Streamline Your Workflows with Formstack at APU

Formstack is a powerful, web-based platform that empowers the APU community to create online forms, collect data, and automate workflows. Whether you're a faculty member gathering student information, a staff member managing event registrations, or a student organizing a club activity, Formstack offers a versatile solution to simplify data collection and streamline processes.  

What is Formstack?

Formstack is more than just a form builder. It's a comprehensive tool that allows you to:

• Create Online Forms: Design professional, user-friendly forms for any purpose, from simple surveys to complex applications.
• Collect Data: Securely gather information from students, faculty, staff, alumni, or anyone else.
• Automate Workflows: Set up automated actions based on form submissions, such as sending notifications, routing data to specific departments, or generating reports.  
• Integrate with Other Tools: Connect Formstack with other platforms you already use, like Google Workspace, Salesforce, or payment gateways, to create seamless data flow.  

What Can Formstack Do?

Formstack's capabilities are vast and can be tailored to meet the diverse needs of the APU community. Here are some examples:

• Faculty:
  • Create quizzes and surveys for student feedback.
  • Collect applications for research projects or teaching assistant positions.
  • Manage student sign-ups for office hours or advising appointments.
  • Gather data for research studies.
• Staff:
  • Manage event registrations and collect attendee information.  
  • Process applications for student services, scholarships, or financial aid.  
  • Create forms for internal requests, such as IT support or facility maintenance.
  • Collect feedback on university programs and initiatives.
• Students:
  • Organize club sign-ups and collect membership dues.
  • Create surveys for class projects or research.
  • Gather RSVPs for events or social gatherings.
  • Collect feedback from peers on group projects.

How Can Formstack Benefit the APU Community?

Formstack offers numerous advantages for APU users:

• Increased Efficiency: Automate repetitive tasks and reduce manual data entry, freeing up time for more strategic work.  
• Improved Data Accuracy: Minimize errors by using structured online forms and automated data validation.  
• Enhanced Communication: Automated notifications and workflows ensure timely communication and follow-up.
• Better Organization: Centralize data collection and streamline workflows for improved organization and accessibility.
• Professional Appearance: Create visually appealing forms that reflect the APU brand and enhance the user experience.
• Accessibility: Formstack offers features to improve accessibility for users with disabilities.  
• Integration: Seamlessly connect with other APU systems to eliminate data silos and streamline processes.

Getting Started with Formstack at APU

To request Formstack access for your department, please contact [email protected].