At HireJustNow, we’re constantly evolving how we work, and the tools we use are a big part of that. With remote and hybrid work becoming the norm, we’ve built out a tech stack that helps us stay connected, productive, and focused on what matters most.
This isn’t a definitive list, it’s a snapshot of what’s currently working for us. And with the pace of change in tech, we’re always curious:
What are you using that’s made a real difference to your team’s workflow?
Here’s a look at our current remote work tech stack:
1. Client & Data Management
- Zoho One Suite:
- Zoho CRM – Client tracking and deal pipelines
- Zoho Forms – Data collection during onboarding and internal ops
- Zoho Sheets – Internal trackers and budgets
- Zoho Sign – Contracts and electronic signatures
- Zoho WorkDrive – Secure file storage and folder sharing
- Zoho Cliq – Account-specific internal communication
Why we like it: Everything lives in one ecosystem. It’s cost-effective, especially for South African teams, and helps streamline day-to-day CRM and admin work.
2. Documentation & Operational Planning
- Notion – For tasks, SOPs, goal setting, meeting notes, client updates, and internal databases
- Microsoft Word & Excel – For documentation, reports, and spreadsheets
Why we like it: Notion helps us centralise all planning and collaboration in one place. Word and Excel remain go-to tools for structured documentation and calculations.
3. Knowledge Sharing & Training
- Loom – For screen recordings and walkthroughs
- Fathom – For recording internal meetings and generating searchable summaries
Why we like it: Loom simplifies complex updates and training. Fathom helps us capture key insights from meetings without relying on memory or scattered notes.
4. Design & Marketing
- Canva – For quick, brand-aligned design
- Adobe Creative Suite – For professional creative and campaign work
- LinkedIn – Our main platform for employer branding and outreach
Why we like it: Canva enables rapid design across the team. Adobe offers depth for more advanced projects. LinkedIn helps us tell our story and connect with global audiences.
5. Communication & Meetings
- Microsoft Outlook – For internal and external email communication
- Microsoft Teams – For online meetings and team collaboration
- WhatsApp – For fast, informal team communication and updates
Why we like it: Outlook keeps communication professional and centralised. Teams structures our online discussions. WhatsApp adds the human touch to real-time team engagement.
6. Finance & Accounting
- Xero – For cloud-based accounting, invoicing, and expense tracking
Why we like it: Xero is remote-friendly, easy to use, and integrates smoothly with our workflows.
Let’s Keep the Conversation Going. What’s your remote work tech stack?
At HireJustNow, we believe the foundation of any great remote or hybrid team lies in trust and a healthy, people-first culture — and that tools are only multipliers of your team’s ability.
That being said, it’s always helpful to learn from others. So we’re curious:
What software or tool has recently made a real difference to your team’s workflow?
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