Slack

Overview

Slack is a business communication platform that originated as an internal tool for the gaming company Tiny Speck, founded in 2009. It was launched as a standalone product in 2013 to replace email with a more efficient messaging system, enhancing team collaboration. The name Slack stands for "Searchable Log of All Conversation and Knowledge."

The platform provides a cloud-based messaging app that allows teams and organizations to communicate and collaborate in real time. Key features include instant messaging organized into channels, direct messaging, and searchable archives. Slack also supports voice and video calls, file sharing, and integrates with various third-party business tools, helping users centralize workflows and automate tasks.

It caters to businesses of all sizes, from startups to large enterprises, aiming to boost productivity and streamline communication. Its user-friendly interface and extensive integration capabilities have made it popular across diverse industries, including technology, creative agencies, and educational institutions, all seeking effective internal communication and project management.

Basic Information

Contact Details

• Phone: +1 415-630-7943
• Website: slack.com
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/tiny-spec-inc

Key Focus Areas & Initiatives

• technology, information & internet
• team chat software
• direct messages
• file sharing
• remote work tools
• workplace collaboration
• saas
• digital workplace
• project management
• team productivity
• api integrations
• enterprise communication software
• group conversations
• voice and video calls
• enterprise communication
• b2b
• collaboration platform
• searchable message history
• workplace messaging app
• customer relationship management
• enterprise workflow automation
• scalable plans
• collaboration software for teams
• team communication
• remote team collaboration
• workflow tools
• business communication tools
• team messaging
• third-party integrations
• collaboration software
• user base growth
• team collaboration solutions
• productivity tools
• freemium business model
• business tools integration
• enterprise chat platform
• distributed teams
• collaboration ecosystem
• channel messaging
• software publishers
• cloud-based communication
• productivity enhancement
• workplace communication
• workflow automation
• app integrations
• digital communication platform
• information technology and services
• real-time messaging
• enterprise software
• services
• non-profit
• computer software
• productivity
• crm
• sales
• enterprises
• nonprofit organization management

Technologies Used

• Amazon AWS
• Apache
• Drift
• Gmail
• Google Apps
• Google Tag Manager
• Mixpanel
• Mobile Friendly
• OneTrust
• Optimizely
• React Redux
• Route 53
• Taboola Newsroom
• Workday
• YouTube
• Zendesk

Affiliated Organizations & Regional Branches

• Stride Soles
• Screenhero, Inc.
• Astro Technology (acquired by Slack)
• Missions
• SPACES, Inc.
• Rimeto (acquired by Slack)
• Woven Elegant