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DECISION-MAKING6 MIN READ

Buffer's Remote Meeting Revolution

Prioritising asynchronous updates can enhance remote team decision-making.

{"company":"Buffer","sections":[{"label":"Situation","title":"The problem","body":"In early 2022, Buffer faced a challenge with remote team meetings, where 60% of team members reported feeling overwhelmed by the number of meetings, leading to a 35% drop in overall productivity. They were spending an average of 10 hours weekly in meetings, which was stifling their ability to focus on core tasks."},{"label":"Decision","title":"What they did","body":"Instead of continuing with frequent live meetings, Buffer decided to implement an asynchronous update system. Each team member was required to submit a weekly video update covering their work progress, challenges, and needs, allowing everyone to digest the information on their own schedule without the…

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