The modern perspective of productivity would not be possible without the use of collaboration tools. Some of them are so game changing that they can completely revolutionize the way you hold meetings, deal with clients, and manage in-house processes. We’ll discuss how you can implement collaboration tools that work for your business, as well as use them to overcome the many challenges you might face in a business environment.
It should be noted that businesses of all sizes and industries can benefit from the following collaboration tools.
Cloud-Based Collaboration
This is more of a broad kind of solution rather than a specific kind of software or service. The cloud is a great environment for hosting and accessing collaborative solutions. Therefore, many organizations are taking advantage of it to create opportunities for employees to work together in a secure online environment. Examples of how the cloud facilitates collaboration include working together on documents, sheets, projects, and so much more, both in and out of the office.
Instant Messaging and Communication
The ability to send and receive messages immediately without having to compose an email is invaluable, as not every single task is going to require the time it takes to put together a solid message. Instant messaging can also lend a sense of urgency to a request, as it takes the guesswork out of hoping someone will see your email or missed call/voicemail in time to address the issue.
Task Management
Collaboration is made much easier with a central point of contact, also known as an intranet or productivity hub. One modern example of this is Slack, which offers communication and collaboration tools integrated into a single platform, allowing individuals, teams, and departments the ability to stay connected and efficient while working on projects.
Video Conferencing and Meeting Software
It’s easy to hold meetings in the workplace, but it gets more complicated when the person you’re trying to meet with isn’t in the office. With the right technology on your side, you can be just as productive and break down barriers holding your organization back. Video conferencing provides a method of face-to-face interaction that you can’t get otherwise, and you can opt into other services that mesh well with video conferencing to further improve the way you communicate.
Directive can help you implement the best and brightest technology solutions to augment collaboration. To learn more, reach out to us at (607) 433-2200.
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