How to create a new channel in Slack

PURPOSE

Teamwork and communication in Slack happens in channels, where teams can discuss work and share messages, tools and files to a specific group of people. You need to create a slack channel for a group of specific people.

PROCESS

Create New Channel

In slack click on the plus sign in bottom left corner, above your profile picture
On the menue that pops up, click Channel
Next you can either choose a template or select blank and click on Next
Now it is time to name the channel, type the name in the box and select Create
- NOTE: Please see below for the standard names.
After you create a channel name using one of the above channel prefixes, you are now ready to add people to the channel.

Channel Owner Responsibilities

The channel owner is responsible for reviewing the channels members and ensuring that all members are part of the Mister team and belong in the channel.
- Guide: SLACK - HOW TO ADD USERS TO A SLACK CHANNEL

Standard Naming Prefixes

Teams must use one of the standard channel prefixes to keep names consistent and descriptive.

Channel Prefix Description #team-

For teams to coordinate work and activities.

Examples: #team-marketing, #team-misterIT, #team-accounting

#project-

For cross functional teams working together.

Examples: #project-knowledgemanagement, #project-officemove, #project-kino

#region-

For specific regions working and conversing together.

Examples: #region-georgia, #region-tampa, #region-elpaso