What is the purpose of Slack Connect?

The purpose of Slack Connect is to enable different organizations to collaborate seamlessly by using shared channels. This feature allows teams from various companies to communicate and work together within the same Slack interface, promoting better collaboration and streamlined workflows. By connecting channels between organizations, users can share messages, files, and projects without the need for switching back and forth between different workspaces or tools. This not only enhances productivity but also fosters stronger partnerships and easier communication between external teams.

In this context, options that focus on consolidating workspaces or creating private channels do not accurately capture the core function of Slack Connect, which is specifically designed to facilitate cross-organizational collaboration. Restricting access to guest users does not align with the purpose of enabling teamwork across different organizations.