Client projects and workflow is SUPER important in our Paperkite world. Our team needs to work like a well-oiled machine to get the job done and meet important deadlines – which requires a ton of communication. That’s why over the last two years, we’ve incorporated Slack into our agency communication mix.
Connects Our Team
We’ve got team members right here in Cooperstown and also in other parts of the Northeast. Whether we’re working from home due to nasty weather or at our dedicated workspace at the Troy Innovation Garage, it’s an awesome way to stay connected no matter where we’re at!
Customizable Channels
Personalization is really simple when using Slack! We’re able to build client-specific channels for conversation, brainstorming and questions relating to client projects and communication. We can also only include the team members who are working specifically on that project.
Easy File Sharing
We can easily share, review and leave feedback for internal marketing plans, meeting notes, ad proofs, content documents and more! Slack offers a huge variety of convenient integrations such as Google Drive, Asana, Adobe Creative Cloud and Dropbox, just to name a few.
On-the-Go Mobile Capabilities
Our team is constantly on the go and need a communications tool that packs more of a punch than run-of-the-mill text messaging. As I write this, we’re finishing up the details for a client email blast on Slack with team members who are both in the office and offsite. It’s mobile capabilities are just what we need to keep projects moving forward without lag time.
Snooze / Away Notifications
Sometimes we’ve got to “go dark” for important meetings or put our heads down and grind out a project without distraction. Slack’s snooze feature allows you to be inactive while your away doing other things. You can also set a specific status, such as “In a meeting,” “Out sick,” “Commuting,” or “On Vacation,” so you’re team will know whether you’re reachable or not.
