Here's how you can optimize collaboration among research teams using new technology.

These days, there is very little reason to maintain a purely physical workspace. Cloud storage makes the workplace more efficient; if I am working on a business plan with multiple other people, it makes zero sense to be doing so on a file that can only operate on one computer. What would happen if that file gets lost? All of the work between multiple individuals would be gone, and we would have to start over. With Cloud Syncing, we can work on the same document at the same time; I can work on our marketing strategy while in the office, while my colleague can work on our logistics from home and we can remain in constant communication.

While not obligatory, Project Management tools are life saving for running operations both large and small. .without the need for a meeting or an email chain allows you to help multiple people at once, and stay organized while doing so. I am a fan of Trello specifically, because I can customize my digital workspace exactly how I want it, and I can easily assign others tasks and keep everyone organized. I can even have multiple workspaces open at once if I'm running different projects for the same group, such as keeping our goals in line for both the social media aspect of the business and getting the business website up and running.

VoIPs have been around for a long time, but in recent years have advanced in ways that have made them integral to an efficient office workspace. Now we can hold meetings that include people from across the world without sacrificing efficiency. In some ways it is actually better, and more accessibility friendly, to use software like Zoom for meetings. There are easy options to record meetings for those who need to go back and review them later, automated caption generating provides an option for those who have auditory processing issues, and screen sharing lets us show our visuals in a way that everyone is able to see clearly.

When introducing new technology to the research teams with a purpose of increasing efficiency of working in teams the following tips may be of help; 1. Implement real-time communication: For basic communication utilize such applications as Slack or Microsoft Teams for prompt and effective messaging. 2. Organize channels by project: Use specific tags for different tasks or subjects so that the information would be organized in a meaningful manner. 3. Encourage prompt updates: Regulary reporting of achievements and orstacles to ensure everybody stays on the same page. The application of these tools creates a culture of collaboration and encourages the use of an agile approach to working.