Powow is actually WOW.
Use Cases and Deployment Scope
Powow is a very helpful communication tool that allows me and people within the business to stay connected. This tool helps to create multi-meetings that reduced the distance created by Covid. In early 2020, when the pandemic first started, the communication and relationship among the team were very difficult, as the existent platforms didn't fulfill our needs. In 2021 we discovered Powow, and it made our lives so much easier. Communication improved and teamwork is amazing now.
Pros
- It facilitates the communication among people within our business.
- Includes the option to have multi-meetings.
- Provides a transcript of everything said during the meeting.
- Provides summaries for easy recap and follow up.
Cons
- As it is a new platform, some functions can be pretty basic.
- The summarizing notes are not always perfect, this could be improved.
- Navigation around the platform is not as intuitive as it could be for new users.
Most Important Features
- Easy multi-meeting management.
- Audio transcription for every meeting.
- Helpful insights for the business that are suggested after the meetings.
Return on Investment
- Reduced the design thinking and design process time in half as it helped with team communication.
- Allowed to start multiple projects during the year.
- Gave helpful insights that allowed the business to increase customer satisfaction and sales.
- Cut costs on physical offices as 90% of the job is done remotely.
Alternatives Considered
Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Skype for Business (formerly Lync) and now part of Microsoft Teams
Other Software Used
Microsoft Teams, Zoom Events, Blackboard Collaborate, Adobe PhotoShop, Miro, Adobe Illustrator CC, Canva
