- Claude Tag is a new feature that allows teams to work with Anthropic's AI assistant directly within Slack channels.
- The feature enables users to tag the AI assistant in Slack channels, where it functions as a team member with access to selected channels and tools.
- Claude Tag adds a layer of persistent context and memory, learning from channel conversations and eliminating the need for repeated explanations.
- When assigned a specific task, Claude Tag breaks down the task into stages and responds in threads with its work product.
- Ambient mode allows Claude to proactively jump into chats, keeping teams updated and following up on unresolved threads.
- Claude Tag is available in beta today for Claude Enterprise and Team plan customers on Slack.
- Anthropic's Claude Tag is designed with teams and organizations in mind, allowing for controlled access to sensitive data and task-specific tools.
- The system can automatically gather facts from other channels if granted permission, enhancing its utility across the organization.
- Anthropic reports that 65% of its product team’s code is now created by its internal version of Claude Tag.
Anthropic's Claude Tag is designed to enhance team collaboration within Slack by acting as an AI teammate that learns from conversations. Currently in research preview, it allows users to tag @Claude for insights and task management, streamlining workflows for Claude Enterprise and Team customers.1346
The feature replaces the existing app and introduces an always-on Claude that can gather facts from various channels, provided it has permission. Claude Tag is capable of breaking down tasks into stages, completing them using available tools, and responding in threads with its work product. 65% of Anthropic's product team’s code is now generated by its internal version of Claude Tag.
Claude Tag also features an ambient mode that proactively engages in conversations, keeping teams updated and following up on unresolved tasks. This allows for a single Claude identity within a channel, enabling team members to continue discussions seamlessly. System administrators can control Claude’s access to data and tools on a per-channel basis, ensuring sensitive information is managed appropriately.5
Currently, Claude Tag is available in beta for Claude Enterprise and Team customers, with plans for future expansion to additional platforms. The service works with Opus 4.8 and aims to improve communication and efficiency in team settings.
“Claude Tag is designed to enhance team productivity by integrating directly into Slack channels. It allows users to tag the AI assistant for task management and collaboration, learning from ongoing conversations.”
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