Integration Setup and Third-Party Connections
Connect Kumo with your existing tools and workflows to create a seamless HR ecosystem. This guide covers popular integrations and setup instructions for maximum productivity.
Available Integrations
Communication
Get notifications and manage HR tasks directly in your chat platform
Productivity
Sync calendars, contacts, and project management workflows
Accounting
Automatically sync payroll data with your accounting system
Development
Connect development workflows with performance tracking
Integration Setup Process
General Setup Steps
Access Integration Hub
Go to Settings → Integrations in your Kumo dashboard
Choose Your Integration
Browse available integrations and click "Connect" on your desired tool
Authenticate
Log in to your third-party service and authorize the connection
Configure Settings
Customize sync preferences, notification settings, and data mapping
Popular Integration Examples
Slack Integration
Receive HR notifications, approve requests, and manage team communications directly in Slack.
Features:
- • New hire announcements
- • Time-off request approvals
- • Performance review reminders
- • Birthday and anniversary notifications
Setup Time:
5 minutes
Required Permissions:
Slack workspace admin
Google Workspace Integration
Sync calendars, contacts, and automate user provisioning with your Google Workspace.
Features:
- • Calendar sync for interviews
- • Automatic user creation
- • Contact directory sync
- • Single sign-on (SSO)
Setup Time:
15 minutes
Required Permissions:
Google Workspace super admin
Common Setup Issues
Integration won't connect
Check that you have admin permissions in the third-party service and that pop-ups are enabled.
Data not syncing
Verify that the integration is active and check the sync settings for any filters or exclusions.
Notifications not working
Review notification preferences in both Kumo and the integrated service.
Integration Best Practices
Security
- Regularly review connected applications and their permissions
- Use service accounts for integrations when possible
- Monitor integration activity through audit logs
Performance
- Start with essential integrations and add more gradually
- Configure sync frequency based on your needs
- Test integrations in a staging environment first
Integrations Connected!
Your tools are now working together seamlessly. Continue setting up your workspace: