Sometimes, startups find the solutions they need thanks to their proximity to... other startups! That's how Forest Admin's story with Slite began, as both companies emerged from Hexa, a leading startup studio. But more importantly than how it began, Forest Admin's use of Slite showcases how companies can leverage the right software tools to scale effectively.

Everything is in Slite

As a company developing admin panel solutions, Forest Admin understands the importance of organized information and streamlined processes. When Paula Beltran joined the company in 2023, she immediately noticed how deeply integrated Slite was in their operations: from onboarding procedures to day-to-day documentation.

"Everything, all the subjects, were in Slite. The onboarding process, all the processes were there. Everything related to human resources and my own onboarding, I needed to follow step by step through Slite. At the beginning, it was confusing because they didn't stop mentioning Slite, but then I realized that Slite exists and was actually pretty good in terms of workflows and playbooks."

Building a Central Source of Truth

Forest Admin has implemented Slite across all their departments, creating a comprehensive knowledge management system that serves their entire 34-person team. The platform has become particularly crucial for their customer success, sales, and product teams.

One of the most significant impacts has been on team productivity and information accessibility. The company maintains detailed documentation of their processes, product specifications, and team strategies, all organized within dedicated channels in Slite. This has proven especially valuable for their product team, who use Slite to document specifications and share them with developers, complete with embedded Figma designs.

Measurable Impact on Time and Efficiency

The implementation of Slite has brought numerous benefits to Forest Admin, particularly in terms of time savings and team alignment. Their verification process for documentation ensures that information stays current, while Slite's AI-powered search capabilities have significantly reduced the time spent looking for information.

The impact is particularly evident in their reporting processes. The team can now easily access historical data and quarterly reports from years past, all organized within Slite. This has proven invaluable for tracking progress and maintaining institutional knowledge as the company grows.

Looking Forward

As Forest Admin continues to evolve and refine their positioning in the market, Slite remains a crucial tool in their tech stack. The platform's versatility in handling everything from HR documentation to product specifications has made it an indispensable part of their operations.

For teams looking to implement a knowledge management solution that can scale with their organization while maintaining simplicity and usability, Forest Admin's experience with Slite demonstrates how the right tool can transform internal processes and team collaboration. Their success story shows that with proper implementation and team buy-in, a documentation platform can become much more than just a repository: it can be the backbone of a company's operational excellence.

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