When EnableComp won a 2025 Top Workplaces award, CEO Frank Forte credited their hybrid communication strategy for maintaining team cohesion across distributed locations. Their story reflects a broader shift in workplace tech—tools that feel less like digital band-aids and more like virtual office extensions.
Slack’s Channel Revolution Slack remains a heavyweight for instant messaging, but its true power lies in seamless integrations. Teams now connect project management tools like Jira and calendar apps directly to channels, creating a ‘command center’ effect. One marketing team reported cutting weekly update meetings by half after centralizing client feedback and analytics in dedicated channels.
Unified Communications Systems Platforms like Mitel’s AI-enhanced solutions address the ‘Zoom fatigue’ paradox. By blending voice calls, messaging, and real-time collaboration in one interface, these systems help customer service teams (as cited in Mitel’s case study) toggle between chat and video without app-switching headaches. The tech mirrors an office’s natural flow—quick desk check-ins, then deep-focus work.
Learning in the Flow of Work Companies like those using Disprz’s AI-powered learning platforms embed training directly into communication tools. Sales reps get micro-lessons on new product features during their morning Slack check-ins, blending skill-building with daily routines.
Cybersecurity as Communication Catalyst With rise in remote work, tools like Teramind now offer monitoring that doubles as collaboration boosters. Granular usage data helps leaders identify workflow bottlenecks—like excessive email reliance—and nudge teams toward more effective channels.
References:
- https://www.alert-software.com/blog/internal-communication-trends-for-business
- https://www.business.com/categories/employee-monitoring-software/
- https://disprz.ai/blog/top-workplace-trends-for-hr-ld
- https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/enablecomp-earns-national-recognition-as-2025-top-workplace-from-usa-today-302443968.html
- https://www.rib-software.com/en/blogs/enterprise-software-applications-tools
- https://www.simplilearn.com/tutorials/cyber-security-tutorial/what-is-cyber-security
- https://www.mitel.com/blog/the-state-of-work-in-2024
- https://www.lagardere.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/250411_lag_deu_gb_chapitre_2.pdf
