Airtable for Engineering
Less Admin More Productivity
What is Airtable, Who is using it, What do I need to know?
| What Airtable IS | What Airtable IS NOT |
●IS: A tracking and workflow tool that visualizes processes and automates repetitive tasks ●IS: A visual database with flexible views, filters, and relational linking between records ●IS: An automation engine that triggers emails, updates records, and sends notifications based on rules ●IS: A collaboration hub where teams can comment, attach files, and track changes in real-time | ●IS NOT: A replacement for Canvas/Blackboard or any learning management system functionality ●IS NOT: A financial system for budget tracking, purchasing, or payroll processing ●IS NOT: A place for student grades due to FERPA compliance requirements ●IS NOT: A CAD tool, simulation platform, or replacement for specialized engineering software |
Grad Coordinators can easily collect payroll data and worktags in one location, download bulk data into a csv and share with pre-award in real time
Research teams track grant applications from draft to submission, with automated deadline reminders and document version control
Lab managers can monitor equipment status, service schedules, and issue reports with QR code scanning and automatic technician notifications
Administrative staff manage faculty hiring pipelines with interview scheduling, candidate evaluations, and approval workflows in one system
Curriculum coordinators plan course resources, track textbook orders, and manage lab equipment allocation across semesters
Data Security- AirTable is SOC 2 Type II compliant with data encrypted at rest and in transit, with regular security audits
What does it cost? - Editor licenses cost $492 per year per Editor
Reach out to [email protected] and say, I want to start using Airtable! Engineering OPS team will get you setup and get you more productive!