What are the 5 basic tools?

You can think of the five basic internal tools as the minimum stack most teams rely on. First, a communication tool like Slack or Microsoft Teams for real-time collaboration. Second, a shared calendar and scheduling tool. Third, a simple project or task tracker for assigning and following up on work. Fourth, a data access tool such as an internal dashboard or reporting app. Fifth, a documentation or knowledge base tool so information is not trapped in people's heads. Many organizations later replace generic versions of these with custom internal tools that fit their workflows better.