document structure.
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect Basecamp and Google Drive once in the Notis portal.
- 2Create an automation from Automations, then New Automation.
- 3Tell Notis to copy the specified existing Drive brief when a new workstream request is submitted and give the copy a clear requested name.
- 4Choose the webhook trigger and select a run report destination.
- 5Test with one existing brief and a separate workstream request.
Questions about this workflow
Does the copied file include updated project details?
This action duplicates an existing file. Submit a brief that already contains the right starting content, then review the copy.
What should the request identify?
Include the existing file identifier and the intended name for the working copy.
When this happens · Trigger
Do this · Action
Supported Triggers and Actions
Notis builds workflows that link Basecamp to Google Drive. A trigger fires from one place; an action lands in another.
Basecamp triggers
Google Drive actions
Recurring trigger
Notis starts this workflow on a schedule, such as daily, weekly, or during business hours.
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Webhook trigger
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
Copy file
Duplicates an existing file in google drive, identified by its `file id`.
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When this happens · Trigger
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