Slack revolutionized team chat — but it's just chat. Polybase gives you Slack-quality messaging plus video calls, task management, docs, and AI assistance, all in one platform. No more app-switching.
Polybase combines team messaging with built-in video calling, native Kanban task management, collaborative documents, and an AI agent that takes action with your approval — all sharing a single real-time data layer. Every conversation can instantly become a task, every document lives alongside your discussions, and the AI agent operates with full workspace context.
Slack is a best-in-class team messaging tool with an excellent API ecosystem and thousands of integrations. However, it focuses exclusively on chat. Task management requires Asana or Jira integrations, video calls need Zoom or Huddles (basic), and document collaboration means switching to Google Docs or Notion. Each added integration fragments your data and context.
See exactly what you get with Polybase compared to Slack.
Switching is easier than you think. Follow these steps and your team will be up and running in minutes.
Use Slack's built-in export functionality (Workspace Settings → Import/Export Data) to download your message history and file uploads as a ZIP archive.
Download Polybase, set up your workspace, and configure your team settings. The setup takes about 3 minutes and doesn't require any technical expertise.
Recreate your Slack channels in Polybase. If you had channels for #engineering, #design, and #general, create the same structure. Polybase channels support the same public/private visibility model you're used to.
Instead of re-adding Jira, Asana, or Trello integrations, use Polybase's built-in Kanban boards and task management. Turn messages into tasks with one click — no third-party app required.
Send invite links to your entire team. The familiar channel-based interface means zero learning curve. Most teams are fully operational within the first hour.
Polybase doesn't just replace Slack — it gives you capabilities Slack can't.
No need for Jira or Asana integrations. Create, assign, and track tasks in Kanban boards directly from any chat message. Task status updates appear in the conversation automatically.
Slack Huddles are bare-bones. Polybase includes HD video conferencing with screen sharing and live captions — all without leaving your workspace.
Stop switching between Slack and Google Docs. Polybase's block-based document editor lives right inside your channels, with mentions and rich embeds.
Slack AI is a search tool. The Polybase AI agent reads your channels, tasks, and documents and can create tasks, send messages, draft documents, and run multi-step workflows — every mutating action requires your approval.
Slack runs only on Salesforce's servers. Polybase lets you self-host on your own infrastructure for complete data sovereignty and compliance with strict regulatory requirements.
Common questions about switching from Slack to Polybase.