How to Install the Standupify Google Chat Bot

Standupify is a Google Chat bot that streamlines daily standups and team management through its Jira integration and asynchronous communication features. Installing the bot is the foundational step to leverage its powerful team coordination and productivity tools. By following this guide, you can quickly add Standupify to your Google Chat environment, immediately unlocking capabilities for asynchronous standups, seamless Jira integration, automated team summaries, and other robust team management features. This efficient installation process removes setup barriers, enabling teams to adopt a more productive, organized, and time-saving workflow without delay.

Installation Process

To begin using Standupify, follow these steps to install the Google Chat bot:

1. Open Google Chat

   Access your Google Chat application or the Google Chat web interface.

2. Initiate a New Chat

   On the left-hand sidebar of the Google Chat interface, locate and click the "New chat" button.

   

3. Find Applications

   A dropdown menu will appear. From this menu, select "Find apps". This action will navigate you to the Google Workspace Marketplace within Google Chat.

4. Search for Standupify

   In the Google Workspace Marketplace, use the search bar at the top to type "standupify". Press Enter or click the search icon to view results.

   

5. Select the Standupify Bot

   From the search results, identify the official "Standupify" bot. It is typically listed with its full name, "Standupify", and a description like "Daily Standup Bot for Google Chat with Jira integration". You may also see its developer, "Projectil".

6. Complete Installation

   Click on the Standupify app card. If it's not already installed (as shown in the screenshot, where it is already installed), you would typically see an "Install" button. Click this button to add the bot to your Google Chat environment.

Once installed, Standupify integrates directly with task trackers like Jira, enabling interactive, Jira-integrated standups where users select tasks from a personalized list. The bot then generates automated team summaries for shared Google Chat Spaces, facilitating more efficient sync meetings focused on coordination rather than routine updates. Beyond standups, Standupify also offers integrated leave management and asynchronous retrospectives, all accessible through simple commands directly within Google Chat. This installation sets the stage for a significant psychological productivity boost by encouraging focused task completion and clearer daily progress.

Frequently asked questions

How do I install Standupify in Google Chat?

To install Standupify, open your Google Chat, click 'New chat,' then select 'Find apps.' Search for 'Standupify' in the Google Workspace Marketplace and click 'Install' on the official bot card.

Where can I find the Standupify app within Google Chat?

You can find the Standupify app by navigating to the Google Workspace Marketplace directly from Google Chat. Simply click 'New chat' in the left sidebar, then choose 'Find apps' from the dropdown menu.

What are the initial steps to add a bot to Google Chat?

The initial steps to add any bot, including Standupify, to Google Chat involve opening the Google Chat application, clicking the 'New chat' button, and then selecting 'Find apps' to browse the Google Workspace Marketplace.

How do I get started with Standupify's features?

Once Standupify is installed, you can start interacting with it directly in any Google Chat space or direct message. The bot will guide you through setting up daily check-ins, integrating with Jira, and configuring your team's standup workflows.