Client Onboarding Automation Reduced Turnaround to Under 24 Hours
Project Overview
A digital marketing agency struggled with slow, manual onboarding that often caused delays, miscommunication, and inconsistent client experience.
We implemented an n8n-powered automation system that unified onboarding, task routing, project kickoff, and reporting into a seamless, error-free workflow.
Performance at a Glance
24
hour client onboarding cycle
12–14
weekly hours saved
0
onboarding errors recorded
Client Goals
Client Goals
- Accelerate onboarding and eliminate multi-day delays entirely.
- Automate contract signing, forms, and intake processes end-to-end.
- Improve task assignment and internal coordination across teams.
- Ensure smooth, timely project kickoff for every client.
- Deliver automated weekly/monthly performance reports.
- Increase client satisfaction with consistent communication.
How We Helped
- Auto-send contract links immediately after deal closure.
- Trigger personalised onboarding forms with client-specific fields.
1. Automated Contract & Intake Workflow:
Result: Onboarding time reduced from 4 days to 24 hours.
- Auto-create project boards and folders for each new client.
- Notify internal teams with a consolidated onboarding summary.
2. Project Setup & Task Routing Automation:
Result: Zero confusion and improved team coordination.
- Automated welcome emails with next steps and timelines.
- Role-based introductions (AM, strategist, designer).
3. Client Communication & Welcome Journey:
Result: Clients received consistent and timely guidance.
- Auto-generated briefs sent to respective teams.
- Escalation alerts if onboarding steps remain incomplete.
4. Internal Workflow & Handoff Automation:
Result: Smooth handoffs and fewer operational delays.
- Weekly/monthly reports generated and sent automatically.
- Performance dashboards shared via secure links.
5. Reporting & Delivery Automation:
Result: Improved retention through proactive reporting.
- Automated data validation for forms and contract fields.
- Duplicate detection to avoid client misconfiguration.
6. Quality Control & Error Prevention Flows:
Result: Zero onboarding errors after automation rollout.
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4 days → 24 hours onboarding completion using fully automated flows.
12–14 hours saved weekly from contract, form, and intake automation.
100% accuracy in client setup through validation workflows.
Stronger retention driven by automated reporting and consistent communication.
Faster project kickoff, improving delivery timelines and client satisfaction.
Streamlined collaboration with structured task routing across all teams.
How We Gave Them a Competitive Edge
How We Gave Them a Competitive Edge
- Frictionless First Impressions: Clients experienced a smooth, fast, and fully guided onboarding journey.
- Perfectly Consistent Operations: Every onboarding followed the same gold-standard workflow.
- Proactive Delivery Experience: Automated reporting and updates improved perceived value and trust.
- Scalable Workflow Architecture: The agency can now onboard 5× more clients without extra staff.
- Clear Internal Visibility: Leadership gained transparency into tasks, timelines, and team performance.
Solution Walkthrough
Client Onboarding & Project Setup Automation:
Automatically captures client details, sends welcome communications, creates project records, and initiates delivery workflows seamlessly.
Contract, Payment & Confirmation Automation:
Automates contract delivery, signature tracking, payment confirmation, reminders, and instant client notifications end-to-end.
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