The document discusses the history, present, and future of videoconferencing. It describes how videoconferencing has evolved from audio-only to include video and moved from costly ISDN-based systems for executives only to cheaper IP-based systems for all users. In the past, videoconferencing focused on replacing physical meetings and saving travel costs, but now it also enhances collaboration and supports strategic goals like improving customer satisfaction and time to market. The future of videoconferencing involves making it ubiquitous, location-independent, and fully integrated with other collaboration tools. Challenges include the economic crisis, changing partnerships, and technological changes.
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Bayer has set up its first telepresence rooms with the latest video technology at its corporate headquarters in Leverkusen, Germany, and at sites in Lyon, France; Monheim, Germany; Pittsburgh and Raleigh, United States; São Paulo, Brazil and Singapore, in an effort to advance environmental responsibility goals. An added benefit is significant cost savings and greater productivity through reduced travel. "You forget you are thousands of miles away. You work like you're face to face across the table, which is much better decision making. You see people's reaction and behavior.“ - Claudio Abreu, president and chief executive of Bayer Business and Technology Services in Pitsburgh-Post Gazette (May 19, 2009).
The goal is to build your global video communityThe greatest impact Cisco TelePresence can have on productivity is with individuals and teams, empowered to communicate and collaborate wherever they may be. This is what building your global video community is all about. Seamlessly connecting your company, suppliers, and customers for more productive communication and business everyday.