Braid provides AI-powered engagement tools directly within Slack to simplify team culture building. The platform automates activities like polls, games, and event reminders, offering effortless setup and personalized recommendations. Users gain instant connection tools and access to insights tracking engagement impact directly within their workspace.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Remote and hybrid teams often struggle with maintaining strong connections and engagement due to a lack of informal social interaction. Traditional team-building activities can be time-consuming to organize and may not effectively reach all team members, leading to decreased morale and communication.
Solution
Braid Social offers a suite of team-building games and icebreaker activities directly within Slack, designed to foster connection and camaraderie in hybrid and remote work environments. The platform allows team members to easily initiate games and track scores, promoting friendly competition and engagement. By embedding social games directly into the existing Slack workflow, Braid Social aims to make team building a seamless and regular part of the workday, improving team cohesion and communication.
Target Audience
Braid Social targets hybrid and remote teams, particularly those using Slack as their primary communication platform, and HR professionals or team leaders looking to improve team engagement and morale.
Features
- Library of team-building games and icebreaker activities accessible via Slack slash commands
- Real-time score tracking and leaderboards to drive engagement and friendly competition
- Customizable game settings and insights to tailor experiences to specific team needs
- Options for dividing large teams into smaller groups for more intimate interactions
- Recurring game scheduling and reminders to maintain consistent engagement
- Monthly engagement reports to track team participation and identify areas for improvement
- Integration with Slack for seamless accessibility and user experience