Top 8 Remote Working Tools You Should Use
When it comes to using tools for work, the first question that comes to our mind is ‘Why’.
“Why do I need tools to do something I usually do?”
“Why should I invest in something if I can do it for free?”
“Why is it necessary at all?”
“Why do these tools even exist?!”
This happens because we’re conditioned to work in a certain way and when a new tool is added to our workflow, we think about the learning curve, we also think if our current workflow is working, why to use a tool. That’s a fair question.
The answer to your question is — higher productivity, better time-management and smoother collaboration which results in higher team morale.
So here is the list of top 8 remote working tools 👇
Communication
1. Slack
Our team has been using Slack for years. Slack is a communication tool that combines messaging, video and audio calls. It helps you organise your conversations in different channels, where you can set the purpose of the channel and add the members who need to be a part of it.
Slack threads help keep communication clear and you can share files or search for the messages using short-cuts.
And if you want to have fun, there is Giphy integration and a lot of fun reactmojis (reaction with emojis) to make your conversation lively.
When it comes to communication, Slack is definitely there at the top of the list.
Alternatively, you can also use Microsoft teams.
Video meetings
2. Google Hangouts
If you do a lot of meetings or daily standups, you need a tool that doesn’t give up on you 😉
Google hangouts is easy to use and requires no setup. It also allows you to share your screen in case you have to show a presentation.
If you have a big team then you might want to consider Zoom.
Project Management
Project management isn’t an easy task. You need to keep a track of work, people, budget, deadlines etc., to make sure your sprint is successful. To make the communication crystal clear, you need a tool in place.
3. JIRA
JIRA is great for tracking your success and all the issues that need to be resolved. From time-consumption to success tracking, all can be done on this one tool. It isn’t the simplest of the tools but it gives you the information that is important for co-ordination, for understanding your pace and in some way measuring your productivity.
4. Trello
Trello has simple boards that help you track your work and prioritise on what you’re going to pick up next. You can collaborate on the boards and set your priorities as a team using this tool.
Apart from these two, Asana is also a good product management tool.
File sharing and documentation
5. G Suite
G Suite is specially created for collaboration. It is one of the best business tools.
It includes Googles docs, Google sheets, Google slides and Google drive for storage.
All of these are particularly important for collaboration. From sharing data to editing and leaving comments on each other’s work to sharing large files, G Suite’s got you covered.
Alternatively, you can use Dropbox to share files and Dropbox paper to create documents.
Time converter tool
6. Timezone.io
If your team members are in a different country, you need this to know where are your team members located and what time is it there.
Knowing this will make scheduling calls and meetings simpler. This will also help with expectations of getting a response from your team member.
If you don’t have a company-wide tool, use world time buddy.
Other tools
7. Cloud app
Cloud app lets you make GIFs, add annotations to screenshots, screen recordings etc. that can be shared using a link. This makes it easier to show your teammates if you need help, if something is not working or when there’s something cool that you’ve discovered.
8. iDoneThis
iDoneThis helps you track your own progress and lets you know what are your team members working on. This way you don’t have to have a meeting at the end of the day or daily catchup just to know what is everyone working on.
So, if you’re new to the remote working world, try these 8 tools and see how easy your life becomes. You don’t have to use all of them, but remember, if a tool can make your work easier, let it.
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