Review Basecamp inbox forwards automatically
Turn forwarded emails into clear decisions and follow-up prompts.
Trigger
Webhook received
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
Action
Get Inbox Forwards
Tool to retrieve a paginated list of active email forwards from a project's inbox. Use when you need to fetch forwarded emails in a Basecamp inbox.
Why this helps
Forwarded requests sit unread because they arrive outside the team's normal workflow.
- Reduce inbox backlog
- Surface action items
- Improve response speed
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect Basecamp in Notis once.
- 2Create an automation describing how forwarded emails should be summarized.
- 3Choose a Notis webhook as the trigger.
- 4Select a report channel for the review.
- 5Send one test webhook for a real forwarded email.
Questions about this workflow
Can Notis separate informational emails from requests?
Yes. Define the signals for action-required messages.
Can the output include suggested replies?
Yes, ask for a concise reply draft in the report.
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Supported Triggers and Actions
Notis builds workflows that link Timelinesai to Basecamp. A trigger fires from one place; an action lands in another.
Timelinesai triggers
Basecamp actions
Recurring trigger
Notis starts this workflow on a schedule, such as daily, weekly, or during business hours.
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Connect any two apps with Notis in the middle.
Timelinesai and Basecamp, or any other combination from 1,000+ integrations.
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