The latest Airtable features: 4 game changers for Enterprise

App Library

App Library allows companies to create standard apps that perfectly match their internal processes, while leaving individual teams the freedom to modify these apps locally. These are “managed apps” that have a fixed core structure, with fixed data models, automations and interfaces, but are still flexible enough for adjustments by teams.

Key benefits:

• Manage and publish company-specific apps with fixed data schedules, automations, and interfaces.
• Teams can modify their own versions of apps while keeping the core structure “locked.”
• Make updates centrally, such as new fields or updated interfaces, that are automatically transferred to all apps.
• Use central reporting by means of data synchronization.
• Publish and manage app components, such as standardized fields, for reuse within the company.

App Library is now available to users with the Enterprise Scale plan

HyperDB

HyperDB puts an end to the biggest challenge for many Airtable users: the record limits. Where previously data sets were limited to a few hundred thousand records per table, HyperDB offers the ability to store hundreds of millions of records in a single table. This makes it possible for large companies to manage their entire data volumes and make them operational within Airtable without sacrificing performance or accessibility.

Key benefits:

• Manage massive datasets of hundreds of millions of records in a single table.
• Synchronize data from external platforms such as Snowflake or store it locally within Airtable.
• HyperDB makes it possible to use large amounts of valuable data for operational workflows without teams being dependent on overloaded data departments.

Please note: The subsets of data that are synchronized in apps can still contain up to 250,000 records per table.

HyperDB is currently in beta. Contact your Airtable Account Manager for more information and access.

Sandbox app

Sandbox app solves one of the biggest concerns for Airtable users: the fear of disrupting live processes when making changes. For companies with complex workflows that are used by many users every day, any small adjustment can be a risk. The App Sandbox offers the solution by creating a safe test environment where you can try out new features, schedules, and automations without impacting the productive environment.

Key benefits:

• Make changes in a separate, secure environment without affecting the live app.
• Test new schedules, automations, and interfaces extensively before they are implemented into the production environment.
• Minimize the risk of workflow disruptions and prevent downtime or errors during working hours.
• Increase the innovative strength within your team by experimenting safely, without fear of disrupting important business processes.

App Sandbox is now in beta for customers with the Business and Enterprise Scale plans. Fill this form in order to join the waiting list.

Organization Branding

With Organization Branding Airtable is taking an important step for companies that value brand consistency. For large companies, it is important that all internal tools and applications are not only functional, but also fit within the company's visual identity. Organization Branding makes it possible to implement your own corporate identity, such as logos and colors, in the Airtable environment. This ensures that Airtable apps really feel like your business applications, with a professional and recognisable look.

Key benefits:

• Integrate your company logo and corporate colors (including hex codes) directly into Airtable apps.
• Ensure a consistent brand experience by incorporating your visual identity into all internal tools.
• Increase your team's familiarity and engagement by using a personalized Airtable experience.
• Give your apps a professional look that seamlessly matches the rest of your business communication.

Organization Branding is now available to users with the Enterprise Scale plan

With these four new features, Airtable shows that it is ready for larger companies. Whether it's working with massive data sets, making changes securely, or incorporating your brand identity into your tools, Airtable now offers solutions that are both powerful and flexible.

As an Airtable Gold Partner, Optimeister is here to help you make the most of these new features. Do you want to know how these updates can improve your business processes? Contact us, we'd love to think along with you!