HCL Connections V8 and Roadmap Update

HCL Connections has been a leading platform for enterprise collaboration for years now, and with the release of Connections 8, it’s set to get even better. In this article, we’ll take a look at what’s new and improved in Connections 8, starting with a quick recap of the previous releases.

Connections 6, 5, and 7 have been around for a while, and we will not focus on them. Connections 8 introduces a new look and feel for the platform, along with improved user experiences around search, sharing, and uploading to drive engagement and adoption of Connections.

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Better Together

HCL Connections offers a “Better Together” roadmap, which focuses on integrating the platform with other HCL products and third-party applications. For instance, Connections 8 offers a limited use license of Leap that enables users to download and build apps such as polls or surveys that can be embedded into a community. Also, HCL Connections is working on improving the experience of its integration with Microsoft Teams, and with the Sametime 12 release, there are plans to improve the experience beyond the current presence awareness and chat options.

In addition, HCL Connections offers desktop plugins for Mac and Windows that enhance the user experience by providing easy access to the platform’s features from the desktop. With HCL Connections, businesses can look forward to an integrated collaboration platform that is constantly evolving to meet their needs.