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Since the Covid-19 pandemic, knowing how to work remotely has become essential for both companies and organizations. Digital tools have emerged to allow everyone to do this teamwork, this even when its members are scattered throughout France or the world. We can consider four essential tools for working remotely.
Note : There are many other tools, such as tools for Human resources management (Human Resources Management) for measuring working hours. This list brings together the most important tools for effective collaboration. If several examples of tools are provided, only one should be chosen based on the needs of the teams and projects. If these tools are essential for the remote collaborationA voucher management and good communication remain key factors for successful remote work!
Working remotely = communicating remotely
Teamwork is based on communication. The first tool to implement is therefore an instant communication tool. It is essential that employees can communicate in real time. They can thus share their ideas, ask questions about problems they encounter, provide updates on their progress, etc. Equipped with video conferencing capabilities, these tools allow for video discussions. And screen sharing capabilities allow people to bring their experience closer to face-to-face.
Examples of tools: Slack, Teams, Meet or Zoom.
File sharing as the backbone of collaborative work
The question of data is central to any organization. Sharing documents or files is essential for effective collaboration. Today the tools allow you to go further with an increasingly extensive collaborative component. A saving of precious time and efficiency! The editor is a sensitive point in how far these file sharing tools fit into an ecosystem.
Examples of tools: Drive (Google), OneDrive/SharePoint (Microsoft) or Dropbox.
Seamlessly manage a remote project
Instant messaging is essential, but the best is still to automate communication. Project management tools allow you to have a global view of the tasks to be completed, the deadlines to be met and the people working on a project. They can be supplemented by a tool that allows you to generate a online flowchart. The generated organization chart will allow you, for example, to follow the chain of hierarchical authority within the project team. The agile method in project management lends itself particularly well to the use of these tools.
Examples of tools: Asana, Trello or Kira.
Last but not least : sign remotely!
The digital signature having the same value as the handwritten signature, it is essential to have this tool. Therefore, remote working will not hinder the smooth functioning of the organization.
Examples of tools: DocuSign, Adobe Sign, YouSign, HelloSign.