Video conferencing and visual collaboration
Video conferencing and visual collaboration incorporate several elements of hardware and software for conference rooms, desktops and remote workers. Businesses of all sizes need to keep up on the evolving video conferencing market to evaluate the latest trends and innovations to find the systems best suited to their needs.
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30 Oct 2025
Focus rooms vs. huddle rooms: Optimizing collaboration spaces
With the shift from traditional office spaces, focus rooms and huddle rooms are key for solo work and team collaboration. Learn how to optimize these spaces for workplace success. Continue Reading
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03 Sep 2025
Gen Z communication reshapes UC buying decisions
The entry of Gen Z into the workplace changes how employees communicate and collaborate. How IT leaders buy and deploy UC tools needs to change as well. Continue Reading
Download: Video Conferencing Evaluation Guide Includes Research, Peer Reviews
Zoom, GoToMeeting, Skype for Business, and two more video conferencing tools are reviewed by your peers in our new 35-page evaluation guide. Get an expert overview of the types of video conferencing tools, as well as bandwidth and interoperability requirements you need to be aware of before you make your purchase.
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09 Jan 2018
Video conference hardware simplified, affordable for huddle rooms
Video conferencing vendors have aimed to simplify deployments with cost-effective kits that include cameras and audio peripherals for small meeting rooms. Continue Reading
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22 Sep 2017
Video conferencing usage gets new analytics to gauge ROI
Instead of assuming video ROI success, enterprises can now see a correlation between video conferencing usage and productivity with the help of new analytics tools. Continue Reading
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31 Aug 2017
Streaming video platforms see surge in healthcare market
Analysts discuss streaming video's important role in healthcare organizations, the positive effect of AI capabilities on customer service, and how to evaluate mobile devices. Continue Reading
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28 Mar 2017
Microsoft adds enterprise features to Skype for Business telephony
Microsoft has added call management features to Skype for Business telephony. The company introduced the improved version of the cloud-based software at Enterprise Connect. Continue Reading
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27 Jan 2017
Cloud migration challenges continue to vex enterprises
Analysts discuss how providers can support cloud migrations, how workflow automation aids digital transformation, and Zoom's position in the cloud video market. Continue Reading
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13 Dec 2016
Polycom video conferencing system offers widespread capabilities
Polycom's video conferencing system provides companies of all sizes with flexible deployments for mobile devices, desktop computers and meeting rooms. Continue Reading
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26 Jul 2016
The business case for video conference technology just got easier
Use cases for video conference technology have transformed recently, as the software-as-a-service model provides greater flexibility, lower cost of ownership and easier deployments. Continue Reading
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25 Jul 2013
Google Hangouts vs. Skype: A comparative look
Google's challenging Microsoft in the video conferencing market. This chart offers a feature-by-feature comparative look at Google Hangouts vs. Skype. Continue Reading
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05 Mar 2013
How can I easily switch between an external webcam and a built-in one?
Video expert Steve Campbell answers a question about built-in and external webcams. Certain factors affect the quality of your experience, he says. Continue Reading
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31 Jan 2013
When does it make sense to employ an external webcam?
The decision of whether to use an external webcam depends on what you intend to use video conferencing for, says video expert Steve Campbell. Continue Reading
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31 Oct 2012
What is the SVC Codec and how is it used?
The SVC codec is an extension to the H.264 standard for video encoding used by many equipment manufacturers, explains our video conferencing expert. Continue Reading
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15 Feb 2012
Video conferencing essential to disaster recovery communications
Video conferencing and telepresence have become essential parts of a disaster recovery communications plan for both government agencies and enterprises. Continue Reading
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06 May 2010
Will 4G make mobile video conferencing good enough for enterprises?
Wireless operators promise higher bandwidth and lower latency with 4G networks, but it remains unclear whether the benefits of mobile video conferencing for enterprises will compensate for its limitations. Continue Reading