Here is what Lark can do, broken down by its core capabilities:
Core Collaboration Features
Unified Messaging (Messenger): Provides 1-on-1 and group chats with built-in, real-time language translation for global teams. It allows for threaded replies to keep discussions organized.
Video Conferencing (Meetings): Features high-quality video calls with support for up to 500 participants (in Pro/Enterprise) and lasts up to 24 hours.
Magic Share: Allows for co-editing of documents/spreadsheets directly within the video call window, eliminating the need to screen-share or switch apps.
AI Meeting Notes (Minutes): Automatically transcribes meetings, summarizes key points, and extracts action items.
Cloud Document Management (Docs/Drive): Enables real-time, simultaneous editing of documents, spreadsheets, and presentations with built-in version control. It provides up to 15TB of storage for enterprise users.
Shared Calendar: Integrates with chat to show team availability, allowing for instant scheduling.
Email (Mail): Connects with Gmail or Outlook, allowing for full integration with the rest of the Lark suite.
Project Management & Workflows
Lark Base: A low-code/no-code database tool that allows teams to organize data, track tasks, and build custom applications (e.g., Kanban boards, Gantt charts).
Task Management: Provides specialized tools to assign tasks, set deadlines, and monitor progress, including sub-tasks.
Workflow Automation: Enables automation of repetitive tasks, such as approvals, reimbursement requests, and leave management.
OKRs (Objectives and Key Results): Tracks and aligns company goals with outcomes.
Additional Capabilities
Knowledge Base (Wiki): Creates an internal, searchable wiki for team documentation.
Attendance & HR: Handles automated timekeeping, check-ins, and HR processes.
Open Platform: Provides APIs and bots for developers to build custom solutions and integrate with third-party apps like Jira, Asana, or Salesforce.
Mobile Parity: Offers full-featured mobile applications, allowing users to perform complex tasks (like editing sheets) on the go.
Lark is designed for a variety of teams, including HR, IT, and sales, aiming to reduce software costs by consolidating tools.