n8n
n8n is the reliable execution and orchestration layer in Forza’s automation architecture.
It is an open-source workflow automation tool (similar to a more flexible Zapier) that runs on the mini PC via Docker. n8n serves as the single controlled gateway for all actions that interact with live company systems.
Key Principle: n8n is the only system allowed to make writes to production environments, including:
- QuickBooks-Online
- Microsoft-365-Outlook / SharePoint-OneDrive
- MVMNT
- HaulPay
- Highway
- Pipedrive
- Any other connected platforms
Status: Going live 2026-04-28 — installation in progress. Planned as the central execution engine for all Phase 4 and Phase 5 accounting automations.
Human-in-the-Loop: All financial or high-value actions (e.g., posting invoices, applying cash, creating payments) must pass through an explicit human approval gate inside n8n workflows before execution.
Relationship to Hermes: Hermes designs the workflows and business logic. n8n executes them safely and auditably.
Safety Rule: “all writes to anything on company systems have to go through n8n” + human-in-the-loop approval for any financial actions.
See also: Automation Architecture