Run your Ecommerce business more efficiently with Slack for EasyStore

By Amirul Mokhtar · 11th May, 2016

You've probably heard at least a little about the email-killing, messaging app called Slack. If you haven't, you will. With 2.7 million daily active users, this messaging app for teams has quickly become (maybe) the fastest growing software startup of all time.

Many small businesses or startups are starting to use Slack as a communication tool. We at EasyStore has also jumped on the bandwagon. Ever since we incorporated Slack, it has now been a vital part of our team's communication. It has made team communication more efficient and with the integrations, it allow us to get important information much faster.

Since we love Slack so much, we decided to make it available for EasyStore merchants as well.

What is Slack?

Slack is a messaging app for teams. It's a hybrid between chat room, email, and direct messaging. Slack also allow integration with apps.

How does it work?

You start off by creating a team and inviting your team members to join. You can create "channels" (similar to chat rooms) for different discussions.

You can even share files from your Dropbox or Google drive.

Slack is also available on mobile so you can communicate with your team on the go.

How does Slack help online merchants?

Online sellers are always looking for ways to improve their service. With Slack for EasyStore, we're giving merchants a faster way to process orders by providing real-time update for when an order is made. Since Slack is also available on mobile, you can receive order notification wherever you are.

Have someone else managing the operations? Invite them to your channel as well so they can receive the notification and process the items immediately.

Faster and more efficient order process can give you a boost in your service. You can cut down on handling time and get the items delivered to your customers.