How to introduce a new internal communication tool in 6 easy steps

How to introduce a new internal communication tool in 6 easy steps
July 12, 2018

The efficiency of the right internal communication tool can significantly improve your team's productivity and employee satisfaction, but you need the perfect launch plan to achieve that.

Here’s how you can introduce a new internal communication tool to your community members:

Define your internal communication challenges

It is extremely important to identify your internal communication challenges before using a new tool. Without understanding the current challenges, it can be difficult to determine if the new tool will actually address them. Additionally, it is important to understand how the new tool will fit into existing processes and workflows. Without this knowledge, it can be difficult to ensure that the new tool is used effectively.

Do your research and explain the purpose of using the new tool

It is important to research the different tools available and the features they offer. Researching can help determine which tool best meets the needs of your organization. It is also important to consider the cost of each tool and how it will fit into the budget. Additionally, researching can help identify any potential security risks associated with using a particular tool. Finally, researching can provide insight into how other organizations have used a particular tool and what their experience has been like.

Train your community members how to use the new tool

Training your team is essential before using a new internal communication tool. It is important to ensure that everyone understands how to use the tool and its features, either through a live demonstration or a video tutorial.

Set expectations

Make sure your community members understand how and when they should use the new tool, as well as any rules or guidelines associated with it.

Provide support

Make sure your community members know who to contact if they have questions or need help with using the new tool. This is because it helps ensure that everyone is able to use the tool efficiently. It also helps ensure that any issues or problems are quickly identified and addressed. Offering support can include providing training, troubleshooting, and answering questions. Additionally, it can involve providing technical assistance when needed.

Encourage feedback

Ask for feedback from your community members on their experience with the new tool and make adjustments accordingly.

In order to successfully introduce a new internal communication tool, you must first identify the issues you want to resolve, and then select the tool that will enable you to do so, and finally train your team at every stage of the process. Of course, doing this can cost time and money. But with the correct assistance, your new tool could be incredibly effective!

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