We at Archetix use the Slack tool constantly in our everyday work. It is a tool that improves the way we collaborate with people inside and outside our company. It does not matter whether our team members work from the office, from a train or from abroad. We set great store by exactly this kind of flexibility.
Not only does Slack let us work from anywhere with a sufficient data connection, it also simplifies working life, increases productivity and makes communication easier within the team and with people outside it.
It is the place where work happens between our team, systems, partners and customers. It lets us start a Huddle, a team call, to solve any problem quickly, record video clips or voice messages, create tickets, and it gives us access to other fun features (such as creating simple, quick polls to organise team building). All of this works across locations and time zones.
At the same time we do not have to worry about the phishing or spam attacks that are often associated with email.
The app can be free or paid. The paid version is further divided into Pro, Business+ and Enterprise Grid. The Pro version is primarily intended for smaller teams, opens up many useful features and is the one Archetix uses.
Which features does the Pro version unlock?
- An unlimited number of messages, i.e. the message history is not deleted,
- integration with an unlimited number of apps (GitHub, Zoom, Google Drive and more),
- organisation of conversations and channels tailored to your requirements and priorities,
- starting Huddle conversations for an unlimited number of people,
- recording video clips and sharing your screen
- and much more.
The Pro and Business+ versions are reasonably priced, ranging from €6.75 to €14.10. Enterprise Grid is tailored by the Slack team to the company, and its price level depends on your requirements and needs.
We see Slack as an incredible improvement to our work and communication, and at the same time a place for sharing non-work events or experiences that can entertain the whole team. 🙂