Team collaboration software

Team collaboration software provides a persistent, messaging-centric digital workspace, with features including chat, file sharing and video. Keep tabs on the evolution of the team collaboration market and learn how to evaluate the leading team collaboration tools.

September 29, 2022 29 Sep'22
Microsoft Loop crosses information silos in 365

Microsoft plans to release Loop this year as the long-awaited information-sharing tool across 365 apps. The software reduces the time spent searching for vital data.
September 28, 2022 28 Sep'22
Microsoft Ignite 2022 conference coverage

News related to the tech company's ever-expanding portfolio of cloud offerings is expected to take center stage at the Seattle-based event happening from Oct. 12 to 14.
September 20, 2022 20 Sep'22
Slack Canvas helps tame information overload in chat

Slack chat can bury vital knowledge under a flood of new messages. The company said its Canvas tool will let workers pull out, save and collaborate on specific material.
September 16, 2022 16 Sep'22
Adobe buys Figma to fill remote collaboration product void

Adobe expects to bolster its collaboration tools for the hybrid workplace with its $20 billion acquisition of Figma, the maker of cloud-based software popular with developers.

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Integrated Microsoft Loop, Teams boost virtual collaboration

As most organizations now have hybrid workers, virtual collaboration is a priority. Here's how integrating Microsoft Teams with Loop components can enable effective collaboration. Continue Reading
How end-to-end encryption supports secure team collaboration

End-to-end encryption provides secure collaboration but limits certain productivity features. Learn how end-to-end encryption fits in a team collaboration security strategy. Continue Reading
Social collaboration tools create hybrid work water cooler

Traditional collaboration tools have struggled to replicate casual office conversations. New social collaboration tools could help reduce the isolation of remote and hybrid work. Continue Reading

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Asynchronous work best practices require strong policies

Hybrid work is becoming the norm, but it challenges distributed teams collaborating to complete projects. A new generation of asynchronous collaboration apps may be the answer. Continue Reading
Why organizations need to revisit end-user device policies

Now that WFH collaboration is established at many organizations, companies need to review and revise their end-user device policies to manage security and IT support. Continue Reading
Rethinking asynchronous communication in remote work

Remote work carries different expectations for communication. Learn how to shift to asynchronous communication to create more equitable collaboration among remote employees. Continue Reading

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Workplace by Facebook integrations broaden app's appeal

Facebook added dozens of business tools to a newly created app directory in its platform for businesses. The Workplace by Facebook integrations should broaden the product's appeal. Continue Reading
How should companies evaluate team collaboration apps?

Team collaboration isn't one-size-fits-all. Distinct user needs must be considered when creating a collaboration assessment to find the best team collaboration apps for your users. Continue Reading
What's the difference between collaboration and web conferencing?

Although the terms "collaboration" and "web conferencing" are similar, there are subtle differences in their meanings that can better help you understand what they are and what they do. Continue Reading