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Why do users prefer Motion.io?
40+
hours saved
per week with reusable workflows and templates.
83%
faster onboarding
with automated contract, forms, and file collection.
2x
new client capacity
by streamlining onboarding, updates, and communication.
72%
fewer follow-ups
with automated client reminders and real-time project tracking.
Trusted by Customer and Operation Leaders at top B2B companies
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“Before Motion.io, we would spend over four hours per client tracking down onboarding information. Now, that entire process takes just 15 minutes—freeing up our team to focus on delivering value instead of chasing clients.”
Service Provider Pro customers are switching to Motion.io — here’s why
Built for orders, not onboarding
SPP’s platform revolves around client service “orders,” which doesn’t work for customer onboarding or multi-step project delivery. Users report that this structure makes it difficult to create repeatable onboarding flows or manage full project lifecycles beyond a single request.
Account required for clients
SPP forces clients to log in to an account each time they access their portal. Before they can even create an account, clients must submit an order or be manually invited — creating friction at every touchpoint and slowing task completion plus overall project visibility.
Can't replace email or Slack
SPP doesn’t offer true live chat inside portals. Communication is restricted to order-based comment threads, fragmenting conversations across tickets and pushing clients back to email, Slack, or other channels — slowing collaboration and creating unnecessary back-and-forth.
No custom app embeds
SPP doesn’t support embedding the tools you already use into client portals without custom development. Clients can’t access calendars, resources, or third-party apps in one place — pushing them across multiple systems and creating a fragmented, confusing experience.
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Onboard faster and deliver a better client experience with Motion.io
Automated onboarding playbooks
Ditch scattered spreadsheets, endless follow-ups, and manual checklists. Motion.io gives you repeatable onboarding playbooks that automate file collection, forms, and contract signing — helping you onboard clients smoothly, track everything in one place, and move projects into delivery faster.
Loginless, branded portals
Wow clients from day one with fully white-labeled portals they access through secure magic links — no passwords, no accounts, no friction. Clients can complete tasks, approve files, track progress, and collaborate with your team seamlessly in one beautifully branded space.
Centralized communication
Grow without extra hires. Motion.io’s unified Message Center pulls live chat, comments, approvals, and email replies into one streamlined inbox. Your team keeps full project context, and conversations convert directly into tasks so nothing falls through the cracks.
Connect the tools you already use
Embed calendars, reports, or any other apps or sites clients need — no custom development required. If it has an iFrame or a shareable link, it can live inside your portal, giving clients a clean, seamless, all-in-one project hub.
4 areas where Motion.io dominates Service Provider Pro
Onboard clients faster and launch projects sooner
Eliminate onboarding chaos and accelerate delivery: Intake forms, implementation files, and contracts all live in one organized place. Motion.io keeps clients on track with automated reminders, status updates, and deadline visibility — helping you streamline onboarding and move projects into delivery faster.
Not built for repeatable onboarding. SPP is designed for taking orders, not guiding clients through onboarding. Its one-off “order” model makes it hard to run step-by-step onboarding, track multi-stage progress, or keep clients aligned from kickoff to launch.
Collaborate and communicate in a single centralized platform
Everything your team and clients need — all in one hub: Project timelines, health reporting, tasks, and communication all flow into a centralized workspace. Your team stays aligned and collaborates privately, while clients stay informed through fully white-labeled, loginless portals.
Fragmented collaboration tools. SPP is built around order notes and service requests, not true project collaboration. There’s no way to view full projects, monitor project health, or keep communication organized as you scale.
Automate busywork and deliver a personalized experience at scale
Automate workflows without losing the personal touch: Build workflows that adapt to each client automatically. Pull CRM or form data into onboarding, then auto-fill tasks, fields, and project stages as the engagement evolves — giving every client a tailored experience without juggling dozens of templates.
No way to automate full project workflows. SPP lacks automation for multi-stage projects, making it difficult to personalize experiences or streamline delivery beyond basic order fulfillment or customer support tickets.
Show progress in real time — and highlight the value of your work
Give clients visibility and your team clarity: Motion.io provides a real-time progress tracker showing what’s done, what’s next, and what’s overdue — with automatic follow-ups for incomplete tasks. Your team gets a central dashboard to monitor dependencies, assign work, and spot blockers instantly.
No built-in project progress tracking. SPP lets you track requests, but it doesn’t show clients where they are in a project, what’s completed, or what’s upcoming. Teams lack visibility into timelines, and clients are left guessing what happens next.
"Motion.io has helped us automate our onboarding process, simplify our deal-closing process, and keep our client projects more organized. My team also loves Motion.io, as it allows them to do more in fewer hours by eliminating client follow-ups and tedious project management tasks."
Service Provider Pro vs. Motion.io
Teams move from SPP to Motion.io to streamline onboarding, centralize communication, and deliver a seamless client experience at scale.
Client Experience
Unlimited Client Portals
YES
Yes
Loginless Client Portal Access
NO
SPP client portals rely on login-based access, creating extra friction.
Yes
Clients access portals via secure, password-free magic links.
White-labeling & Custom Domains
YES
Yes
Project Progress Tracker for Clients
NO
Tracking ties to billing and orders, not true project visibility.
Yes
Clients see a real-time progress tracker in their portals for each project
Custom App & Website Embeds
NO
Requires custom development; no native embed support.
Yes
Embed tools, widgets, or URLs directly in portal tabs.
Live Chat in Portals
NO
No real-time chat means slow and scattered communication.
Yes
Clients can message, attach files, and collaborate through built-in live chat.
Admin & Back-office Tools
Digital Contract Signing
NO
Contracts require external tools, SPP doesn’t offer built-in e-signatures.
Yes
Convert files into legally binding e-signature requests.
Client Directory (CRM)
YES
Yes
Built-in client directory with profiles and activity tracking.
Design Proofing
NO
SPP lacks native design proofing for visual reviews and approvals.
Yes
Clients review, comment on, and approve images, videos, and PDFs.
Client Service Requests
yes, but...
Requests function like support tickets and can’t be linked to full project workflows.
Yes
Embed custom forms to collect, organize, and manage client requests seamlessly.
Time Tracking
yes
Yes
Client Communication Inbox
yes
Yes
Custom Fields
yes
YeS
Workflow & Automation
Turnkey Automated Task Reminders
YES, BUT...
Reminders stem from order-based products, not true project workflows.
Yes
Enable automated task reminders with a single click.
Workflow Automations
YES, BUT...
Automations are tied to preset order stages, creating workflow limitations.
Yes
Automate task flows with flexible triggers and actions across entire projects.
Zapier Integration
YES
Yes
Recurring Tasks
YES, BUT...
Recurrence is tied to billing cycles, not repeatable task workflows.
Yes
Create recurring tasks with any daily, weekly, or monthly cadence.
AI & Innovation
AI Clients
NO
No simulated clients for workflow testing or prototyping.
Yes
Simulated AI clients for testing onboarding workflows.
AI Project Builder
NO
Onboarding templates must be created manually.
Yes
Auto-generates full project templates from a short prompt.
AI Form Builder
NO
SPP doesn't offer AI-powered form creation.
Yes
Describe a form in a few lines and Motion.io builds it automatically.
AI Meeting Notes
NO
No built-in AI to capture or summarize meetings.
Yes
Automatically turns transcripts into tasks and follow-ups.
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