Forbes discusses the role of collaboration software within businesses and whether this emerging technology is soon to replace the traditional workplace meeting…
https://www.forbes.com/sites/adrianbridgwater/2018/12/11/why-firms-need-a-collaboration-software-strategy/#3f57273a4bf4New tools such as Slack and Trello are quickly becoming commonplace within businesses up and down the country. Highlighted as one of the IT industry’s exciting new arrivals by Symphony’s Jonathan Christensen we believe collaboration software has its role but does it replace a face-to-face? We’re not sure.
One point that’s raised within the article is businesses must have a collaborative working culture in order for implementation of this technology to succeed. If teams work in tight silos then introducing any tool of this nature is likely to drive teams further apart at the avoidance of all face-to-face interaction.
New technologies like these can increase productivity and create clear records of actions and accountability. Has your business adopted this software yet? Is it a replacement for internal email? What’s your view?
