Gather is a video chat platform that creates a persistent virtual workspace for remote teams, enabling natural communication and collaboration without the need for scheduling. By simulating in-person interactions, it enhances team connectivity and productivity through features like shared screens, Slack integration, and collaborative whiteboards.
Funding
$76M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Remote teams often struggle with maintaining a sense of connection and spontaneous collaboration due to the lack of informal interactions found in traditional office settings. Scheduling meetings for every discussion can be inefficient, and existing video conferencing solutions don't replicate the natural flow of in-person communication.
Solution
Gather provides a virtual workspace platform designed to replicate the experience of working in a physical office. The platform allows team members to move freely within a customizable virtual environment, enabling spontaneous conversations and collaborations without the need for scheduled meetings. By simulating proximity and visibility, Gather aims to foster a stronger sense of team connection and improve productivity for distributed teams. Users can easily drop by a virtual desk to chat, collaborate on shared whiteboards, and see when colleagues are available for impromptu discussions.
Target Audience
Gather primarily targets remote teams and distributed organizations seeking to enhance team connectivity, improve communication, and foster a more collaborative work environment.
Features
- Customizable virtual spaces that mimic a physical office layout
- Proximity-based audio and video that allows for natural, spontaneous conversations
- Screen sharing capabilities for collaborative work sessions
- Integrated whiteboards for brainstorming and visual collaboration
- Slack, Google, and Outlook integrations for streamlined workflows
- Single sign-on (SSO) for secure and easy access
- Virtual backgrounds and background blur to minimize distractions