Why Your Business Should Stick to Work-Specific Communication Tools

Why Your Business Should Stick to Work-Specific Communication Tools

When it comes to team communication, it's easy to fall back on familiar apps like WhatsApp or Facebook Messenger. They're convenient, and everyone already has them on their phones. But are they the best choice for business?

Not quite. While personal messaging apps work well for casual chats, they pose significant risks when handling sensitive business information.

?? Security Matters Your team shares critical information daily—customer details, financial records, employee data. Using apps that aren’t built for business can expose your company to cyber threats like data breaches or malware. Many personal apps lack the advanced security features necessary to safeguard your business.

?? Stay Organized & Efficient Tools like Microsoft Teams do more than protect data. They streamline communication by providing dedicated channels for different projects, secure file sharing, and integrations with essential business apps. Less time scrolling through endless chat threads means more productivity.

?? Avoid Costly Mistakes We've all seen how personal chats get cluttered with memes, GIFs, and non-work-related messages. Important details can get lost, or worse, confidential information might accidentally be sent to the wrong person.

Making the switch to a proper business communication tool is simple and one of the best ways to protect your company while keeping your team running smoothly.

Are you still using personal apps for work? It might be time to rethink that strategy. Let’s connect and discuss the right tools for your business.

Judy Anderson

Ret. Chief Operating Officer, Riddle & Wimbish, P.C.; Spirit of ALA Award, Outstanding Volunteer, & Distinguished Member, Lifetime Member ALA Tulsa

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Meaningful advice, Kellen. (Could be a good Lunch-N-Learn topic for our staff members.). Thanks for the heads up.

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