Published 10 Feb 2026
Duration: 2051
Slack is evolving into a workplace platform that enhances AI collaboration and productivity, using tools to manage context, organize conversations, and integrate AI-driven tasks.
Is Slack just a chat app, or is it becoming the command line for the agentic future? Andrew sits down with Kurtis Kemple, Senior Director of DevRel at...
Slack is transforming into a comprehensive workspace where real work is performed, not just communication. It is utilizing the context available in threads, channels, and messages to improve AI collaboration, making it easier for AI systems to understand and assist with tasks. The platform is addressing common issues such as "leaky prompts" and the disorganization of unstructured conversations by introducing tools like the Real-Time Search API and workflow builders. These features allow developers to efficiently create and connect agentic tools that can perform tasks such as issue triaging, report generation, and workflow automation.
Slack is focused on creating a strong information architecture and managing context effectively to ensure AI aligns with user intentions. It is acting as an integration layer for AI-driven functions, streamlining the way teams interact with and deploy AI within their daily operations. To support this vision, Slack is developing an agent SDK and refining its tools and APIs to simplify the developer experience and reduce the burden of manual tasks. The company is also working toward positioning itself as the central agentic operating system for work, facilitating seamless AI interactions across all communication channels. Internal testing of AI tools is currently underway, with plans to roll them out more broadly within the organization.
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