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Stop Doing Repetitive Tasks Manually.

As a Google Apps Script developer in Falkirk, I build bespoke Google Workspace automation solutions that connect your apps, save you hours every week, and eliminate costly human error.

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What is Google Apps Script?

Think of it as the secret engine inside your Google account. It’s a coding language, fully documented by Google, that lets me connect your Google apps (like Sheets, Docs, Gmail, and Calendar) and make them do custom tasks for you automatically.

Instead of you manually copying data from a form to a spreadsheet, then to an invoice, then to an email – I write a script that does it all for you with one click, or even while you sleep.

Your Digital Problem-Solver

  • It’s a hidden power you already own, not new software to buy.
  • It creates solutions perfectly tailored to your exact process.
  • It saves you countless hours and eliminates costly human errors.

Zapier vs. Custom Code: Which is Right for You?

Answer one question to find the best automation path for your business.

“My automation needs to…”

…connect two common apps with a simple, one-way trigger.

e.g., “When I get a new Typeform entry, add a row to a Google Sheet.”

…handle a complex, multi-step process unique to my business.

e.g., “When a form is submitted, create a folder, generate a doc from a template, and email the client.”

Recommendation: Start with a Tool Like Zapier

For simple, linear workflows between popular apps, user-friendly tools like Zapier or Make are a fantastic and cost-effective starting point. They are easy to set up and manage yourself.

If you hit a wall or your process becomes more complex, that’s the perfect time to explore a custom solution.

Recommendation: A Bespoke Google Apps Script

Your process has unique logic that off-the-shelf tools can’t handle efficiently. A custom script is the ideal solution. It’s more powerful, more flexible, and often more cost-effective in the long run as there are no monthly subscription fees.

From Repetitive Tasks to Automated Success

Automated Document Generation

Instantly create invoices, quotes, or reports from Google Sheet data.

Smart Email & Calendar Actions

Automatically create calendar events and send personalised follow-ups.

Data & Workflow Management

Sync data between spreadsheets and manage your entire client onboarding.

Custom Google Form Actions

Trigger complex workflows when a form is submitted.

Automated Reporting

Automatically pull data and email summary reports to your team.

Your Unique Challenge

If it involves Google Workspace, I can almost certainly build a script for it.

See a Process You Want to Automate?

Let’s chat about it. A quick, no-obligation call is the best way to find out how a custom script could transform your workflow.

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“The custom script Nicola built for our client intake has been revolutionary. It saves us hours of manual data entry every single week and has completely eliminated human error. It paid for itself within the first two months!”

– Satisfied Automation Client, Scotland

My Simple 3-Step Path to Your Perfect Automation

1

Process Deep Dive

We map out your current manual process to identify bottlenecks and time-drains.

2

Bespoke Script Development

I write, test, and refine a custom Google Apps Script to automate your workflow reliably.

3

Implementation & Handover

I install your new automation and provide clear instructions so you’re confident and in control.

Learn More & Build Your Confidence

I believe in empowering business owners. These articles will teach you more about the power of automation and how you can start leveraging it.

Your Automation Questions, Answered

AI is fantastic for creative and analytical tasks, but it’s not designed for the precise, reliable, rule-based work that makes a business run smoothly. A custom Apps Script is like building a bespoke engine for your business—it does exactly what you need, every single time, without fail. It offers a level of control, security, and integration that a generic AI tool can’t match.

While AI can generate code snippets, it doesn’t understand your unique business context, your security needs, GDPR, or how to handle errors gracefully. A developer’s job isn’t just writing code; it’s understanding your process, designing a robust solution, testing it thoroughly, and providing support. That’s the difference between a block of code from a tool like ChatGPT and a reliable business solution.

Zapier is excellent for simple, linear tasks. However, for complex workflows with multiple conditions or unique business logic, a bespoke script is far more powerful, flexible, and often more cost-effective in the long run as there are no ongoing subscription fees that scale with usage.

Absolutely. This is where the real power lies. I can integrate AI APIs (like OpenAI’s GPT for text generation or analysis) directly into a Google Apps Script. This combines the creative power of AI with the reliable, structured workflow of a custom automation—giving you the best of both worlds.

We can measure ROI in several ways: tracking the exact number of hours saved per week, calculating the reduction in costly human errors, and even measuring faster response times to clients. Reputable consultancies like McKinsey have published extensive reports on the productivity gains from automation, which we can use as a benchmark.

Every project is unique, but simple automations can start from as little as £250. It’s a one-time investment to solve a problem forever, with no monthly fees. I provide a clear, fixed-price quote after our free discovery call.

Extremely secure. All the code runs within your own Google account, inheriting Google’s world-class security protocols. Your data never leaves your Google Workspace environment, which is a significant advantage over many third-party tools.

A straightforward script can be built, tested, and delivered within a week. More complex, multi-step workflows might take 2-3 weeks. I’ll always give you a clear timeline in your proposal.

Every project comes with 30 days of complimentary support to address any bugs or minor adjustments. I also provide clear documentation and a handover session to ensure you’re confident using your new tool. For future enhancements, I’m always available for further development work.

I build my scripts to be as adaptable as possible. For larger process changes down the line, I’m always available for further development work at a standard hourly rate to ensure your automation evolves with your business.

Think of it this way: Automation is a loyal employee following a perfect checklist every time (e.g., “take this data, put it in that document, email it to this person”). AI is a creative consultant that can write a marketing slogan or summarise a long report. You need both, but for the repeatable, foundational tasks, the reliability of custom automation is essential.

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Ready to Eliminate a Repetitive Task Forever?

Let’s have a free, no-obligation chat about that one manual process that drives you crazy. We can explore if a custom automation is the right solution to give you back your time and sanity.

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