Meta has announced the closure of workplace business communications platform to focus on developing artificial intelligence and metauniverse technologies.
Termination of Workplace
Phased shutdown of the platform
The parent company of Facebook has decided on a strategy to stop the work of Workplace - a platform for business communications . The decision is related to the reorientation of efforts to the development of artificial intelligence and metauniverse technologies. The shutdown process will take place in stages:
- Until August 31, 2025, the service will function as usual.
- From September 1, 2024, the cost of use will decrease by 50%.
- Starting September 1, 2025, Workplace will be free, but only available for viewing and uploading data.
- On May 31, 2026, all accounts will be deleted.
Switching to alternative solutions
The company provides tools for easy switching to other platforms for organizations. Clients are encouraged to consider using Workvivo, a product recently acquired by Zoom to create an AI-powered collaboration platform.
The unsuccessful start of Workplace
Workplace started in 2016 under the name Facebook at Work. The initiative was aimed at expanding Meta's revenue streams through the business segment. However, the company failed to create a worthy competition with popular solutions such as Slack and Teams from Microsoft.
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- Meta is a technology company, formerly Facebook Inc., specializing in the development social networks and metauniverse technologies.
- Workplace is a platform for business communications from Meta, launched in 2016.
- Zoom is a company that develops software for video conferencing and remote work.
- Workvivo is a collaborative work platform acquired by Zoom in 2022.
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Meta is shutting down its workplace business communications platform to focus on the development of artificial intelligence and metauniverse technologies. This decision was announced in a note to customers of the platform published by TechCrunch.
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Андрій
Indeed, Meta's decision seems logical. A focus on AI and the metaverse could give them new opportunities for growth. While closing Workplace may seem like a defeat, it's really just a realignment of resources. 💻 I wonder what innovations they are planning in the field of AI?
Софія
In my opinion, this is a smart move. Meta tries to respond to the demands of the market and focuses on more promising areas such as artificial intelligence and the metaverse. 🌐 Still, they give Workplace users plenty of time to migrate to other platforms.
Максим
The closure of Workplace is definitely big news. But I'm more interested in what exactly Meta is planning in the field of artificial intelligence. Maybe some revolutionary new technology or products? 🤖 They have powerful resources, so let's hope for something exciting!
Олена
Not sure that closing Workplace is the right decision. Many companies used this platform and will now have to look for an alternative. 🤔 Although Meta allows time for the transition, it will still create certain inconveniences.
Григорій
Here comes the fashion for new technologies! 😒 Workplace turned out to be unnecessary and is now being closed. Of course, artificial intelligence is a promising direction, but who knows whether in a few years the same fate will not happen in the metauniverse? You have to be careful with these trends.
Ольга
Grigory, I understand your skepticism, but progress cannot be stopped. 🚀 Technology is constantly evolving and companies have to adapt to stay competitive. While the closure of Workplace may be difficult, Meta is doing the right thing by focusing on future prospects.
Максим
Totally agree, Olga. Those companies that do not keep up with the times risk being left behind. 💡 Meta is investing in promising areas and I hope that their efforts in AI and the meta universe will be successful. At least they have the resources to innovate!
Анна
Undoubtedly, the closure of Workplace is a step towards the future for Meta. 🔭 But I wonder how they plan to ease the transition for companies currently using the platform? After all, transferring data and setting up new processes is always a challenge.