10 Networking Predictions For 2009
9. HD Video And TelePresence Will Become Mainstream
Once chided as over-priced luxury items, telepresence systems and HD video conferencing solutions are poised to become more widely used come 2009, as customers and vendors alike slash their travel budgets and opt for virtual meetings.
Hebert said vendors like Cisco (shown here) and LifeSize will be able to capitalize. The reduction of travel due to economic conditions and more geographical diversity within organizations will force them to seek out other options.
The goal in 2009 is to feel like you're in a meeting without actually traveling. TelePresence and HD video conferencing systems will enable that. Yeah, the upfront cost may look a bit intimidating, but there's never been a better time to justify the spending. And with the cost of airline tickets ever increasing, the ROI shouldn't take too long to realize.
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