Async Status Updates (Definition & How to Keep Everyone Aligned)
Async status updates are written or recorded check-ins that keep teams informed about progress without live meetings.
What Are Async Status Updates?
Async status updates share what's been done, what's next, and any risks or blockers using written formats that others can read in their own time.
Good Formats
- Weekly written updates in a channel or doc
- Short structured templates (done, doing, blocked)
- Async video updates summarizing progress
- Project boards with clear status labels
Benefits
- Reduces recurring status meetings
- Creates history of progress over time
- Keeps stakeholders informed regardless of time zone
Related Terms
Related Guides
- Virtual Meetings
Virtual meetings are online gatherings used by remote teams to collaborate in real time.
- Async Work
Async work allows teams to collaborate without needing to be online at the same time.
- Remote Communication
Remote communication is the practice of collaborating through digital tools instead of in-person conversations.