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Zrafted designs, builds and maintains n8n workflows that move data between your CRM, ecommerce store, email, spreadsheets, voice and AI tools, with error handling, logging and documentation so the automation stays dependable.
n8n is a workflow automation platform that connects apps and services so data moves between them automatically. n8n workflow automation means designing those flows, such as “when a form is submitted, score the lead, create the CRM record and alert sales”, and running them reliably.
n8n can be self-hosted or run in the cloud, supports custom code and AI steps, and connects to hundreds of services through built-in nodes and HTTP/API calls. Zrafted builds the flows, adds error handling and monitoring, and documents them so your team can rely on them.
These are patterns we build most often. Each is adapted to your tools and rules.
New leads from forms, ads or calls reach the right owner with context, within minutes.
Orders, stock and fulfilment updates flow between Shopify and the systems behind it.
Trigger the right message at the right time based on what happened in your systems.
Generate, file and share reports and records without anyone rebuilding them by hand.
Add classification, summarization and drafting steps to a flow, with a person approving what matters.
Keep customer, product and job data consistent across tools that do not talk to each other.
We document first, automate second, and monitor after launch.
We document each step, owner, tool and exception, and decide what should and should not be automated.
Triggers, data mapping, branching, retries and approval points are agreed before building.
We connect your apps through nodes and API calls, with credentials stored securely.
We run normal, empty and broken inputs so failures are handled, not hidden.
Run logs and failure alerts show what happened and who needs to act.
You receive a plain-language description of every workflow, its owner and how to change it.
Retries, timeouts, duplicate checks and failure alerts are built in, so one bad record does not silently break a process.
Built-in nodes plus HTTP calls for anything else.
Classify, summarize and draft with oversight.
Keys stored in n8n, not in the flow.
Every workflow explained for your team.
We can set up and maintain n8n on your infrastructure or use n8n Cloud, depending on your data and budget requirements.
Approval steps in Slack, email or Teams for actions that should never run unreviewed.
Platform names identify ecosystems our team works with. They do not imply endorsement or certification.
| Factor | n8n | Zapier | Custom code |
|---|---|---|---|
| Setup speed | Fast for most flows | Fastest for simple flows | Slowest |
| Complex logic and code steps | Strong, supports code nodes | Possible but limited | Unlimited |
| Hosting options | Self-hosted or cloud | Cloud only | You host |
| Pricing model | Based on executions or self-hosting | Based on tasks | Development and hosting cost |
| Best for | Multi-step, data-heavy automation | Simple app-to-app links | Unique or high-scale systems |
General comparison. Plans and pricing change, so check current vendor terms before deciding.
We request least-privilege access, store credentials in the platform’s secure store and remove access when work ends.
Workflows move only the data a process needs. Handling is described in our Privacy Policy.
Actions with financial, legal or customer impact can require a person’s approval. See our Responsible AI Use policy for AI steps.
Deliverables, support and ownership are set out in our Terms & Conditions.
n8n connects apps and automates multi-step processes, such as routing leads, syncing orders, sending follow-ups and generating reports, with optional code and AI steps.
n8n suits complex, data-heavy or code-assisted workflows and can be self-hosted. Zapier is quicker for simple app-to-app links. We recommend whichever fits your process and budget.
Yes. n8n has nodes for Shopify and HubSpot, and any tool with an API, including Zoho CRM, can be connected with API calls.
Self-hosting gives more control over data and can reduce cost at volume, but needs maintenance. n8n Cloud is simpler to run. We help you choose and can manage either.
We build retries and failure alerts so the right person is notified with context, and run logs show exactly what happened.
Yes. We add classification, summarization and drafting steps, with approval steps where a person should review the outcome.
It depends on the number of workflows, integrations and hosting choice. We scope a first workflow, then confirm pricing before building.
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