ShadowOffice's Instant Messaging (IM) is a real-time, secure communication platform. It lets you instantly communicate with your co-workers over the Internet. Using IM saves your business time and money spent on long-distance calls between colleagues in remote locations.
 

ShadowOffice's Instant Messenger can be used while you're in any other ShadowOffice application, improving your ability to multi-task and increasing productivity. Furthermore, you can simultaneously manage multiple conversations in just one window.
 

Presence management lets you know which of your co-workers are currently available online. You may decide to instant message a colleague rather than send an e-mail or call, so you can get an answer or discuss an issue right away. ShadowOffice's instant messenger also allows you to hide your presence. If you don't want to be interrupted, this prevents others from instant messaging you. Blocking chats sometimes is a good way to help you control your time and manage your work.