Asana adds features to reduce distractions, improve video chats
Asana today unveiled a host of new features for its work management platform, aiming to eliminate distractions and boost worker focus — with an emphasis on asynchronous video communication.
“The rapid shift to distributed work has fueled distraction and destruction for a billion and a quarter information workers, with messaging and meetings at an all-time high,” said Alex Hood, chief product officer at Asana, stressing that the new features better align worker attention with intention.
Asana's Video Messaging, for instance, is designed to help users cut back on meetings and minimize video fatigue; with intelligent My Tasks, workers can better prioritize tasks; and with a Smart Calendar assistant, users can better focus on what they're doing.