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Monitor blood bank stock & send low level alerts with Google Sheets and WhatsApp

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Important notice

This workflow is provided as-is. Please review and test before using in production.

1. Workflow Overview

This n8n workflow monitors blood stock levels daily and sends alerts when availability is low. It fetches data from a Google Sheet, checks stock status, and notifies via WhatsApp. Key Features Dail...

Best for

  • Miscellaneous automation workflows
  • intermediate n8n builders looking for reusable templates

Tools used

n8n-nodes-base.code, n8n-nodes-base.whatsapp, n8n-nodes-base.googlesheets, n8n-nodes-base.cron, n8n-nodes-base.splitinbatches, n8n-nodes-base.stickynote

Source and attribution

This workflow is cataloged by N8N Workflows and links back to its original n8n.io source page by Oneclick AI Squad.

Original n8n.io source

1.1 Workflow description

Title
Monitor blood bank stock & send low level alerts with Google Sheets and WhatsApp
Workflow name
Monitor blood bank stock & send low level alerts with Google Sheets and WhatsApp

This n8n workflow monitors blood stock levels daily and sends alerts when availability is low. It fetches data from a Google Sheet, checks stock status, and notifies via WhatsApp.

Key Features

  • Daily Monitoring: Checks blood stock every day.
  • Automated Alerts: Sends notifications when stock is low.
  • Real-Time Updates: Uses live data from Google Sheets.
  • Efficient Delivery: Alerts sent instantly via WhatsApp.
  • Continuous Check: Loops to ensure ongoing monitoring.

Workflow Process

  1. Daily Check Blood Stock: Triggers the workflow daily.
  2. Fetch Blood Stock: Reads data from a Google Sheet.
  3. Get All Stock: Collects all available blood stock details.
  4. Check Stock Availability: Analyzes stock levels for low thresholds.
  5. Send Alert Message: Sends WhatsApp alerts if stock is low.

Sheet Columns

  • Blood Type: Type of blood (e.g., A+, O-).
  • Quantity: Current stock amount.
  • Threshold: Minimum acceptable stock level.
  • Last Updated: Date and time of last update.
  • Status: Current status (e.g., Low, Sufficient).

Setup Instructions

  • Import Workflow: Add the workflow to n8n via the import option.
  • Configure Sheet: Set up a Google Sheet with blood stock data.
  • Set Up WhatsApp: Configure WhatsApp API credentials in n8n.
  • Activate: Save and enable the workflow.
  • Test: Simulate low stock to verify alerts.

Requirements

  • n8n Instance: Hosted or cloud-based n8n setup.
  • Google Sheets: Access with stock data.
  • WhatsApp API: Integration for sending alerts.
  • Admin Access: For monitoring and updates.

Customization Options

  • Adjust Threshold: Change low stock limits.
  • Add Channels: Include email or SMS alerts.
  • Update Frequency: Modify daily trigger time.

1.2 Logical Blocks

This catalog entry is organized from the workflow JSON. The node-level section below shows the executable blocks available for review before importing the template.

2. Block-by-Block Analysis

Block 1 - Check Stock Availability

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.code - code
Config choices
Version 2

Block 2 - Send Alert Message

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.whatsApp - whatsApp
Config choices
Version 1

Block 3 - Fetch Blood Stock

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.googleSheets - googleSheets
Config choices
Version 2

Block 4 - Daily Check Blood Stock

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.cron - cron
Config choices
Version 1

Block 5 - Get All Stock

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.splitInBatches - splitInBatches
Config choices
Version 3

Block 6 - Sticky Note

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

3. Summary Table

Workflow Monitor blood bank stock & send low level alerts with Google Sheets and WhatsApp
Complexity intermediate
Nodes 6
Categories Miscellaneous
Author Oneclick AI Squad
Published 11 Aug 2025

4. Reproducing the Workflow from Scratch

  1. 1. Download the workflow JSON

    Use the JSON export at /data/workflows/7253/7253.json as the source template for this automation.

  2. 2. Import the template into n8n

    Open n8n, import the downloaded JSON, and review each node before activating the workflow.

  3. 3. Configure credentials and variables

    Replace placeholder credentials, API keys, webhook URLs, account IDs, and environment-specific values with your own settings.

  4. 4. Test with sample data

    Run the workflow manually or in a staging workspace, inspect node output, and confirm downstream systems receive the expected data.

  5. 5. Activate and monitor

    Enable the workflow only after testing, then monitor executions, errors, and rate limits during the first production runs.

5. General Notes & Resources

Review imported nodes carefully before activation. This catalog entry is intended to help you inspect the workflow structure, understand required services, and find related templates faster.

Node names, credentials, schedules, webhook paths, and external service limits may need adjustment for your workspace.

Frequently asked questions

What does Monitor blood bank stock & send low level alerts with Google Sheets and WhatsApp do?

This n8n workflow monitors blood stock levels daily and sends alerts when availability is low. It fetches data from a Google Sheet, checks stock status, and notifies via WhatsApp. Key Features Dail...

What do I need before importing this workflow?

Review the workflow JSON, configure any required credentials in n8n, and test the automation in a safe workspace before using it in production.

Can I customize this workflow?

Yes. Use the block-by-block analysis and the downloadable JSON to inspect each node, then adjust credentials, prompts, schedules, filters, or destinations for your Miscellaneous use case.