Many teams run a meeting just to exchange updates. That information can be shared in writing with less interruption and better clarity. The key is structure.
Each check-in should answer four things. What changed, why it matters, where you are blocked, and what happens next. If there is no change, skip the update.
Post updates in one shared place at a predictable time. Keep them short enough to read quickly. Long updates get ignored.
Async check-ins work when they reduce noise, not add another reporting layer. Keep the bar practical and focused on decisions.