Real-time collaboration
Real-time collaboration means several people editing the same document simultaneously, with changes appearing instantly for everyone.
What is real-time collaboration?
With real-time collaboration (co-authoring), several people edit the same document at the same time. Changes appear instantly for everyone, with no need to swap or merge files.
How does co-authoring work?
The document sits centrally in the cloud. Several users open it at once in the browser; the system continuously syncs their input and shows who is working on what.
What are the benefits?
No version conflicts, no emailing back and forth, and much faster coordination, including with external participants.
How SecureCloud enables real-time collaboration
With SecureWork, teams work together in real time on Word, Excel and PowerPoint documents in the browser, including version history. Data is encrypted and hosted in Germany, so collaboration stays GDPR-compliant.
Frequently asked questions
What does co-authoring mean?
Co-authoring is several people editing a document at the same time, with their changes synchronised in real time.
What happens with simultaneous changes?
The system continuously merges input and shows who is working on what, so no version conflicts arise.
Does it work with external partners too?
Yes. With SecureWork, external partners can collaborate in real time without their own account.
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