Slack

Pros

When using slack to communicate with former employers and coworkers in training I noticed it's efficient communication tools. One example of this is that you can operate the program by creating different channels. Operating in different channels is key to organization when you want to transition from different communication sources between individuals. Another important feature that slack offers is file sharing. File sharing allows you to share with others, and you also have the choice to file share with another privately. The program seemed to operate smoothly without any glitches. Slack is a great way to communicate and is suggested for Employer's new hires.

Cons

The only disadvantage I have had by using Slack were minor annoyances when finding some of my former conversations. I also feel that many icons made my scrolling around the program disorganized.

Pros

Communication is seamless. Even though it is an instant messaging product, it lends itself surprisingly well to transactional communication as well, effectively replacing email for most use cases.

Cons

Search is painful. Notifications with channel membership takes some work to get right.

Pros

There are many things i like about it!
-How many apps it integrates with
-That I can manage projects both internally and externally and communicate freely
-All of the templates are helpful and good quality - many of them are perfect right out of the gate
-That you can communicate via threads so the main message board remains clean and not bogged down with a ton of back and forth
-That you can choose which parts of threads you want to post to the comment board if needed.
-The ability to create workflows

Cons

There are a couple of things I don't like:
-With workflows, you can't create conditional steps. For example, if I want to create a form where the questions change based on the answer to the prior question, you aren't able to do so. You essentially have to make additional workflows/forms for each.
-It gets a bit messy, even if you're great at setting up notifications, channels, communicating through it etc., it can get out of control quickly. Plus, you also have to rely on other people's knowledge on how to use the tool. If someone you're communicating with doesn't know Slack well, you can't be sure if they'll understand how to check for message, have proper notifications etc.

Pros

I love that I can easily communicate with my remote team, schedule impromptu video calls, and integrate apps! I also branded our slack channel to our company's brand!

Cons

Slack will notify you with notes about your apps, tags, etc. It can get confusing if you get a lot of notifications (ex. a note that your google drive file might not be accessible to everyone in the channel). You have to close out the notification to remove it from your channel feed. It's only visible to you, but still annoying!

Pros

Slack is incredibly user-friendly and makes it easy to manage multiple workspaces, enabling simultaneous communication both within my company and with customers. I especially like the threads feature—it helps keep discussions organized and makes it easy to find information when needed. I also like the customizations and automation you can set up, which saves time.

Cons

I use Slack on both my phone and laptop, but sometimes I have an issue where I can’t answer a call on my laptop because it’s active on my phone instead.
Also, sometimes when a colleague calls me using Apple headsets, I can’t hear them.

Pros

I liked that members who joined a channel could freely invite other members.

Cons

I found it challenging to understand the Connect feature because the rules seemed unclear when it involved admins.

Pros

User experience, connecting with other companies via Slack Connect. Also Huddles are a great feature.

Cons

Automation is a bit tricky. Managing User Groups and default channels have been a pain point as well.

Alternatives Considered

Reasons for Switching to Slack

Pros

What I liked most about Slack is how it keeps communication organized and accessible. The channel system is great for separating topics or projects, and the integrations with tools like Google Drive and Trello make it easy to streamline workflows without switching apps. The clean and intuitive interface also makes it easy to navigate, even for new users.

Cons

One downside of Slack is the potential for notification overload, especially in larger teams where messages can pile up quickly. It can sometimes feel overwhelming to keep up with everything. Additionally, while the search function is helpful, it could be more intuitive when trying to locate older messages or specific files in busy channels.

Pros

It is very easy to use, the set up is very intutive. You can have multiple chats and it is easy to see which chat has new messages.

Cons

I honestly don't have any. I loved using Slack for team communication.

Pros

Slack is a super easy platform to communicate on, whether with family, friends, coworkers, and professional communities. I use Slack every day for all of the above, and it keeps me connected whether at my desk or on the go.

Cons

Some of the best features are behind a paywall, like keeping messages after 90 days.

Pros

The archiving of conversations is fantastic.

Cons

Communicating on Slack across multiple platforms can be confusing and exhausting.

Alternatives Considered

Reasons for Switching to Slack

Pros

Accessing instant messaging, video conferencing, file sharing, collaboration and remote work features in one place is what I like most about Slack.

Cons

There is nothing that I do not like about Slack - it accomplishes all my needs.

Pros

Slack’s instant messaging and channels made team communication seamless, keeping conversations organized and project discussions easy to follow.

Cons

Notifications could become overwhelming, especially in larger teams with multiple channels. It’s easy to get distracted by constant updates.

Pros

The ability to create custom channels for projects,along with with features like message threading,file sharing and video/audio which helps keep everyone on the loop, also communication across all of our departments is a breeze without overwhelming our inboxes.

Cons

Slack doesn't give the option to go back to a conversation with deactivated member,that can impact the business if there are some crucial information on the chat.

Pros

Slack is the most robust BIM tool that I have ever used. Currently, I like the newly updated feature (video conferencing) since it allows me to conduct online meetings without integrating with external web apps.

Cons

I have never come across any drawback ever since I implemented Slack in 2018.

Pros

Slack facilitates an extensive range of features in one place which eradicate need for external apps integration. BIM, live chat, video conferencing and file sharing are among the best features available on Slack.

Cons

I have used Slack for more than 8 years now and I like the way the vendor keeps implementing new features.

Pros

With Slack, I am able to send and receive direct messages over the internet.
Sending large files online is another added advantage.

Cons

I have zero issues attached to Slack at the moment since it meets all my needs.

Pros

Slacks unified workspace allows me to access multiple tools in one space and this saves me time. Am able to get the information I need in one place. It is easy to use Slack also for task Management.

Cons

Slack is fine and has nothing to worry about.

Pros

What I like most about Slack is its seamless communication and collaboration features, including real-time messaging, file sharing, and intuitive interface.

Cons

One drawback of Slack is the potential for message overload and notifications, which can sometimes lead to distraction.

Pros

Slack enables me to create unlimited communication channels in one place at no additional fee.

Cons

There is no aspect that I dislike about Slack at the moment.

Pros

Slack is easy to use and has hundreds of uses beyond just communication. I use it to remind myself to complete tasks, file documents, and collaborate. The internal workflows are a time saver and make life easy.

Cons

The only thing I would enjoy more of are more options for workflows. The default workflows are great, I'd love to see more added.

Pros

It is nearly a decade ever since I started using Slack. Availability of iOS mobile application is one of the best aspects since I am able to collaboration remotely with colleagues from anywhere over the internet.

Cons

Slack is one of the tools that I use on a daily basis and rarely pose any flaw.

Pros

Slack is helpful because connecting is easy and organized. When I see a notification from Slack I know it's business related without checking it. It's easy to attach files and I can record audio or video messages with one tap. Everyone I work with was able to sign up in seconds. Most of us were actually able to sign in with the same account used to download the app. Our profile photos from those accounts automatically synced so it's easy to see who is saying what in the thread/channel.
Canvases are helpful too, they're basically like a white board that everyone can see and edit.

Cons

As far as I know, Slack doesn't have two way audio or video. You can record and send either, but it's not live. I wouldn't use it a lot anyway, however if you do then that may be something to consider.
If I need to search for a message, I have to do that from the home screen. There is no search bar within the channels or DMs.

Alternatives Considered

Pros

Slack offers all tools that I yearn to use at workplace such as BIM, video conferencing, file sharing etc all-in-one place.

Cons

Kudos to the vendor for incorporating video conferencing tool which was giving me hard time the then since I would always integrate with external apps.

Pros

Slack for over a decade has been my main tool for sending large files, collaborating with colleagues and lately conferencing via video calls.

Cons

I am a daily user of Slack and I find nothing to outline as a dislike.