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Modernizing the visa-granting process

2012-05-25 08:07:14.0

The process of granting visas for refugees, immigrants and tourists can be a complicated one.

Making music a universal language

2012-05-24 08:09:05.0

With busy schedules and transportation costs rising, getting to a proper instructor can be pretty tricky.

Video conferencing and the law

2012-05-22 08:06:04.0

Law can be a particularly collaborative field. Whether it's meeting with clients or holding firm-wide meetings, there are myriad times when real-time discussions are crucial.

Monkeying around: How orangutans in zoos can stay in touch

2012-05-18 07:54:22.0

Orangutans that have lost contact with their family members because they were relocated to different zoos might have a modern way of catching up - video conferencing.

Two webinars to tackle cancer

2012-05-17 08:22:32.0

The series comes from Life Beyond Cancer Foundation, a nonprofit organization devoted to helping people whose lives have been affected by cancer.

Most Wanted: Using technology in the pursuit of justice

2012-05-15 08:06:05.0

Granting prisoners all the rights afforded by the constitution while ensuring safety and security at all points can be a delicate balance.

Students discuss loans with President Obama

2012-05-14 08:57:58.0

When it comes to effecting policy change, one of the biggest obstacles is getting your voice heard.

Pac-12 coaches hold video conferencing meeting

2012-05-11 08:17:37.0

As college football grows and the conferences shuffle, it can be difficult for coaches and athletic directors to meet to discuss important topics.

Veteran job coaches offer advice to vets

2012-05-10 08:30:33.0

Sometimes the groups that most need help landing a job are also the hardest to reach.

Using teleconferencing as a sales tool

2012-05-09 08:46:13.0

More than just a way of meeting or communicating with clients or collaborators, the technology is increasingly being used as a sales tool.

Stirring up debate across distance

2012-05-08 08:15:37.0

Across the globe, schools and governments are using the technology as a way to foster debate across towns, time zones and even continents.

New videoconferencing conference to appraise hardware

2012-05-04 11:57:15.0

Wonder what the future of video conferencing hardware looks like?

Harvard-MIT collaboration shows new role for technology tools

2012-05-03 15:24:04.0

As top-tier universities transition to a more web-based education model, they continue to find creative ways of incorporating newer technologies.

New technology helps classrooms expand

2012-05-03 11:41:52.0

Classrooms, it turns out, are pretty hard to move and meeting the needs of geographically distant students can be tough.

Moving the couch: Telepsychiatry continues to grow

2012-05-02 14:57:30.0

Reclining on the psychiatrist's couch might be a thing of the past.

Municipal budgets can be reduced with video conferencing technology

2012-05-01 14:25:41.0

In an age of tight municipal budgets and struggling local economies, streamlining the processes of civic agencies is crucial.

Telemedicine shows no signs of slowing down

2012-04-27 17:07:37.0

Thanks to video conferencing technology, telemedicine is quickly becoming a "must have" for healthcare providers across America.

Video conferencing interoperability is in high demand among businesses

2012-04-26 18:37:24.0

Web-based conferencing interoperability is one of the most desired functions that businesses are considering when looking for solutions providers.

Virtual field trips are using video conferencing to provide educational experiences

2012-04-25 17:55:33.0

Today, a Florida classroom got to see the latest in robotic technology in action thanks to a virtual fieldtrip using video conferencing.

Managed video conferencing services are in high demand

2012-04-23 17:45:02.0

Companies are increasingly turning to conferencing service providers to help manage and administer their video and telepresence technology.

Video conferencing is evolving with the cloud

2012-04-20 17:27:28.0

As technology continues to keep pace with the growing consumer demand for flexibility, many business tools such as video conferencing are encouraging real-time "collaboration" through the cloud as a solution, according to Unified Communications Strategies.

Obama and Sarkozy meet in online conference

2012-04-19 16:29:30.0

According to FirstPost, a recent online meeting between President Obama and French President Nicolas Sarkozy focused on global diplomatic and oil market concerns.

Telemedicine provider is using video conferencing to employ veterans

2012-04-18 18:10:59.0

Telemedicine provider MD247 is using video conferencing technology as a way to offer employment to 50 veterans who have served in any branch of United States Armed Services as part of their new "Hiring our Heroes" campaign.

The number of chin implants reaches all-time highs due to video conferencing

2012-04-17 17:51:24.0

Experts claim the dramatic demand increase for chinplants results from women wanting a more desirable jawline for video conferencing interviews.

Teleconference held regarding U.S. housing trends

2012-04-16 17:36:12.0

Fitch Ratings, a major global ratings agency with over 50 offices worldwide, hosted a teleconference on Monday, April 16, 2012, explaining that initial industry data reveals the United States housing market is improving at an inconsistent rate.

Live webinar to be held to educate caregivers about caretaker burnout

2012-04-13 16:47:03.0

Next month, Home Care Assistance will be using video conferencing technology to host a live webinar to teach beneficial and preventive techniques to reduce the rate of caretaker burnout.

Video conferencing technology can help you on your way to Hollywood

2012-04-11 17:38:30.0

Video conferencing technology allows qualified candidates to audition remotely for acting and musical jobs that were previously conducted in a face-to-face setting.

The Vatican has embraced video conferencing technology

2012-04-09 16:42:43.0

Recently, Vatican City, the cornerstone of the Roman Catholic Church, has widely adopted video conferencing technology across the globe in order to better communicate with employees and clergy members, according to Best in UC.

Video conferencing and telerehabilitation shows effective results

2012-04-06 17:26:41.0

Through the use of video conferencing technology, telerehabilitation is designed to revolutionize the treatment methods used to care for those with limited mobility.

What is telesurgery?

2012-04-05 16:58:33.0

As technology continues to evolve, many ideas that were previously thought to beconsidered impossible are now realities. One such marvel of today's modern medicine practice is telesurgery.

Interactive kiosks plan to help retailers with video conferencing technology

2012-04-04 17:15:18.0

Interactive kiosks may be changing the way businesses communicate with their customers, replacing the need for face-to-face interaction with face-to-interface solutions made possible with the help of video conferencing technology.

Students have an out-of-this-world experience with NASA thanks to video conferencing

2012-04-03 15:29:17.0

Recently, a class at Montgomery Upper Middle School in New Jersey was able to have a video conference discussion with a NASA engineer along with the Space Program's educator, Michael Hare.

NFL Hall of Fame uses video conferencing to educate students about the value of teamwork

2012-04-02 17:22:38.0

The National Football Hall of Fame is using video conferencing technology to connect with students from across the globe to teach them more about the sport's history and the core values it represents.

Has video conferencing replaced the need for business travel?

2012-03-30 17:44:45.0

A recent report from CDW finds that nearly three quarters of all companies plan to implement video conferencing within the next two years. With so many companies investing in conferencing technology, has it eliminated the need for business travel completely?

What is a proxy marriage?

2012-03-27 16:04:36.0

Even if you and your significant other are separated by distance, there is still an option for you to get married while apart. It is called a proxy marriage, and it is becoming more of a common practice through the use of video conferencing technology.

Video conferencing continues to help with educational costs

2012-03-26 18:02:06.0

A regional organization has reported substantial savings of more than $100,000 on annual professional development costs alone due to Internet-based web conferencing.

Video conferencing remains affordable even as features increase

2012-03-23 16:30:39.0

The common trend with video conferencing technology is that it continues to remain affordable even as it incorporates more features and applications, a recent article by Business Insider reports.

Consider video conferencing therapy

2012-03-22 16:11:06.0

Video conferencing therapy is an approach that may be useful for the treatment of anxiety.

MegaMeeting.com increases participation in educational seminars through video conferencing

2012-03-21 16:24:54.0

With the use of video conferencing technology offered through MegaMeeting.com, Texas Occupational Therapy Association seminars have been revoloutionized.

Telemedicine market to double within 5 years due to video conferencing

2012-03-20 16:07:14.0

BCC Research, released a report indicating that the global market for video conferencing-based telemedicine will more than double within the next five years to nearly $27.3 billion, according to a press release by Global Information Incorporated.

White House encourages video conferencing to cut excess spending

2012-03-20 14:53:12.0

In an executive order put into place late last year, President Obama committed to reducing waste and excess spending by governmental agencies by encouraging the use of video conferencing technology.

Organization uses video conferencing to help soldiers stay in touch with family and friends

2012-03-19 14:53:22.0

The Freedom Calls Foundation, is a non-profit organization that was created shortly after the U.S. invasion of Iraq to help keep military families connected. It is still in operation today, thanks in part to video conferencing.

Virtual field trip to Ellis Island with teach students early 20th century immigration life

2012-03-16 14:29:50.0

Over one million students from across the U.S. will virtually travel to Ellis Island in New York Harbor courtesy of web and video conferencing on March 29 to learn the history of early American immigration on Scholastic.com.

Advantages of distance education through video conferencing

2012-03-16 14:23:38.0

According to the U.S. Department of Education's National Forum on Education Statistics, distance learning with the help of video conferencing technology is now an integral role for most organizations involved with teaching to consider.

$22 Billion to be spent on video conferencing within five years

2012-03-15 14:43:06.0

The demand for video and web based conferencing is showing no signs of slowing down. Study experts expect $22 billion to be spent by enterprises on video conferencing and telepresence technology between 2012 to 2016.

Hepatitis C outcomes improved via web conferencing for isolated patients

2012-03-14 15:18:33.0

The Robert Wood Johnson foundation estimated 3.2 million people in the United States are infected with hepatitis C, a virus that kills thousands each year. In order to help those infected in remote locations, scientists studied implementing the use of video conferencing for patient treatment.

The benefits of using video conferencing technology for practicing Telemedicine

2012-03-13 13:57:58.0

As the demand for Video conferencing grows, so does the range of possibilities. One field taking full advantage of the benefits of video conferencing is Telemedicine.

Make your business green and profitable with video conferencing

2012-03-12 11:38:40.0

A recent survey conducted by the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) reveals that video conferencing software has the ability to cut expenses, increase profits and make your business green.

Video conferencing demand shows no sign of slowing down

2012-03-09 10:22:02.0

A recent report released by the International Data Corporation (IDC) shows the implementation of video conferencing is rapidly accelerating.

Making video conferencing software work for your business

2012-03-08 10:58:46.0

There are many expenses to consider when starting a new business, and in this economy it may be difficult to raise the funds needed to get your great idea off the ground. One option to help cut expenses with opening a new business is incorporating a well thought out video conferencing system.

Video conferencing advantages for businesses and applicants

2012-03-06 14:16:01.0

With the ever increasingly competitive job market, employers are seeking workers from across the globe who can best suit their needs. To help cut these expenditures, more employers are utilizing video conferencing software to interview candidates for positions.

Video conferencing eases distance between travelers and families

2012-03-05 16:00:44.0

Today's job market is highly competitive and requires many workers to frequently travel for their jobs. However, the constant travel comes with a price - too much time spent away from family. Now, travelers can utilize technology to make business trips more convenient for everyday life. Video conferencing may help you feel a little closer to home and stay connected with friends and family.

Video conferencing: The next step for poker?

2012-03-02 17:02:45.0

Millions of Americans play poker in casinos regularly, and now many have turned to the internet to provide them with a means of playing the game.

Video conferencing enriches lives of nursing home residents

2012-03-01 17:04:21.0

Nursing home residents can potentially enjoy a better quality of life with visits from friends and family through easy-to-use video conferencing technology

Video conferencing improves emergency plans

2012-02-29 11:54:40.0

According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), every family should have an emergency plan so they know where to seek safety, how to contact one another and where to meet once it's safe.

Master the mandolin with video conferencing

2012-02-29 11:53:45.0

For those who have always wanted to learn how to play an instrument but have never had the time, video conferencing can offer an innovative solution.

Great contemporary ways to teach students

2012-02-22 14:38:16.0

The advance of technology over the years has offered alternative teaching tools for professors and universities.

Planning your business trip

2012-02-17 10:47:21.0

If you're planning a business trip to meet with affiliates or clients, you should consider the following tips to make your travel plans and negotiations run smoothly.

Green tactics for your business

2012-02-15 16:53:19.0

In addition to minimizing a carbon footprint, going green saves money. Here are a few ways to cut your monthly business expenses.

A few ways to cut business expenses

2012-02-14 10:04:33.0

Every business can implement the following solutions to cut costs on maintenance and energy.

Business owners handling rising expense costsBusiness owners handling rising expense costs

2012-02-13 16:44:49.0

If you are a business owner having a difficult time managing your expenses, there are a number of great cost-efficient tactics that can lighten the burden.

Working from home like a pro

2012-02-10 10:35:51.0

Today's technological advancements allow us to work from any remote location as if we were in an office. With the following equipment, you can work from home and run your business efficiently.

Three areas you should focus on when starting up a business

2012-02-08 23:08:49.0

As a founder of a startup company, your creative thinking, ability to innovate and motivation is not in question, but there are certain things you can do to make your business as professional as an established enterprise.

Why a video conference is better

2012-02-07 21:06:15.0

In the brick-and-mortar days of running a business, meetings with business affiliates were meant to be face-to-face.

Sending your employees on business trips with the right devices

2012-02-06 16:24:20.0

As your employees prepare for their business trip, you would be better served by providing them with technological devices to make their trip smoother and to guarantee regular communications.

Save thousands on business trips

2012-02-03 16:53:49.0

Business trips often can't be avoided, as your presence may be required at a remote location - but with the implementation of web meetings and video conferences, you can potentially save thousands of dollars and avoid an unnecessary flight to your business affiliates.

President discusses employment issues with civilian over video conference

2012-02-02 17:26:00.0

It's not often that Americans are able to interact one-on-one with the President of the United States, but Jennifer Wedel was one of the lucky few able to talk with Barack Obama through a web meeting.

Foreign language teachers use video conferencing technology to reach students

2012-02-02 11:04:37.0

Video conferencing often presents the opportunity for students to meet with teachers from afar when they aren't able to connect in person.

Online shoppers can get personal service with video conferencing

2012-02-01 11:04:16.0

As retail technology has developed, merchants have faced the challenge of replicating the interactive and personal aspects of face-to-face customer shopping experiences.

Classrooms go global with video conferencing

2012-01-31 09:56:35.0

Organizations such as My Culture Connect and the Flat Classroom project are encouraging schools to break down cultural barriers and engage with students in faraway classrooms through video conferencing.

Healthcare organizations offer outreach through webinars

2012-01-30 08:48:20.0

Some healthcare organizations are providing companies and customers with free information about how to understand plans and policies and apply them in the most effective way.

Dermatologist can make appointments via video conference

2012-01-27 08:56:58.0

Advances in video conferencing technology that have allowed individuals to connect across distances with high quality live video have led to the exploration of telemedicine in healthcare.

High school teachers use video conferencing to be in two places at once

2012-01-26 12:05:50.0

Two high schools in East Tennessee are sharing resources through the use of video conferencing technology.

Video conferencing used to meet astronauts in orbit

2012-01-25 16:04:12.0

Video conferencing technology can make it possible for individuals to meet across long distances, sparing them the travel time and expenses.

Webinars help keep farms connected

2012-01-20 08:50:41.0

Purdue University and the University of Iowa are two schools offering free webinars to educate area farmers about agricultural issues.

Colorado schools use video conferencing to promote learning through technology

2012-01-19 08:40:18.0

Littleton Public Schools in Colorado are using video conferencing technology in their classrooms to further learning goals and create distance learning opportunities.

Video conferencing apps and BYOD go hand in hand

2012-01-18 08:47:49.0

Video conferencing technology and BYOD (bringing-your-own-device) are predicted to be part of important technology trends in 2012 and have the potential to lead to workers increasing their web conferencing use.

Webinars can help plan for retirement

2012-01-17 08:55:45.0

Making retirement plans might become easier as more information becomes available through free webinars.

U.S. Commerce Department hosts webinar series on exporting for expansion

2012-01-16 08:52:25.0

The U.S. Commerce Department recently partnered with Connecticut Secretary of the State Denise Miller to offer a six-month webinar series that can help small businesses expand through export.

The Department of the Interior may reduce travel costs, increase video conferencing

2012-01-13 08:52:09.0

The Department of the Interior could stand to save millions of dollars and reduce carbon emissions if it uses video conferencing technology to cut back on travel, according to the Inspector General's report.

Video conferencing gets cultured

2012-01-11 09:16:31.0

Video conferencing technology that was once just used in offices to hold business meetings is being used as a way to share cultural experiences like art and museum exhibits.

Transportation going green with video conferencing

2012-01-11 08:57:50.0

Centralizing communications centers and providing multiple video conferencing sites can help transportation fleets follow green initiatives.

What to do when you have a video conference interview

2012-01-10 17:26:20.0

Conducting interviews through video conferencing is becoming a viable option for businesses looking to cut travel costs.

Social Security Administration could use start using video conferencing

2012-01-10 13:00:02.0

Implementing video conferencing technology could mean that claimants meet with social security agents online instead of in person.

Distance Learning and Telemedicine Fund brings video conferencing to rural areas

2012-01-10 08:51:57.0

The USDA has granted more than $30 million in funds to bring telemedicine and distance learning to rural America.

Telework week 2012 encourages employees to save time and commuting costs

2012-01-09 15:34:56.0

Tips for success in video conferencing

2012-01-09 15:29:20.0

As businesses continue to use video conferencing for its ability to cut traveling costs, increase productivity and improve their carbon footprint, it's important for presenters to know what to expect when they're not meeting face-to-face.

London businesses may turn to video conferencing during 2012 games

2012-01-09 15:23:15.0

UK transport minister Norman Baker has been encouraging businesses to take up video conferencing as a way to work remotely during the 2012 Olympic games.

Practice live yoga at home with web conferencing

2012-01-09 15:18:23.0

For people who have always wanted to practice yoga, but haven't been able to make it to classes because they are stuck at home with a child, run into inconvenient scheduling or are far from a studio, yoga webinars and live classes via web conferencing offers a convenient solution.

Webinars can help build your hypnotherapy business

2012-01-09 08:47:57.0

Offering webinars and live classes can help reach clientele who may be seeking hypnotherapy services, but don't know where to find it within their community.

Webinars for weight loss: online conferences for childhood obesity prevention

2012-01-06 13:51:46.0

Parents and care providers who want information on childhood obesity prevention can participate in one of many free webinars offered by organizations promoting children's health.

Post-op patients use video conferencing technology

2012-01-06 13:47:28.0

In a recent pilot program at the Children's Hospital Boston, doctors monitored post-operative patients using video conferencing technology after they were sent home.

Judges hold web conference with prisoners to cut court costs

2012-01-05 16:38:14.0

Judges in several states are investing in web meeting technology that they plan to use for online meetings instead of holding public hearings for prisoners.

Developing cloud technology could lower video conferencing costs in 2012

2012-01-05 09:56:40.0

Businesses experiencing the budget saving benefits of web conferencing might be pleasantly surprised if predictions come true that cloud-based solutions will drive down video conferencing costs.

Video conferencing enhancing emergency response

2012-01-05 09:24:30.0

Government agencies are using video conferencing in an effort to enhance emergency response through training programs and real-time communication.

Classes can use video conferencing to take virtual field trips

2012-01-04 13:45:02.0

Classrooms can use video conferencing to take virtual field trips that create an interactive experience for students without the high admission costs or travel expenses.

Government agencies host webinars and tax workshops for small businesses

2012-01-03 16:40:49.0

Small business owners can learn how to lower their tax bills, choose tax preparers and gauge potential vulnerabilities by taking advantage of free webinars hosted by government agencies.

Offer support to a concerned caregiver with video conferencing technology

2011-12-28 18:27:01.0

Parents no longer have to feel guilt when they want to leave the kids at home with a babysitter and get out of the house for a night.

Avoid unwanted obligations with video conferencing technology

2011-12-27 17:26:17.0

Traveling long hours to visit the in-laws may not be at the top of an individual's list of favorite activities.

Video conferencing technology reduces excessive travel costs of the U.S. Interior Department

2011-12-23 16:53:10.0

Officials of the United States Department of the Interior tend to travel frequently to locations including Sacramento, Boise and Fairbanks to care for the area's national parks and water projects.

Use video conferencing to meet new people and spark interactive discussions

2011-12-22 17:26:28.0

Individuals who wish to meet others with the same interests, but have difficulty balancing their hectic work schedules with their social lives may benefit from meeting peers via video conferencing technology.

Gain the whole truth from employees with video conferencing technology

2011-12-21 13:17:04.0

A new research study in the Journal of Business Ethics has discovered that individuals are more likely to lie through text-based messages via phone or email than through face-to-face interaction, video conferencing or audio communication.

Celebrate landmark events at remote locations with video conferencing

2011-12-20 17:16:27.0

With the use of video conferencing, business professionals no longer have to miss out on major milestone events in the office simply because they are away on business trips.

President Obama will use video conferencing to participate in caucus night

2011-12-19 21:21:24.0

According to a report by Quad-City Times, President Obama will appear via online conferencing at various Republican-supported caucus sites on January 3, 2012.

Create high-intensive training programs with video conferencing

2011-12-16 17:01:35.0

In a fast-moving, start-up company environment, existing experts are working around the clock to mold the frame of the business and think ahead to gain an edge against the competition.

Web conferencing opens communication for military veterans and addiction treatment patients

2011-12-16 09:04:14.0

Addiction treatment companies are catching on to the benefits of video conferencing, using the service to provide outpatient treatment to individuals who may have recently moved far away from their therapy service or who choose to undergo treatment from the comfort of their own home.

Michigan courts put video conferencing into effect in the past year

2011-12-15 09:14:33.0

Two county courts in Michigan are enforcing video conferencing tactics instead of transporting inmates across county lines and forcing forensic experts to testify in the courtroom.

Cutting edge bakeries use video conferencing for remote cake orders

2011-12-14 09:03:28.0

Carlo's Bakery, the famed bakery of Buddy Vastro in Hoboken, New Jersey, demonstrated the innovation of video conferencing technology in its own creative fashion by crafting realistic replicas of the telecommunication tools.

Video conferencing can improve communication for traveling delivery workers

2011-12-13 08:48:06.0

Some industries require year-round travel for workers, particularly in the fields of delivery and distribution.

Video conferencing offers expansive networks an effective form of communication

2011-12-09 16:32:48.0

In an environment such as a TV news station, video conferencing services can offer a large team a way to communicate effectively and quickly.

An international technology company uses video conferencing to eliminate email clutter

2011-12-09 08:56:48.0

Atos, a global company with its headquarters in France, is aiming to become an email-free company by 2013.

Reportlinker releases a new global video conferencing industry report

2011-12-08 13:42:02.0

Reportlinker, an online database of industry reports, company profiles and market statistics, announced the release of a new market research report in the category Global Video Conferencing Industry.

Video conferencing makes strides in improving health care

2011-12-07 13:50:30.0

Follow-up doctors' appointments have never seemed easier since the growing use of video conferencing.

Make the most of sick days with web conferencing

2011-12-06 16:18:43.0

Some illnesses leave workers unable to move or function normally.

Video conferencing improves communication for deaf individuals

2011-12-05 16:46:29.0

Some individuals may partake in video conferencing as a fun form of communication that enhances the intimacy of a conversation with face-to-face contact.

Video conferencing helps workers appreciate occasional travel

2011-12-01 13:12:29.0

In some work environments, travel is a top priority to success.

Video conferencing assists intensive care specialists in treating patients around the clock

2011-11-30 13:15:11.0

A new method of technology is making its way into intensive care units in hospitals around the country - video conferencing.

Jails implement video conferencing to minimize risks related to personal contact

2011-11-29 13:12:11.0

County jails in New York, Tennessee and other states are implementing video conferencing services as inmates' main method of communication.

Political figures can maintain a community presence with video conferencing

2011-11-28 15:34:33.0

Individuals who wish to excel in the political sphere know the importance of upholding a good reputation in the public eye.

Webinars make lectures from notable speakers available to thousands of students

2011-11-23 16:11:36.0

Nobel Peace Laureate Muhammad Yunus, the founder of Grameen Bank, otherwise known as the "Bank for the Poor," gave a special lecture on the theme of social business to over 20 educational institutes in India simultaneously.

Video conferencing market to reach $14 billion in five years

2011-11-22 16:02:24.0

A recent report by the Global Industry Analysts stated that the world video conferencing market is set to reach $14 billion by 2017.

An online meeting can accommodate busy teachers and parents for school conferences

2011-11-21 15:52:59.0

Video conferencing could be the solution to setting up parent-teacher meetings when their busy schedules cannot accommodate a physical face-to-face conference.

Planes, trains and automobiles are no ecological match for video conferencing

2011-11-18 16:12:19.0

Cutting out business travel can reduce the emission of carbon dioxide - as well as other toxic gases - by hundreds of millions of tons, and web conferencing may be the environmental solution.

Shop online and meet store clerks via video conferencing

2011-11-17 16:29:38.0

This holiday season, some stores may make shopping easier with video conferencing customer service methods.

Enhance the learning experience with web conferencing

2011-11-17 08:58:23.0

Classes from the elementary level all the way to the university level are utilizing web conferencing technology to change the shape of learning and keep students engaged.

Get ahead in the workplace with mobile video conferencing

2011-11-16 13:39:30.0

According to the Cisco Visual Networking Index, video will be 65 percent of mobile data traffic in the U.S. by the year 2015, and much of that can be credited to video conferencing software.

Hospitals use video conferencing to improve children's quality of life

2011-11-16 09:02:27.0

With video conferencing technology, hospitals have made seeing family members as easy as looking at the TV screen at the end of a patient's hospital bed.

Video conferencing unites high schools in reading discussions

2011-11-15 13:36:28.0

Young students have reaped the benefits of video conferencing in the classroom.

Online conferencing expands business boundaries

2011-11-14 16:21:16.0

Small businesses have the chance to grow big with the use of online conferencing.

Show your expertise with webinars

2011-11-11 17:16:25.0

One of the most difficult factors of starting a new business or relocating one that has already launched is establishing credibility in order to develop a significant client base.

Avoid email miscommunication with video conferencing

2011-11-11 09:06:04.0

Even a light-hearted joke can come off as rude or offensive in an email.

Webinars tailor-made for your business

2011-11-10 16:07:24.0

MegaMeeting, a web-based video conferencing software, offers a webinar service customized specifically for any business.

How to succeed in a video conferencing interview

2011-11-10 16:04:59.0

The scheduled interview is a video conferencing interview, a technique that more than half of the largest U.S. companies are already utilizing, according to a study conducted at Yale University.

Snow day, class canceled? Not with web conferencing

2011-11-09 16:58:21.0

Snow days may become an obsolete notion with web conferencing on the rise in college and high school classrooms across the country.

Video conferencing enhances therapy sessions

2011-11-09 14:55:45.0

According to the National Institute for Mental Health, approximately one quarter of American adults are diagnosed with one or more mental disorders.

Mobile phones and video conferencing both improve communication

2011-11-08 16:58:03.0

These days, everyone has a smartphone. Whether for business or personal use, these devices come with a variety of capabilities.

To be green or not to be green

2011-11-07 09:14:23.0

The push to be more green has turned into a requirement for many companies.

Unique webinars can replace the boring sections of a web page

2011-11-04 08:03:09.0

Consumers are growing increasingly more comfortable with navigating the internet.

Companies can create private branding video conferencing

2011-11-03 08:02:29.0

The business world revolves around image. The services that thrive are those that provide the most innovation and are the most technically advanced.

Seek to inform consumers with unique webinars

2011-11-02 16:00:42.0

When attempting to make an impact in a competitive global market, organizations look for innovative ways to make a positive last impression on consumers and clients alike.

Pull an all-nighter with video conferencing

2011-11-01 15:40:49.0

It is difficult for students to organize themselves and find time for group projects. With all of the responsibilities that are expected of students in today's educational world, it is no wonder that individuals spend more time stressing than ever before.

Employees can attend their children's activities by using video conferencing technology

2011-10-31 16:00:10.0

Business trips get in the way of personal responsibilities. Of course, in order to lead a prosperous life, some sacrifices must be made. However, the line becomes a bit blurred when it comes down to choosing to travel across the globe to finalize a partnership or attending a graduation ceremony.

Video conferencing and the remote work lifestyle

2011-10-28 14:50:35.0

Video conferencing is an effective way to improve productivity in the office.

Mobile web conferencing is the way of the future

2011-10-27 16:03:16.0

Remote workers only thrive in the workplace when they are able to effectively communicate with coworkers and managers.

Create a ramp-up period for new hires with customized webinars

2011-10-27 08:47:36.0

In sales, companies often do not have enough time to train new hires.

Communicate on the go with web conferencing technology

2011-10-26 15:21:05.0

Web conferencing improves communication by allow users to connect with one another in an intimate way. With high quality video streams, users are able to connect with one another even more universally than ever before.

Video conferencing is only useful when it's high quality

2011-10-25 15:34:30.0

For businesses, video conferencing is only beneficial when it is high quality.

Create personal branding on webinars

2011-10-24 15:04:14.0

Companies that want to create in-house webinars to inform staff members about the latest occurrences can utilize MegaMeeting's Enterprise Private Branding package.

Video conferencing improves employee training

2011-10-21 15:03:49.0

Considering how much time it takes to train new employees, it's no wonder that fewer companies are wasting time by informing individuals of policies and procedures in person.

Video conferencing promotes thought leadership

2011-10-20 15:38:36.0

In some cases, improved communication can affect productivity within a company.

Provide better customer service with video conferencing

2011-10-19 15:52:12.0

Whether it is comfortable to admit or not, banks are important to our daily lives.

Web conferencing is a revolutionary sevice

2011-10-18 17:20:51.0

Whether for personal or professional use, web conferencing is an important and innovative technology.

Video conference on the go with a tablet computer

2011-10-17 15:54:27.0

Technology changes regularly. After saving up for months to purchase a device, it could be extremely outdated within just a few weeks.

Video conferencing improves communication between associates

2011-10-14 15:04:43.0

Large corporations often take up multiple floors of towering office buildings.

Video conferencing enhances communication

2011-10-14 08:20:44.0

Information is a valuable commodity. Those who have it often overlook it, while those who want it tend to overly immerse themselves in a subject thinking they'll come away a genius. However, that's rarely how it works.

Study abroad with video conferencing technology

2011-10-13 08:04:41.0

Students study abroad in a number of amazing and exotic places. For many, it is the first time they've left the country, and the experience can be overwhelming.

Only some video conferencing platforms allow you to invite all your friends

2011-10-12 16:09:34.0

Video conferencing technology is everywhere.

Therapists can use web conferencing to speak with traveling patients

2011-10-12 08:23:41.0

Customers may not always be able to visit the businesses that they need to interact with on a daily basis. However, in some cases, that does not eliminate the need for comprehensive communication between the two parties.

Web conferencing helps businesses save money

2011-10-11 07:57:52.0

Many times, start-up businesses struggle to properly use their initial funding. In particular, travel expenses can quickly deplete a newly-created company's budget.

Remote workers benefit most from video conferencing software

2011-10-10 07:58:04.0

The competitive global market has caused many businesses to seek out the top talent no matter their geographic locations. In some instances, the most qualified individual for an open position may be halfway around the world.

Improve your business with video conferencing

2011-10-07 08:07:38.0

In most industries, communication is essential in order to be successful. Failure to effectively communicate thoughts, ideas and problems with staff members could result in unfavorable circumstances.

Video conferencing helps retailers to offer the same services with fewer employees

2011-10-06 08:36:00.0

Service-based businesses can reduce overhead costs by implementing video conferencing software. While this technology won't ever completely eliminate the need to employ a full workforce, it can be used to limit the number of associates an organization needs to complete simple tasks.

Video conferencing connects remote students to the classroom

2011-10-05 08:18:24.0

Universities attract a wide-range of students, each coming from a separate and unique background. Depending on the educational program, students may be enrolled remotely and attend classes by using innovative technology such as video conferencing.

Video conferencing can improve communication within a business

2011-10-04 15:13:35.0

Business owners have to remain connected with their offices no matter where they are. However, traveling to clients and meeting with industry leaders is also part of their jobs.

MegaMeeting helps organizations hold and broadcast webinars

2011-10-03 15:52:37.0

Businesses organize company-wide conferences in order to educate employees about the latest market trends that are affecting their organizations.

Video conferencing has evolved over the years

2011-09-30 15:15:03.0

Business travel is necessary for communication in many industries because employees often need to meet with clients in order to collaborate on projects.

Video conferencing can improve the customer experience

2011-09-29 15:30:04.0

Services such as transportation systems, libraries and banks can benefit from recent advances made in video conferencing technology.

Video conferencing can help to train new employees

2011-09-29 07:58:19.0

Recent increases in the adoption of remote work policies at many companies show that more companies are hiring employees based on their skill and experience rather than geographical location.

MegaMeeting can help to meet deadlines

2011-09-28 15:29:36.0

A journalist is sitting at his desk looking nervous. A deadline is approaching and he's missing a major part of his investigative report.

MegaMeeting can help doctors to make difficult decisions

2011-09-28 07:53:35.0

Hospitals that treat patients for severe injuries or medical complications can benefit from video conferencing software. In emergency situations, time is of the utmost importance. The right decision, when made in a timely manner, can mean the difference between life and death.

MegaMeeting improves communication between businesses and their clients

2011-09-27 15:49:24.0

Businesses are employing a larger number of remote workers than in the past. These offsite employees conduct work from home, reducing overhead costs for businesses and improving their morale.

Video conferencing saves taxpayers money

2011-09-27 10:03:08.0

Court systems that use video conference software save taxpayers money. The technology helps to connect individuals in confinement with judges without having to employ a large number of uniformed officers to oversee the process.

Students benefit from web conferencing in the classroom

2011-09-26 15:18:54.0

Today's students see benefits from web conferencing technology every day. In the classroom, discussions are made more engaging by remote video conversations because teachers are able to incorporate guest speakers into classroom lectures.

Decisions get made faster with MegaMeeting

2011-09-23 14:31:47.0

A successful office must be an open book. Communication between a coworker and his office manager is essential to productivity. However, with more companies expanding their workforces and creating remote work policies, distance has gotten in the way of face-to-face contact.

MegaMeeting can help ill students receive an education

2011-09-22 15:17:24.0

Serious illnesses, such as mononucleosis or strep throat, can keep students out of classes for weeks or months at a time. While wellness is a top priority, being unable to receive the proper education can prevent a student from graduating on time.

MegaMeeting can connect students from around the world

2011-09-21 14:18:29.0

It seems that with each passing day, more and more controversial topics are being discussed in public.

Video conferencing is useful for connecting members of the press to news stories and people

2011-09-20 15:43:21.0

When it comes to international debates, the global population benefits from the participation of a wide variety of reporters, politicians and citizens. Press video conferencing has emerged as a way for individuals to voice their opinions on topics that impact people all over the world.

Political webinars bring party members together

2011-09-19 15:10:58.0

Video conferencing has been widely accepted by businesses that employ a large remote staff. However, the technology has the ability to impact several other industries and can help connect people to one another while improving communication when it is impossible to meet face-to-face.

MegaMeeting helps employees remain on the same page

2011-09-16 08:02:20.0

Large corporations are comprised of several branches located across a single country or even the world. Being able to actively communicate with distant fellow staff members at will can help eliminate miscommunication and aid in keeping projects on target.

Students can inquire about resources through video conferencing

2011-09-15 15:04:40.0

On college campuses, there are many opportunities for students to improve their knowledge.

Video conferencing can make hospital visits easier

2011-09-14 14:51:27.0

Video conferencing can improve a patient's hospital experience. Individuals that have to spend extended periods of time under the care of a doctor are often cooped up in uncomfortably sanitized rooms. The echoing hallways and constant footsteps can be disruptive when the loneliness isn't difficult to deal with.

MegaMeeting can allow community members to participate in meetings from remote locations

2011-09-13 16:28:05.0

County meetings have always been open to the public, but attracting citizens to participate in them can sometimes be difficult.

MegaMeeting decreases absenteeism

2011-09-12 15:38:25.0

Winter blizzards can prevent people from commuting to the office. While that might come as a relief to employees, a company greatly suffers from the resulting lack of productivity. Web conferencing can help combat unforeseen natural weather hazards and keep businesses running smoothly.

MegaMeeting helps add new perspectives to the classroom

2011-09-09 15:04:35.0

Video conferencing may not completely revise the education system, but it will significantly impact the learning tools used in the classroom.

Video conferencing brings back the personal aspect of digital communication

2011-09-08 16:21:33.0

Improving communication between a corporation and a potential client helps to establish a better rapport, and in some cases, can solidify a partnership.

Video conferencing improves communication within a business

2011-09-07 15:17:05.0

Video conferencing improves communication between businesses and their clients. While the communication tool has been available for years, it has only recently emerged as a highly effective tool to improve connectivity between collaborators.

Video conferencing helps older workers stay on the payroll

2011-09-06 15:06:54.0

Age has always been a problem when it comes to careers.

Video conferencing improves the classroom experience

2011-09-06 08:07:42.0

Before video conferencing had been widely accepted as an easy way to visually communicate with audiences, guest speakers were limited to the number of presentations they could give in one day.

Could classes taught via video conferencing become commonplace?

2011-09-02 14:42:52.0

Colleges recently have begun to offer entire courses supported by recorded lectures called podcasts. Best used for students who are unable to attend classes in person, the lessons help educate individuals and help them save costs in travel.

Video conferencing, by nature, is a green technology

2011-09-01 15:02:54.0

Video conferencing, by design, is a green technology.

The reemergence of web conferencing

2011-08-31 15:29:08.0

Web conferencing has become ubiquitous for most large corporations but has remained absent in small to medium sized business.

Companies continue to invest in video conferencing equipment

2011-08-31 15:28:10.0

Video conferencing has already become a vital communication tool for businesses around the world.

Video conferencing technology is more reliable when based in software rather than hardware

2011-08-30 15:51:54.0

There are numerous benefits to video conferencing.

Organization is the key to success for any online meeting

2011-08-29 15:32:16.0

The technology needed to allow companies to hold remote meetings is becoming easier to acquire and opportunities to save money on business travel are becoming more common.

Doctors can use video conferencing to help save lives

2011-08-26 14:41:02.0

Imagine studying abroad in Helsinki, Finland.

Some overlooked qualities of video conferencing

2011-08-25 15:14:02.0

Video conferencing has been discussed in terms of business interactions for years.

Video conferencing has changed political communication

2011-08-24 13:19:24.0

Video conferencing has taken on new roles as more industries have found new uses for the interactive technology.

Video conferencing is growing in popularity in accordance with remote work trends

2011-08-23 15:21:39.0

Video conferencing used to be so unbelievably expensive that even the largest corporations found it inefficient to install.

High-quality video improves the reputation of video conferencing technology

2011-08-22 14:40:08.0

When video conferencing technology first hit the market, it wasn't met with much applause from the business world.

Video conferencing at self-checkout stations

2011-08-22 14:38:40.0

In recent years at many retail stores, computerized self-checkout stations have replaced personalized check-out stands.

Video conferencing can help repair workers to investigate issues before they travel

2011-08-19 14:09:44.0

Video conferencing is a great way to improve customer relations. Many service-based jobs rely on customer feedback, and for repair businesses, video conferencing can save them a lot of money on travel expenses.

Video conferencing makes touring schools easier

2011-08-18 14:59:17.0

Universities are beginning to offer online interviews to potential students.

Police agencies embrace video conferencing

2011-08-17 14:48:01.0

Video conferencing equipment can be used to allow police officials to discuss important issues with other branches, the public or a governing body at any time of day.

ATMs soon to have video conferencing capabilities

2011-08-16 15:39:24.0

Video conferencing has changed the way we communicate with businesses and with one another. Whether used to conduct interviews with potential new-hires across the country or to reduce travel expenses, video conferencing has developed a new method of communication.

Video conferencing makes group projects easier

2011-08-15 15:31:00.0

Students in colleges and universities all over the world are often put into groups and given projects to complete together.

Video conferencing equipment cuts down on commute times

2011-08-12 14:59:04.0

When discussing the uses of video conferencing, the benefits that are typically mentioned revolve around improved connectivity between coworkers and clients

Video conferencing helps news outlets conduct interviews

2011-08-11 13:53:36.0

When they read the news today, most people want to be informed about the latest headlines from all over the country, not just their local bubble. News sources are left with the tough task of figuring out how to provide newsworthy topics in a credible way.

Video conferencing is an important technology in the classroom

2011-08-10 11:49:48.0

Growing up, kids are taught that excelling in school will result in getting into a good college or university. Not that the sentiment is wrong, but most teachers tend to leave out the part about being able to afford it.

MegaMeeting helps bring more employees to business conferences

2011-08-09 14:33:11.0

Companies that have clients and sister organizations overseas know how important staying connected is.

Hybrid operating rooms come with video conferencing equipment

2011-08-08 15:35:11.0

Hospitals across the country are embracing new medical technological innovations that offer solutions to common surgical issues. A new wave of heart procedures are expected to gain federal approval over the next few years based around newly invented Hybrid ORs.

Web conferencing helps promote artists' work

2011-08-05 15:18:56.0

Web conferencing is usually associated with business practices, but the technology can be used for recreational purposes as well, such as broadcasting live entertainment events.

Video conferencing helps connect office branches

2011-08-04 15:18:18.0

Businesses have been using video conferencing to cut travel costs for years.

Video conferencing helps reveal nonverbal clues in communication

2011-08-03 14:48:54.0

Video conferencing is an important technology to have in any corporate business. It is the preferred method of communication in the absence of physical proximity due to the ability it provides to read client and coworkers nonverbal clues.

Video conferencing in the classroom

2011-08-02 14:16:54.0

Video conferencing software has changed the dynamic of the classroom for many students.

Improvements in technology build trust between employers and employees

2011-08-01 15:12:31.0

Employers are looking for potential new hires based on talent rather than geographical location.

Online business practices promote an eco-friendly reputation

2011-07-29 14:51:08.0

Companies are slowly switching over to cloud computing as a way to lower operational costs and promote a green reputation in the office.

SEO webinar educates businesses about search engine rankings

2011-07-28 14:44:45.0

There is an endless amount of information found through search engines these days. For consumers, it can be hard to sift through useless pages and find the information that pertains to what they're interested in.

Medicine benefits from video conference technology

2011-07-27 15:39:37.0

Video conferencing is affecting medical practices across the globe. Sometimes viewed as a major innovation and a giant technological leap, telemedicine has changed the way doctors and patients interact as we know it.

Video conferences could help victims of substance abuse

2011-07-26 14:14:59.0

Substance abuse and alcohol addiction have plagued many people across the world. Telephone hotlines have long been used to help curb urges and deter users from spiralling further out of control.

Video conferencing use in trials reduces costs for court systems

2011-07-25 14:11:57.0

There once was a time where if someone was caught committing a crime, justice was served immediately.

U.S. universities offer students in Puerto Rico a chance to study through web conferencing

2011-07-22 11:16:41.0

For students aiming to receive higher education who live in locations where such resources are unavailable, the use of web conferencing in classrooms has provided a solution.

Webinars help educate parents on how to prevent their children from using addictive drugs

2011-07-21 14:19:27.0

Anyone can go onto the internet and find helpful information. However, not everything you read is always the whole truth.

Video conferencing in schools is changing the way kids learn

2011-07-20 16:12:36.0

In the past, school systems were limited to the knowledge held by their staff. However, today teachers and experts in different fields of study are able to teach a class collectively.

Customer service made easier with video conferencing technology

2011-07-19 14:39:48.0

Many people resent being put on hold while trying to reach a customer service agent. Any alteration in sound raises hopes that they are about to be switched over to a real person.

Video conferencing gives parents their children back

2011-07-19 14:34:18.0

Two young girls were reunited with their deported parents due to testimony given over a web conference in a U.S. court. This is one of the first examples of international testimony given through this type of technology and offers insight into how our judicial system can conduct hearings with prosecutors or defendants in separate locations.

Video conferencing speeds up the hiring process for many businesses

2011-07-18 14:16:36.0

The job market is tough these days, and for employers in search of new employees, it is important to be able to access the best possible option no matter where they're located.

MegaMeeting offers invaluable services to companies

2011-07-15 15:40:29.0

MegaMeeting continues to provide companies with valuable equipment and software that can keep your business flowing smoothly.

Web conferencing is changing the way lessons are taught in classrooms

2011-07-15 15:14:52.0

Advanced education is becoming increasingly important in the enrichment of our lives. On average, more people are attending universities and colleges than any generation before, and with this new desire to keep learning comes different platforms on which it is received.

NCAA offers educational webinars to student athletes on proper recruiting policies

2011-07-15 08:03:14.0

A hot topic as of late in the NCAA recruiting and eligibility world is how to deal with third-party liaisons capitalizing off prized recruits.

Los Angeles Department of Water and Power holds informational webinar

2011-07-14 14:56:50.0

Gone are the days of public meetings in city halls and court rooms. Nowadays, informational webinars are taking charge and giving thousands of people the opportunity to learn more about public projects as well as weigh in on the pressing topics.

Tips for delivering a speech using video conferencing

2011-07-13 15:54:35.0

In the past, meetings between management and clients or employees were held in a personal setting.

Telemedicine in prisons is born thanks to advancements in web conferencing technology.

2011-07-13 15:28:06.0

Prisoners can fall victim to disease just like the rest of humanity. It is immoral to deny them the right to see a doctor, but with rising costs of travel and inherent risks in transporting criminals to and from facilities, the use of telemedicine is becoming more popular in correctional environments.

Video conferencing is revolutionary for those with hearing disabilities

2011-07-13 08:11:54.0

Video conferencing has improved business interactions between companies that are stationed across great distances, but its usage can also be applied to many different functions outside of the business sphere.

Video conferencing cuts costs for businesses

2011-07-12 13:56:13.0

With new ways to video chat evolving across multiple platforms, it is only natural for video conferencing to steadily climb in rank of preferred communication methods between businesses and clients each year.

Georgia police department enters the future with video conferencing suite

2011-07-11 15:36:06.0

Decades of science fiction television and film have promised the advent of video telephones, and it seems that those visions are finally coming to pass.

Companies should embrace employee training to optimize video conferencing

2011-07-08 15:41:48.0

Many of the skills and talents that workers are called upon to use in the course of a job require little to no training.

Video conferencing requires a new conversation etiquette

2011-07-07 16:40:01.0

The use of web conferencing suites is a boon for companies that often incur high travel costs.

Video conferencing makes lengthy hospital stays easier for children

2011-07-06 15:56:05.0

One industry that is uniquely positioned to take advantage of video conferencing technology is medicine.

Companies should prepare bandwidth for video conferencing

2011-07-05 15:28:49.0

Businesses that are interested in reducing travel costs and increasing their ability to collaborate across large distances often look to web conferencing technology.

Video conference summit seeks to bridge gap between business and government

2011-07-01 16:42:46.0

Web conferencing technology has been increasingly used by private companies as well as government agencies.

United States Congress set to embrace video conferencing

2011-06-30 14:24:28.0

If there is one organization in all of North America that has spending and savings in mind, it is the United State Congress.

Video conferencing can help companies find the perfect employees

2011-06-29 15:38:59.0

The highly-touted benefits of web conferencing technology include the savings that come from reduced travel as well as increases in innovation thanks to instant collaboration.

New software could bridge the gap between video conferencing systems

2011-06-29 15:26:26.0

One of the biggest challenges faced by video conferencing technology is the mismatch of file formats and input devices between different systems.

Pennsylvania County saves money by embracing video conferencing

2011-06-28 15:45:20.0

The precursor to Delaware County, Pennsylvania's current web conferencing system was implemented in 1984, the Delaware County Daily Times reports.

Victims of Parkinson's disease find treatment through video conferencing

2011-06-27 14:56:55.0

Those afflicted with Parkinson's disease must contend with difficulty throughout their daily routines.

Internet speed creates video conferencing limitations

2011-06-24 15:48:11.0

As travel costs rise and software prices drop, more companies are discovering that there are incredible savings to be had by using video conferencing technology.

Pennsylvania taxpayers see incredible savings thanks to video conferencing

2011-06-24 12:59:51.0

When governments take steps to reduce spending in these lean economic times, their methods must be sound.

Video communications systems expected to grow in number this year

2011-06-24 12:58:45.0

Companies are realizing the benefits of video conferencing technology more and more every year.

Small businesses can save money and go green with a high-end telepresence

2011-06-23 15:36:58.0

One of the most important tasks for any small business that is just earning its commercial wings is to reduce any unnecessary costs.

African businesses find success through video conferencing

2011-06-22 15:33:42.0

The continent of Africa is constantly plagued by tragedy, from political upheavals to massive health epidemics.

Video conferencing connects teams and players on NBA draft day

2011-06-21 15:01:25.0

One of the largest televised video conferencing conversations ever organized is set to take place on the NBA's draft day

Video conferencing technology assists in the treatment of hearing-impaired drug users

2011-06-20 14:05:42.0

When new technology arises, it often brings with it solutions for seemingly unrelated problems.

India's high court hears case through video conferencing technology

2011-06-15 11:03:18.0

The United States Supreme Court has yet to allow photographs or video cameras inside its chamber.

Cleveland's Cuyahoga County may soon implement grand jury video conferencing

2011-06-14 15:58:16.0

After a test run in outlying towns, the city of Cleveland and its county's constituent municipalities are receiving pressure from prosecutor's offices to implement video conferencing for grand jury testimony.

Important medical position at Galloway hospital filled with video conferencing

2011-06-14 09:41:01.0

A common science fiction theme - the robotic or computerized doctor - is slowly becoming a reality.

Green video conferencing technology used for corporate accountability

2011-06-10 15:46:30.0

Most web conferencing applications facilitate the collaboration between two or more employees at the same company.

Video conferencing can do more than reduce travel costs

2011-06-09 11:20:44.0

One of the most common uses for web conferencing technology is connecting executives and specialists over vast distances for important business meetings.

Standardization and collaboration come to the video conferencing industry

2011-06-07 15:03:35.0

When new technology arrives on the market, one of the first problems that arises is the need for products from different companies to be able to interact with one another.

New audio format developed to make video conferencing even better

2011-06-06 17:37:34.0

One important step on the road to the current state of digital music was the creation of high-quality audio formats that could quickly be copied and transmitted.

Grand jury hearings via video conference save time and money

2011-06-03 13:36:51.0

The United States legal system is formed on the basis of due process. As a result, rigorous testimony before a suspect can even go to trial is necessary to ensure a lawful conviction.

Video conferencing allows businesses to go green

2011-06-02 16:16:23.0

With added attention directed toward the environment and the impact companies have on it, many businesses are seeking to do their part by becoming more ecologically friendly.

Australia's far-apart cities make internet traffic grow

2011-06-02 12:56:24.0

The nation of Australia is quite large, yet its interior is rural and mostly uninhabited. As a result, cities and towns Down Under are often far flung and inconvenient to travel between.

Tucson students get a chance to talk with heroes in space

2011-06-01 14:20:50.0

It's not every so often that kids get to communicate with people high above the earth, but last week, some elementary school students got to do just that.

New program allows veterans to interview for jobs via video conferencing

2011-06-01 12:10:46.0

National unemployment in the United States hovers around 9 percent. This number is unfortunate, yet what may be even more unfortunate is the jobless rate for veterans.

Political activists connect via web conference

2011-05-31 13:39:50.0

Video conferencing technology is a great way for companies to collaborate on projects - and it seems that people fighting for freedom around the world have come to the same conclusion.

Virtual field trips bring animals to the classroom

2011-05-31 13:39:15.0

Students in Liverpool, New York, can't make it to the Rosamund Gifford Zoo in Syracuse every week for their environmental science class.

Canada leads the world in web conferencing for medical care

2011-05-31 13:38:22.0

Like many industrialized nations, Canada has an efficient health care system.

Mobile video conferencing not quite ready for center stage

2011-05-26 14:25:51.0

The burgeoning mobile technology market is making investors and innovators scramble to find ways to implement mobile technology in a variety of systems. Employers are beginning to use smartphones for employee scheduling and doctors increasingly use tablet PCs for diagnoses

Indian citizens hold regular video conferences with politicians

2011-05-25 13:37:11.0

Those who think government should be run like a business would be pleased with the Indian state of Dehli's most recent innovation: government web conferencing.

Massachusetts researchers video conference to cure AIDS

2011-05-25 13:36:31.0

Massachusetts General Hospital, which is affiliated with Harvard Medical School, founded HIV Online Provider Education (HOPE) in 2004 as a means to share information and research in the quest to cure AIDS

Taking a shortcut around prayer, the Pope teleconferences with the heavens

2011-05-24 11:55:15.0

Depending upon what you believe, the Pope has made either one of the shortest or one of the longest communications into the sky. According to PC Magazine, Benedict XVI held a video chat with astronauts on the International Space Station this week.

Video conferencing saves money and negates natural disaster delays

2011-05-24 11:54:09.0

Using new technology to bring business partners and collaborators face to face provides many advantages. The cost of travel is mitigated by the use of webcams and HD monitors, and communication becomes instantaneous, rather than delayed.

Video conferences between lawyers and suspects save governments money

2011-05-24 08:19:14.0

Every movie or television program about the police invariably has a scene in which suspects are told their rights. One right that everyone remembers: the right to an attorney.

When video conferencing, spend time to build the relationship

2011-05-24 08:18:25.0

Businesses are increasingly choosing to invest in web conference technology as a way to save money on travel costs. This is a wise investment, and as the use of this technology increases, the business and personal etiquette that surrounds telepresence communication must change.

Video conferencing making great strides for education

2011-05-23 08:14:15.0

The use of web conference technology solves many problems. It can bridge the gap between people who are many miles apart, and great deal of money is saved when video conferencing reduces the need for paper products.

Video conferencing ATMs are green and efficient

2011-05-19 15:36:08.0

One of the many benefits of web conferencing is that it saves money.

How to know if your video conferencing system will succeed

2011-05-18 14:52:36.0

A recently released paper, entitled "Five Key Factors for Success with Your Business Video Conferencing System," outlines what can be considered the five most important factor for evaluating business web conferencing success.

New study reveals how many doctors use video conferencing

2011-05-16 15:10:19.0

No one likes to sit in a doctor's office, waiting to speak with a physician - and not least of all when the matter is something trivial. More and more doctors may be using video conferencing, but it seems that there's still a long way to go.

Three quarters of enterprises will be video conferencing in two years

2011-05-16 10:08:42.0

It seems that not so long ago, most off-site business meetings took place over the telephone. However, very quickly the world has shifted to a web-based mentality. With that mentality has emerged the web conferencing trend.

Video conference brings together soldier and students

2011-05-12 15:16:56.0

This week saw an inauspicious but emotional new use for web conference technology. In Ames, Iowa, a soldier in Afghanistan was able to take part in a junior high school band recital.

Government meetings held more and more via web conference

2011-05-11 14:30:34.0

International leaders are increasingly using video conferencing as a means to hold summits, attend seminars and meet collaborators.

Apply for a real job at a virtual job fair

2011-05-10 15:21:41.0

Video conferencing technology is now helping job seekers find employment. This summer will see the debut of the Virtual Job Summit in Santa Cruz, California.

To save money and the environment, courts turn to video conferencing

2011-05-09 15:36:10.0

As the technology becomes more affordable, web conferences are increasing as a means for city and state court systems to hand down judgements.

Expect an explosion in video conferencing in the next five years

2011-05-06 11:53:02.0

The economy might be sluggish, but one industry expected to see a lot of growth in the foreseeable future is web conferencing.

NASA holds video conference with students

2011-05-06 08:06:30.0

In celebration of Earth Day, NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, California, hosted a web chat conference with students all over the country.

Professor maintains impeccable attendance with video conferencing

2011-05-05 08:13:29.0

An engineering professor at Texas' LeTourneau University achieved a perfect attendance record despite being hospitalized by using web conferencing technology.

Know your required level of video conferencing

2011-05-05 08:11:51.0

As the Mother Nature Network reminds us, besides being convenient, web conferencing and video conferences can really help us keep the planet environmentally safe.

Video conferencing robots being used in California hospitals

2011-04-28 17:01:26.0

Talk about high-tech: Hospitals in California are using robots on wheels to connect doctors who may not currently be physically available to patients using video conferencing technology.

States can save more money with telehealth practices

2011-04-27 17:31:04.0

States around the country are looking for more ways to lower their deficits by seeking approval to use their Medicaid funds to promote telehealth efforts.

Businesses hit by rising fuel costs could benefit from video conferencing

2011-04-27 17:30:25.0

The steep increase in fuel prices is becoming a raising concern for many business owners everywhere.

NFL commissioner using video conferencing to interact with fans

2011-04-26 16:24:16.0

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell will be interacting with fans for a question-and-answer session with the help of video conferencing technology at the Bears Expo.

Desktop video conferencing can be a batter alternative to enterprise systems

2011-04-26 16:23:47.0

Enterprise video conferencing systems are often prone to scheduling issues. Companies normally only have a handful of conference rooms dedicated solely to the technology, and employees looking to use the infrastructure normally have to go through some sort of scheduling system.

Video conferencing technology headed into boardroom meetings

2011-04-25 17:19:00.0

Video conferencing may have been around for a while, but it has only recently been used in board meetings in major corporations in the U.S.

Reflecting on Earth Day

2011-04-25 07:01:14.0

During Earth Day, people are given the opportunity to reflect on what they have accomplished during the past year to help protect the environment.

Vatican City getting in on the video conferencing technology

2011-04-22 17:48:12.0

The sovereign territory of the Holy See is beefing up its technological infrastructure by deploying video conferencing technology within the city to enhance communications within the organization around the world.

Indian chief minister uses video conferencing for business culture meet

2011-04-21 20:12:31.0

London recently held the Gujarat Success Business Culture Meet to discuss the current economic developments in the Indian region of Gujarat.

Choose the right video conferencing solution for your needs

2011-04-21 20:10:18.0

If you're a business owner looking for ways to include new forms of technology into your everyday operating system to help alleviate overhead expenses, you've probably heard about different kinds of video conferencing technology already.

How video conferencing can help small businesses

2011-04-19 23:00:33.0

Video conferencing technology has become as pervasive as ever, used by major companies to streamline decision-making tasks and reduce travel expenses.

Video conferencing can be helpful in completing tasks

2011-04-18 20:30:48.0

No work environment is perfect, and there are many different factors that can weigh in on the success of your team.

Georgia World Bank office participates in video conferencing

2011-04-15 19:04:25.0

Not everyone was able to make it physically to the World Bank's World Development Report on Conflict, Security and Development held in Washington D.C.

IT company adopts video conferencing solution

2011-04-14 17:05:20.0

With 1,150 staff members around the world, IT company Oakton adopted video conferencing technology in many of its branches to reduce travel costs and improve communications.

Online Tech hosts webinar on cloud computing

2011-04-13 19:40:56.0

The current it-phrase with the techies is cloud computing, and Online Tech will shed some light on the cloud with a webinar.

Goodwin Center helping Holocaust survivors share their stories through video conferencing

2011-04-12 17:49:39.0

Holocaust survivors will share their stories with different schools in New Jersey with the help of video conferencing technology.

Federal grant helps Missouri patients

2011-04-11 16:08:54.0

The Missouri Telehealth Network recently received a $220,000 federal grant, allowing the organization to expand its system to further connect rural patients with healthcare providers through video conferencing technology.

Health care leaders agree on importance of telehealth

2011-04-08 16:23:30.0

We all know that technology like video conferencing is revolutionizing the way people do business.

Demand for video conferencing increasing in South Africa

2011-04-07 16:02:22.0

Last year, business jet-setters were wary of traveling due to the influx of visitors for the World Cup, so many relied on video conferencing technology instead.

Telework Week saved employees close to $3 million

2011-04-06 15:31:39.0

Telework Exchange deemed National Telework Week a success, reporting that employees and businesses saved $2.7 million in commuting costs.

The rising market for videoconferencing

2011-04-05 15:13:06.0

Video conferencing is slowly becoming a necessity for companies that want to keep up with the competition in the global community.

Video conferencing taking off in rural Australian clinics

2011-04-04 14:16:43.0

Broadband systems in Australia's rural areas are paving the way for a new kind of patient care.

Mobile workforce managers can benefit from non-traditional communications like videoconferencing

2011-04-01 21:10:29.0

Most business owners may still be unprepared for the evolving work environment.

Shareholders meet through videoconferencing

2011-03-31 20:27:06.0

Vietnamese companies are using the power of videoconferencing to hold general shareholder meetings in the country.

University providing medical services through videoconferencing

2011-03-31 20:26:28.0

A Texas A&M University-led team recently started a program that will use video conferencing technology to offer mental health services to rural residents who might not have the ability to travel due to financial or health reasons.

Web conferencing allows students to discuss global strategies

2011-03-30 17:37:46.0

With the current situation in Japan, teachers are thinking outside the box and using technology to educate students about the importance of coordinated strategies to help nations that have been ravaged by natural disasters.

Cops using videoconferencing technology to get warrants quicker

2011-03-30 17:37:16.0

The Palm Bay Police Department in Florida is starting to use videoconferencing technology to get warrants from judges at a faster pace, according to TG Daily.

Videoconferencing spending to reach $5 billion in 2015

2011-03-29 14:08:33.0

Businesses will spend $5 billion on videoconferencing in four years, according to a study released by research firm Infonetics.

Videoconferencing being used as part of treatment strategy

2011-03-28 13:47:21.0

You may not be able to administer medication over the internet, but specialists can use videoconferencing as a part of the treatment and monitoring of people with HIV and depression.

Temple Grandin as keynote speaker in webinar

2011-03-25 15:56:29.0

Animal scientist and professor Temple Grandin will be speaking on a webinar about handling cattle and other livestock, according to the High Plains Journal.

Small business owners benefit through webinar marketing classes

2011-03-23 15:00:05.0

Stamps.com will be providing a free, educational webinar to help small business owners with their marketing needs, according to The Street.

Video conferencing helping out medical students

2011-03-22 13:48:43.0

The Higher Education Commission in Pakistan is using video conferencing technology to help educate medical students in the country.

Kentucky universities offering webinar for goat farmers

2011-03-21 13:32:22.0

A cooperative effort between the University of Kentucky, Purdue University and Kentucky State University will offer webinar sessions to give those interested some information on livestock farming.

Video conferencing treatment for people with OCD

2011-03-18 13:23:44.0

Many patients with obsessive-compulsive disorder don't have access to proper treatment, so professors at Drexel University are turning to video conferencing to address this problem.

Is web conferencing the right solution for your business?

2011-03-17 08:04:52.0

The workplace is currently evolving to meet the demands of globalization. Companies are relying less on location and physical meet-ups to do business with the advent of web conferencing technology.

Webinars offered to boost post-college employment

2011-03-16 08:20:54.0

With the economy still struggling, college graduates are having a difficult time finding employment. In fact, the Department of Labor reports that as much as 80 percent of recent grads do not get jobs immediately after receiving a diploma.

Video conferencing devices installed in Pennsylvania classrooms

2011-03-15 09:39:38.0

Children who don't have the resources to take a field trip can now stay in their classrooms and take a virtual journey through video conferencing technology.

Live surgery broadcasted through web conferencing

2011-03-14 15:58:36.0

Using web conferencing as a tool for business is becoming more common, but how about using the technology to demonstrate surgery?

Senator introduces telehealth bill

2011-03-11 14:01:49.0

South Dakota senator John Thune is reintroducing the "Fostering Independence Through Technology Act," a bill that has been presented to congress before but has yet to pass.

The $228 billion expense

2011-03-10 14:49:45.0

Every day, business executives, salespeople and other mobile members of corporations around the world hop on trains, cars and jet planes.

Kenya at the forefront of African videoconferencing

2011-03-09 15:16:13.0

Travel costs as well as terrorist threats in the continent are becoming major factors driving the growth of video conferencing systems in countries like Kenya, according to AllAfrica.com.

The 100th anniversary of International Women's Day available on webinar

2011-03-08 16:53:27.0

The International Women's Day event in Toronto will be available as a webinar for everyone to take part in, according to host and manager Julia Hidy.

Carbon-intensive flying is out as more businesses adopt video conferencing

2011-03-07 15:05:21.0

More companies are making changes in the way that they do business.

Telehealth helping people in Scottish islands

2011-03-04 16:45:04.0

The Scottish Centre for Telehealth recently unveiled a videoconferencing project, linking the National Health Service for Greater Glasgow's neuropsychology center to a clinic in the Western Isles, according to the Stornoway Gazette.

Tech trends for businesses include videoconferencing

2011-03-03 17:35:53.0

In 2011, high-tech solutions aren't just for big corporations anymore, as small and mid-sized companies are finding different applications for technology.

Veterans Affairs Department kicks off videoconferencing services

2011-03-02 16:10:36.0

The VA recently kicked off videoconferencing services that were installed in clinics in rural Colorado, according to the Craig Daily Press.

More companies pushing telehealth into spotlight

2011-03-01 17:38:30.0

Helping patients remotely through the use of advances in technology makes a lot of sense. Videoconferencing, for example, can be used to diagnose those who may not have the ability to travel to a physician.

Chinese company going green with videoconferencing

2011-02-28 15:51:27.0

It looks like more and more businesses are going green by tuning into their monitors for company meetings.

California hospital using videoconferencing technology

2011-02-28 15:47:45.0

Telecommunications is fast becoming an important aspect of the health sector. The efficiency of technologies such as videoconferencing allows for faster diagnoses and could potentially save lives.

How companies are cutting costs

2011-02-28 15:46:45.0

With the current economic climate, companies are looking for ways to cut their expenses to avoid potential layoffs.

Videoconferencing becoming mainstream solution

2011-02-25 16:13:52.0

Videoconferencing is fast becoming a technology solution for major corporations and government sectors, according to Gadget.

'Women in Chemistry' conference available online

2011-02-25 16:10:08.0

A conference called The Future of Women in Chemistry and Science was recently organized to bring together leaders in chemistry to discuss the role of women in the field, according to The Street.

Bank of Moscow makes use of video conferencing

2011-02-24 14:29:41.0

Customer service for the Bank of Moscow is going full force into the digital frontier. The company recently installed video conference technology in one of its branches, allowing people to visit the booth at any time for consultation.

Underage drinking seminars go digital

2011-02-24 14:27:22.0

Government and private sectors alike use different marketing tools to educate people about the dangers of drinking.

Library provides video conferencing services

2011-02-23 16:23:33.0

Although most libraries still house a collection of invaluable books and other references, some are also beginning to provide services in another way - online.

Webcam yoga: The future of fitness?

2011-02-22 18:12:35.0

Most of us have used video conferencing technology while others may have heard the revolutionary role that video conferencing has played in globalization.

Video arraignments cheaper, more convenient

2011-02-21 19:29:39.0

Video conferencing is starting to be widely used in many different business and health sectors, but who knew that the technology would make court arraignments more convenient?

The history of video conferencing

2011-02-18 14:41:30.0

These days, online video chatting and even corporate video conferencing are regular forms of communication for many people. You can easily see a friend who is on another continent with a simple click of a mouse and a webcam. Businesses are making deals with others without the need to travel.

Philippine health panel sees telehealth project as top priority

2011-02-17 17:43:38.0

The Congressional Commission on Science, Technology and Engineering is looking to implement a national telehealth project in the Philippines, according to NewsBytes.

Web conferencing industry to double in 2015

2011-02-16 23:18:30.0

Telecommunications analyst Ovum believes that spending on web conferencing will reach $2.7 billion in 2015, doubling the $1.2 billion that was reached in 2010.

Telehealth initiative connects HIV-positive Alabamans with healthcare professionals

2011-02-15 16:47:50.0

A new telehealth initiative aims to provide citizens of rural Alabama living with HIV/AIDS with access to specialists who can help improve their quality of life.

Web conferencing demand to grow by 149 percent in Australia by 2016

2011-02-14 17:57:38.0

Video conferencing isn't just popular in America - businesses and individuals alike are embracing web and video conferencing technology in many other countries around the world, including Australia.

Bank of America, Merrill Lynch to launch video conferencing trials

2011-02-10 16:52:12.0

In the aftermath of the financial crisis of 2008, many businesses have been looking for a way to cut back on costs without sacrificing customer service. Thanks to video conferencing technology, Bank of America may have found a way to do just that.

Poetry slam organizer partners with video equipment provider

2011-02-09 16:46:25.0

IVCi, a producer of video conferencing equipment, has announced plans to join forces with Global Writes to connect participants in the 2011 Bronx Poetry Slam.

Cincinnati Archbishop connects to local students via video conference during Catholic Schools Week

2011-02-08 16:55:30.0

Catholic students in Cincinnati, Ohio, will have the opportunity this week to speak with their archbishop during a special teleconferencing event.

Church uses video conferencing for Valentine's Day festivities

2011-02-07 17:16:18.0

Video conferencing has found many uses amongst businesspeople, doctors and law enforcement professionals. Now, a church in Staten Island, New York, will use the technology to bring an inspiring Valentine's Day message to its followers.

Video conferencing comes to Wyoming courthouse

2011-02-04 17:10:45.0

The Johnson County Courthouse in Buffalo, Wyoming, will soon have a new and improved way of communicating with the world - video conferencing technology.

Video conferencing lets sick kids stay in school

2011-02-03 15:17:38.0

Video conferencing is already popular in the business world, and it's gaining followers in the academic world, too.

Workers slow to embrace video conferencing

2011-02-02 16:24:17.0

A recent study has revealed that some workers are still slow to warm up to video conferencing technology as a development that can help them manage their professional lives more effectively.

Anybots releases QB telepresence robot

2011-02-01 17:44:50.0

For the last few decades, technology has been racing along at a breakneck pace, and it shows no signs of slowing down. Just 20 years ago, cell phones were virtually unheard of - now we not only call on the go, we video conference, too. And now we might do it with robots.

Five reasons to try web conferencing

2011-01-31 15:00:57.0

If you've been putting off giving web conferencing a try, the website WebConferencing.org has five convincing reasons why you should begin using this important technology in your business.

Video conferencing is a green solution to business travel

2011-01-31 15:00:21.0

The benefits of video conferencing are virtually endless, especially when it comes to saving a little extra green in the professional world.

Students connect to professionals via video conferencing

2011-01-31 14:59:48.0

Video conferencing has a number of applications, both personal and professional.

The benefits of web conferencing

2011-01-28 17:20:33.0

In today's business world, companies can't afford to be distant or disconnected from their investors, clients, customers and partners.

A virtual whiteboard takes video conferencing to the next level

2011-01-28 17:20:06.0

If video conferencing systems have one limitation, it's that you can't interact with the people on the other side of the conference the way you would in a real boardroom.

Manitoba implements province-wide telepresence network

2011-01-27 17:08:36.0

The Canadian province of Manitoba is working to reduce its carbon footprint by implementing a widespread telepresence network that will let universities throughout the region communicate with one another via video conferencing systems.

Video conferencing can help 'eliminate misunderstandings'

2011-01-26 16:29:26.0

Video and web conferencing systems are becoming increasingly popular in the business world, and with good reason. The systems help companies save on travel, help them stay in touch with faraway contacts and can even help reduce miscommunication errors.

Polish hospital implements video conferencing system

2011-01-26 16:28:50.0

It's not just hospitals in America that are taking advantage of video conferencing technology to communicate with their faraway patients - some hospitals in Europe are embracing the new systems, too.

Video conferencing technology crucial to small businesses

2011-01-25 17:48:31.0

Entrepreneur magazine has listed video conferencing technology, web conferencing and other internet-based communication strategies among the five high-tech business trends to watch in 2011.

Web conferencing an important technology in 2011

2011-01-24 17:50:08.0

With technology growing at an astounding pace and new applications for mobile and computer devices being discovered every day, it's no surprise that analysts believe web conferencing could be among the most beneficial technologies available to business professionals in 2011.

Telehealth gains followers overseas

2011-01-21 19:32:30.0

Video conferencing isn't just popular with U.S. healthcare companies - it's also a big hit overseas.

US Army telehealth program gets slow start

2011-01-20 15:18:00.0

The United States Army is now working to implement video conferencing as a way to provide much-needed healthcare services to soldiers serving abroad.

Video conferencing connects Carnegie Mellon University with satellite campus in Qatar

2011-01-19 14:30:15.0

It's not at all uncommon for American universities to have satellite campuses - for example, the University of California exists in both Berkeley and Los Angeles, as well as in eight other California cities.

Hospital implements video conferencing technology to translate for non-English-speaking patients

2011-01-18 17:03:59.0

Going to the doctor is often a confusing experience, as physicians spout medical terms and complicated Latin-based disease names that are difficult to understand for many of us.

Salesforce to acquire DimDim web conferencing firm for $31 million

2011-01-17 17:57:10.0

Business professionals agree that video and web conferencing is the next big thing for corporations around the world. Now, Salesforce has acquired the web conferencing firm DimDim for a cool $31 million.

Video conferencing predictions for 2011

2011-01-14 13:41:26.0

What's in store for video conferencing in 2011? According to Avistar, quite a bit.

Baptist seminary takes religious education high-tech

2011-01-13 13:02:17.0

Religion isn't exactly know for being high-tech, but one center for religious education is embracing the new with video conferencing equipment that will let students study their faith from all around the globe.

Video conferencing for mid-size companies

2011-01-12 16:02:10.0

Technology like video conferencing used to be cost-prohibitive for businesses under a certain size, but those days are over.

New HoverCam Neo combines video conferencing, camera, scanner technologies

2011-01-11 17:19:14.0

Las Vegas isn't usually known for technology, unless you're talking about slot machines and security cameras.

Video conferencing on every budget

2011-01-07 17:25:04.0

Once considered a technology of the future, relegated to sci-fi movies and out-of-this-world TV shows, video conferencing is now becoming a reality. But not only is it a plausible technology - there are also affordable options for companies of all sizes and budgets.

3-D video conferencing becomes reality

2011-01-06 16:04:32.0

At this year's Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, where the hottest gadgets and technologies debut, Panasonic has unveiled its new upgrade for video conferencing.

German officer describes fierce fighting via video conference

2011-01-05 17:45:43.0

Soldiers are still facing unthinkable challenges in Afghanistan as the war continues to roar on.

Green initiatives featured in webinars

2011-01-04 18:53:51.0

Living your life a little more "green" could be as easy as turning on your computer and logging on to two new webinars.

Beekeeping via the web

2011-01-03 17:11:11.0

There will soon be a lot of buzz about a new webinar from the Penn State Cooperative Extension School.

Webinars to discuss traumatic brain injuries

2010-12-30 14:05:18.0

When it comes to traumatic brain injuries, sufferers and their families may feel completely lost and alone. But there are resources online that can help educate and provide support for TBI and psychological healthcare.

Video conferencing changes business in Idaho

2010-12-29 18:53:24.0

Businesses, agencies and schools have invested in video conferencing technology in Idaho, making it cheaper and easier for many people in the state to use telecommunication, reports the Idaho Statesman.

Families to communicate with Guantanamo detainees

2010-12-28 14:54:33.0

The International Committee of the Red Cross has recently made it possible for families in Yemen to communicate with their relatives detained at the U.S. facility in Guantanamo Bay for the first time, via video conference, reports Khabrein.

NASA explores the possibilities for video conferencing

2010-12-27 18:35:50.0

Leave it to NASA to be one of the nation's pioneers in utilizing video conferencing technology. They were the first to be able to broadcast from space after all.

Athletic department looks to video conferencing for savings

2010-12-22 17:17:09.0

The New York State Public High School Athletic Association is facing tough economic times. During the 2009-2010 school year, the organization was forced to make a bevy of cuts and changes in order to balance the budget.

Video conferencing saves school district time, money

2010-12-21 12:54:30.0

Business in the Lakeshore School Division in Manitoba, Canada, just got a bit easier.

Video technology from university to farmer

2010-12-21 12:52:36.0

It was no easy task getting farming information to the most rural parts of India. That is, until the emergence of video conferencing technology.

Officials: Video conferencing increases court effectiveness

2010-12-20 15:46:24.0

Officials in Paris, Tennessee, have found that their state-of-the-art video conferencing technology has resulted in a huge leap forward for the Henry County Sheriff's Department and the Henry County General Sessions Court, reports the Paris Post-Intelligencer.

NASA brings space to the classroom via webinar

2010-12-20 15:45:34.0

NASA LEARN, or Learning Environments and Research Network, has teamed up with NASA Explorer Schools to bring the organization's educational resources to educators via a series of webinars, reports Space Ref.

Alum gives tech funds back to college

2010-12-17 18:13:40.0

An alumnus of Montana State University has donated more than $3 million to MSU's College of Business, reports the school. The gift will improve technology for entrepreneurship students.

Free webinar about safety on social networks

2010-12-16 12:54:32.0

When it comes to social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter, security is imperative for protecting identities.

Give a truly personalized gift this holiday season

2010-12-15 15:03:08.0

What do you get for the person who has everything? How about a little more of you?

Webinar helps job seekers

2010-12-14 13:55:11.0

Although the economy is improving, there are still many people across the country without work. But a recent one-hour webinar, presented by Ford R. Myers, helped job seekers find the career they've been looking for, reports Jackson Sun business reporter Ned B. Hunter.

Doctors ready for online consultations

2010-12-13 14:30:17.0

Doctors in Australia will have increasing telepresence as telehealth rebates beginning in July 2011 have spurred major growth in the industry, according to the Australian.

Video conferencing saves the most green

2010-12-13 14:29:30.0

The world's largest software company, SAP, recently tried several energy-saving techniques at their first U.S. location in Palo Alto, California, such as adopting solar power, LED lights, electric cars and video conferencing.

Video conferencing opens classes to region

2010-12-10 16:30:09.0

The Ohio University Learning Network allows students to attend classes at the main campus, regional campuses and other partner universities such as Ohio State and Akron University, regardless of which institution they are currently enrolled in.

Meeting the needs of special needs kids via video technology

2010-12-09 17:47:59.0

For special needs students at A.J. West Elementary School in Aberdeen, Washington, there were very few staff members able to accommodate their varying levels of cognitive abilities.

Students join together for Spanish lesson

2010-12-08 13:58:05.0

Middle school and high school students in Kentucky are joining together for a Spanish class. The exciting part, however, is that half the students take the class from three miles away.

Red Cross offers webinars to military families

2010-12-07 11:42:39.0

Military families have a lot to deal with when their soldier is deployed, but the Iowa Rivers Chapter of the American Red Cross is trying to make things a little easier by utilizing the latest internet technologies to help the loved ones of service members stay informed, reports the Times - Republican.

Video mediation helps lawyers cut costs

2010-12-06 14:40:41.0

Face-to-face meetings will never go out of style, but video conferencing has given lawyers and mediators a way to cut costs and add convenience for their clients, says Lawyers Weekly.

Video conferencing offers relief from European snow catastrophe

2010-12-03 13:08:50.0

Heavy snow and freezing temperatures have nearly paralyzed European travel, as major airports in Britain and Switzerland have closed and there have been hundreds of highway accidents, reports ABC News.

Child custody battle plays out through video conferencing

2010-12-03 13:08:01.0

A little girl in Malaysia caught in the middle of a custody battle between her parents will have her case mediated through video conferencing, reports the Malaysian National News Agency.

Telemedicine booming in video conferencing industry

2010-12-02 12:06:36.0

The healthcare reform law has forced many medical managers and physicians to think creatively in how they care for patients as costs continue to rise and more people seek medical attention.

Video conferencing helps nab Alabama robbery suspects

2010-12-01 16:10:52.0

A woman in Blount County, Alabama, is crediting video conferencing for scaring away two robbery suspects and later aiding in their capture, reports WLOX News.

Video visits for prisoners

2010-11-30 12:21:31.0

The Correctional Service of Canada is considering the use of video conferencing technology to link Nunavut Inuit prisoners behind bars in southern Canada with their families and loved ones in remote northern communities, reports CBC News.

Broadcasting online with a webinar

2010-11-30 12:20:23.0

Webinars can be an effective online communication tool for small businesses, according to Bruce Freeman, a contributor to the Times Herald of Morristown and Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.

Eighth grade math whiz takes advanced classes thanks to video conferencing

2010-11-29 14:57:37.0

Josie Bradshaw of Pittsfield, Maine, is in the eighth grade, but she spends part of her day being tutored by a high school math teacher 30 miles away. Thanks to video conferencing technology, Josie, however, never has to interrupt her regular middle school schedule to do so, reports the Portland Press Herald.

Will video conferencing replace phone calls?

2010-11-29 14:56:28.0

In 1964, a picture phone was unveiled at the World's Fair in New York City. The technology, despite it's high cost, inconvenience and lack of compatible devices, was touted as the telephone of the future, but it never materialized, reports PC World.

Students get up close and personal with wolves, history

2010-11-24 17:10:19.0

Students in Minnesota recently had the chance to delve into a wide variety of topics, such as American Indian and European-American cultures and wolf ecology and behavior, thanks to a new video conferencing system installed in their school.

Video conferencing is more affordable than most think

2010-11-23 13:51:53.0

The future is here for video conferencing, but the technology is more accessible than some businesses think, according to an industry expert.

Students dialogue with peers from around the world

2010-11-22 10:59:53.0

As part of an honors course, students at Ashland University in Ohio are engaging with students from around the world, reports WMFD-TV.

Video conferencing saves sheriff's office thousands

2010-11-22 10:58:21.0

The Sheriff's Department in Lincoln County, Wisconsin, is saving thousands of dollars thanks to the installation of a video conferencing system, reports WSAW-TV.

Virtual green screen for video conferencing brings people together

2010-11-19 17:31:50.0

New technology developed by researchers at the University of Illinois allows those using video conferencing technology to be virtually present together on the computer screen.

NASA comes to school, thanks to video conferencing

2010-11-18 15:28:40.0

Elementary school students in Westerville, Ohio, got to take a trip to a NASA research center recently, without leaving the comfort of their hometown.

Facebook and MySpace host joint webinar

2010-11-18 13:26:55.0

Social networking giants Facebook and MySpace have scheduled a joint press conference via webinar, reports the Seattle Post-Intelligencer, leading to speculation that the two rivals will announce a formal ceasefire.

New technology leaves more time to answer customer calls

2010-11-17 13:03:20.0

Wakefield and District Housing, a single housing stock transfer organization, is turning to new technology to make their business more efficient.

Video conferencing makes good business sense

2010-11-15 12:36:20.0

Video conferencing can connect parties from across the world, but the technology also allows businesses to work faster, smarter, cheaper and more efficiently.

Video conferencing closes out film festival

2010-11-12 15:41:45.0

During a panel discussion about the award-winning documentary "Precious Life," audience members at the 25th Annual Israel Film Festival in Los Angeles were surprised when the subjects of the film joined in the conversation from Gaza via video conference, reports the Wall Street Journal.

Partners in Health expands video conferencing capabilities

2010-11-11 15:00:37.0

Partners in Health, a nonprofit health care organization that reaches patients in need all over the world, has expanded critical communications throughout Haiti by selecting a satellite to expand and enhance connectivity, according to a press release.

Video conferencing brings cancer survivors together

2010-11-09 14:05:09.0

Members of an isolated island community have learned that cancer has no geographical boundaries, and neither does support.

Obama connects to rural India via video conferencing

2010-11-08 16:12:37.0

On his recent visit to India, President Barack Obama interacted with farmers in Rajasthan thanks to video conferencing.

Video conferencing for veterans wins award

2010-11-05 16:25:45.0

With more veterans returning from the front lines of military combat, those who support their mental well-being are finding new ways to reach out to them.

Holographic video conferencing is no longer just science fiction

2010-11-04 11:07:36.0

Researchers at the University of Arizona are within reach of creating a holographic video conferencing system.

Rural and island-living students see the world through video conferencing

2010-11-03 11:25:05.0

Students in some of the most remote classrooms in the country - rural and island school districts on the coast of Maine - have been able to get a lot closer to the rest of the world thanks to new video technologies installed this fall, reports the Working Waterfront.

India's first South Pole expedition launch shown via video conferencing

2010-11-02 14:23:52.0

The first South Pole expedition made by India and the 30th scientific expedition to Antarctica was launched via video conferencing, reports Digital Goa.

Video conferencing expected to increase in Australia

2010-11-02 12:14:04.0

The video communications market will reach $52.6 million in Australia, research firm Frost and Sullivan projects, thanks to an increased deployment of such technologies in government and professional services.

Video conference connects sharks and students

2010-10-29 08:23:43.0

Sixth-grade students in Florida got to get up close and personal with some ocean predators while also maintaining a safe distance.

Entrepreneur brings video conferencing to small town

2010-10-28 12:35:18.0

When Kent Holiday moved his family from Korea to Ten Sleep, Wyoming, leaving behind a successful telecommunications career, he had no idea he'd soon help the school district become a cutting-edge video conferencing hub.

Webinar on Chinese insurance developments free online

2010-10-27 11:36:13.0

A webinar on insurance developments in China, hosted by A.M. Best, is now available for video playback on their website free of charge.

Video conferencing helps university students

2010-10-26 11:28:53.0

Georgetown University is the subject of a new study that examines the educational and monetary benefits of the school's "global classroom" initiative that began in 2008.

Video conferencing at work on the rise

2010-10-25 14:17:34.0

Whether the business world is ready for it or not, video conferencing and telepresence are on the rise.

Social media webinar geared toward fundraising professionals

2010-10-22 14:21:04.0

Fundraising professionals from around the globe will convene, via webinar, to learn how to make social networking work in their fundraising goals.

Webinars aid National Chemistry Week

2010-10-21 13:20:59.0

The American Chemical Society, as part of National Chemistry Week, recently held a webinar that focused on the ways in which chemists can make valuable contributions to their communities.

Gen Y least likely to use video conferencing

2010-10-21 13:18:42.0

A recent survey, conducted by Forrester Consulting, found members of Generation Y to be the least likely to use video conferencing, video chat and web conferencing tools for business purposes. They are also the least likely to share information via text message and use social networking during the work day.

Video conferencing growing in medical fields

2010-10-20 17:17:10.0

As technology advances, so does the practice of telemedicine, a new report has found.

Maryland prisons to use video conferencing for inmate health

2010-10-19 15:59:30.0

Prisons in Maryland are looking to keep their costs down by instituting video conferencing technology in several courthouses and correctional facilities.

Video conferencing comes to Boston schools

2010-10-18 16:16:28.0

Video conferencing technology has played a role in changing the way students learn at several Boston-area schools.

HD video conferencing doesn't necessarily mean expensive equipment upgrades

2010-10-14 16:16:57.0

Are you looking to participate in high-quality, high-definition video conferencing? Good news - you might not need to invest in all the latest computers, gadgets and internet connections, after all.

Uses for web conferencing

2010-10-13 15:25:40.0

Video conferencing is an innovative tool being employed by businesses and individuals across the country to stay in touch with partners and loved ones who are far away.

Video conferencing communication used in university hospice study

2010-10-12 13:39:21.0

A researcher at the University of Missouri - Columbia is the recipient of a $2.1 million federal grant designed to investigate the role of communication in end-of-life care.

The right outfit for video conferencing

2010-10-11 13:33:55.0

In most cases, communicating via video conferencing isn't much different than communicating face-to-face.

Telehealth helps asthma sufferers

2010-10-08 13:47:02.0

Telehealth technology has numerous applications for the injured and sick, as well as people just looking to get a regular check-up. Now, the video conferencing based health service could help make life easier for sufferers of severe asthma.

Web conferencing and desktop sharing

2010-10-07 15:35:08.0

Video conferencing technology has allowed people who are separated by hundreds or even thousands of miles to communicate with each other quickly and effectively.

Oklahoma legislator hopes to expand video conferencing in courtrooms

2010-10-06 15:11:58.0

Representative Ben Sherrer of Oklahoma is encouraging his home state to cut back on transportation costs by utilizing available video conferencing technology to allow criminals to appear virtually in court.

Video conferencing popular in China, Russia

2010-10-05 15:01:25.0

Video conferencing technology is popular with families and businesspeople alike in the United States, and now this simple and intuitive communication solution is catching on overseas, as well.

Video conferencing for everyone

2010-10-04 15:29:01.0

Many consumers have long thought of video conferencing as a tool designed to help office professionals communicate with business partners who could be hundreds, even thousands, of miles away.

UK hospital signs telehealth framework agreement

2010-10-01 12:39:50.0

Telehealth is a growing field in the United States and Australia, and now Great Britain's Airedale Hospital is joining the healthcare revolution.

Where to look when video conferencing

2010-09-30 12:37:25.0

Video conferencing is a relatively simple and intuitive technology that has helped many businesses save money - and the environment - by eliminating the need for travel. There is one interesting tip, however, that all video conferencing businesspeople should know: where to look during the conference.

Law firm implements 'iLawyer' video conferencing system

2010-09-29 13:01:01.0

One innovative law firm in Colorado is using video conferencing to help clients secure legal representation.

Ithaca College loans out webcams and microphones for podcasting, web conferencing

2010-09-29 13:00:25.0

One U.S. university is loaning out webcams and microphones to its students to help them better communicate with each other.

Employees embrace video conferencing

2010-09-29 12:59:59.0

People around the world are embracing video conferencing as a great way to cut back on costs, save money and go green, all at the same time.

Nebraska hospitals could lose federal telehealth funding

2010-09-28 15:53:17.0

Several Nebraska hospitals are in danger of losing their federal funding for telehealth services.

Georgia county uses video conferencing to help witnesses testify in trial

2010-09-28 15:46:48.0

Courtrooms in Dougherty County, Georgia, are set to save a pretty penny thanks to a new video conferencing system.

New Zealand video conferencing wins funding to go overseas

2010-09-27 16:43:50.0

A New Zealand-based video conferencing company has received NZ$300,000 to expand its services worldwide.

Dodge City, KS, residents to learn about music via video conferencing

2010-09-27 16:43:16.0

Residents of Dodge City, Kansas, will be getting a tutorial via video conferencing on how to operate the newest handheld music playing devices.

Video conferencing technology continues to expand

2010-09-24 14:43:17.0

Can your network support video conferencing? You may actually be closer to the latest in video conferencing technology than you think.

ARRA grants continue until September 30

2010-09-23 15:21:42.0

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act included approximately $482.4 million in grants, with funding for telehealth and video conferencing, in the hopes of helping bridge the technological divide, boost economic growth, create jobs and improve education and healthcare across the U.S.

Video conferencing a good tool for businesses

2010-09-22 15:59:37.0

Video conferencing is gaining popularity among small and large businesses alike, and according to a recent article in Network World, it has good reason to.

New York to use stimulus money for video conferencing

2010-09-21 14:25:54.0

The state of New York has been awarded $20 million in stimulus funding - and some of it will be going toward installing video conferencing equipment in classrooms for the learning disabled.

Video conferencing comes to St. Mary's University

2010-09-20 16:13:40.0

The St. Mary University Bill Greehey School of Business has received financial support from the Albert and Margaret Alkek Foundation that will enable the school to install video conferencing suites for undergraduate and graduate students.

Idaho Department of Fish and Game uses video conferencing

2010-09-17 13:16:11.0

When most of us think of video conferencing, we think about CEOs in massive office buildings. However, video conferencing is actually reaching a much wider audience - including the Department of Fish and Game in Idaho, Computerworld reports.

Church group uses video conferencing for prayer

2010-09-16 12:57:31.0

A new type of organization is getting involved in video conferencing - churches.

Avoid a mishap by understanding the power of web conferencing

2010-09-15 21:45:25.0

In most cases, web conferencing is a simple and easy tool that can help businesses reap all the benefits of face-to-face meetings without the expense and hassle of travel. However, when moderators don't understand the technology, misunderstandings can happen - sometimes very embarrassing ones.

Veteran and amateur travelers both interested in video conferencing

2010-09-14 19:32:46.0

According to a recent study, North America and Europe are leading the world in the use of new and innovative video conferencing technology.

Canadian medical team pioneers anesthesia administration via video conference

2010-09-13 21:42:20.0

A medical team at McGill University in Montreal, Quebec recently administered anesthesia to a patient, which normally wouldn't be a remarkable accomplishment - except that this patient was receiving surgery in Pisa, Italy, thousands of miles away.

University of Edinburgh uses video conferencing to host international seminar

2010-09-10 18:50:43.0

Next week, Scotland's University of Edinburgh will host a unique event using cutting-edge video conference technology to converse with experts around the globe.

Going green with video conferencing is good for a business' bottom line

2010-09-09 21:38:49.0

It's a question that has weighed on the minds of businesses ever since the first evidence of global warming appeared - how important should it be for companies to focus on reducing their carbon footprints?

Trapped Chilean miners talk with loved ones over video conference

2010-09-08 22:45:08.0

The 33 miners trapped in the San Jose mine in northern Chile had face-to-face contact with family and loved ones this weekend via real-time video conferencing, the Latin American Herald Tribune reports.

Testing sound before a video conference

2010-09-07 20:12:48.0

In most cases, video conferencing is easy and intuitive. It's like having a face-to-face conversation, but without all the hassle and expense of travel. However, it's not just the faces that matter when video conferencing - it's also the voices.

SC inmates must conduct visits through video conferencing

2010-09-03 23:15:40.0

A new video conferencing system will be set up at the J. Reuben Long Detention Center in Conway, South Carolina, following a ruling that all inmate visits must be carried out via video conference.

When using video conferencing, is it better to lease or buy?

2010-09-02 21:50:24.0

Adopting a video conferencing system for your business can pay off in a lot of big ways. You'll save on travel costs, have the opportunity to meet with a wider array of clients no matter how far from your office they may operate and do it all while helping save the environment. Still, buying the equipment required for quality video conferencing can be a little pricey. So you might find yourself faced with a dilemma that everyone who's ever shopped for a car is all too familiar with: Lease or buy?

Student test sign language via mobile video conferencing

2010-09-01 19:36:10.0

Earlier this summer, engineers at the University of Washington began working on video conferencing solutions that would allow hearing-impaired individuals to communicate using sign language on their cell phones.

New webcams can ensure better web and video conferencing experience

2010-08-31 20:07:59.0

Heavily pixelated images, freezing faces and arms and static-y sound quality used to be just another part of video conferencing.

Northern California medical center becomes one of the first 50 hospitals to adopt telehealth services

2010-08-30 22:52:55.0

The Redwoods Rural Health Center has become one of the first 50 healthcare centers to become a part of California's statewide telehealth network.

Video conferencing saves time, trees and travel hassles

2010-08-30 22:52:51.0

We all know that video conferencing is great for your wallet. It saves money by cutting down on travel expenses and gives you back time you might have otherwise spent in transit, making you more productive. But did you know that video conferencing is also great for the environment?

GE, Intel partner for telehealth company

2010-08-27 22:02:25.0

Telehealth - health services delivered remotely via video conferencing - has been enjoying a rapid growth in popularity across the globe. Now, General Electric and Intel have announced a joint venture that will make it even more accessible.

Small businesses adopt video conferencing at high rates

2010-08-27 22:02:08.0

Nowhere is video conferencing more important than for small and medium-sized businesses.

Businesses would web conference more often if systems were easier to use

2010-08-26 20:32:25.0

Web conferencing is a revolutionary tool with the potential to change the way the world does business. With web conferencing, businesses that are thousands of miles apart and separated by half a dozen time zones can interact face-to-face without the hassle and expense of travel.

Telehealth growth means more video conferencing in American homes

2010-08-25 01:10:48.0

According to a recent study by InMedica, the medical division of IMS Research, the demand for video conferencing health services is growing as the technology becomes increasingly ubiquitous. As a result, people are purchasing more at-home medical supplies and video conferencing systems.

HHS receives $32 million to build telehealth network for rural Americans

2010-08-25 01:10:27.0

The United States Department of Health and Human Services has approved $32 million in funding to help provide rural Americans with access to quality healthcare - using video conferencing and telehealth technology.

Universities could use video conferencing to help students learn on both sides of the Atlantic

2010-08-24 20:01:41.0

Video conferencing technology may soon be used to strengthen the bond between the University of Connecticut's School of Fine Arts and the Dublin Institute of Technology.

Death row inmates in Virginia allowed video conferencing visits, but no in-person contact

2010-08-23 22:34:39.0

Inmates sitting on death row in the state of Virginia will soon be cut off from all in-person contact with their loved ones, reports the Washington Post.

Video conferencing is great for companies - and for the environment

2010-08-20 22:16:23.0

Video conferencing is an excellent solution to a number of business issues. It makes communication with distant colleagues and partners easier and quicker, allows employees to work from home without missing out on office camaraderie and lets families and friends stay in touch even over long distances. But those aren't the only benefits that video conferencing offers. It's also great for the environment.

California Telehealth Network will use video conferencing to connect more than 800 facilities

2010-08-20 20:55:22.0

California has launched the nation's largest telehealth network.

A good time for small businesses to turn to video conferencing

2010-08-19 19:51:21.0

More and more small businesses are getting involved in video conferencing - and there's never been a better time for it, writes InformationWeek's Paul Korzeniowski.

MobileASL uses video conferencing to bring American Sign Language to cell phones

2010-08-17 22:36:56.0

For many, video conferencing is a luxury. But for the nearly two million deaf Americans who speak American Sign Language, it's the only way they can communicate in their native language.

Australian doctors who use video conferencing to receive generous tax rebates

2010-08-16 22:08:10.0

In an effort to encourage telehealth services, Australian doctors and specialists who see patients via video conferencing could be offered tax rebates, reports the Australian.

Tips for setting up a video conferencing system

2010-08-13 21:44:45.0

With travel budgets tightening around the globe, investing in a video conferencing system is one way that many businesses are choosing to cut back on costs. With the right video conferencing, the need for travel can be almost entirely eliminated. Setting up a system isn't difficult, but care should be taken to do it right the first time to avoid delay and unnecessary cost.

U.S. visa applicants may soon be able to use video conferencing for interviews

2010-08-12 22:21:46.0

The Senate Appropriations Committee has approved a program that would allow foreigners to apply for a United States visa via video conferencing, reports the New York Times.

Study finds 96 percent of organizations use video conferencing or telepresence

2010-08-11 00:00:26.0

A study by travel-management corporation Carlson Wagonlit Travel has found that an astounding 96 percent of meeting and event planners say that their organizations utilize video conferencing technology.

Western Canada receives $250,000 to upgrade video conferencing technology

2010-08-10 21:16:38.0

Canada's government has dedicated more than CAN$250,000 - approximately US$240,100 - improve video conferencing technology in the western part of the nation.

Video conferencing allows Detroit high schoolers to virtually visit colleges

2010-08-06 17:44:44.0

High schools in Detroit are unveiling a new college counseling suite that will allow students to video conference with college representatives, reports the Associated Press.

Japanese telepresence robot moves with the speaker

2010-08-05 21:15:41.0

Japan has introduced a new telepresence robot about the size of a toddler.

Friends continue tradition via video conferencing

2010-08-04 22:07:58.0

Four friends are using video conferencing to keep a 38-year-old tradition alive, reports the Capital Gazette.

Verizon Business introduces "telejustice" to provide services to inmates

2010-08-03 20:19:49.0

Verizon has announced that it will be tailoring its video conferencing services to create packages designed for criminal justice systems.

Grandparents use video conferencing to stay in touch with grandkids

2010-08-02 19:56:40.0

Video conferencing isnt just for businesspeople - older generations are using video conferencing technology to stay in touch with their families and grandkids, reports the Poughkeepsie Journal.

Businesses benefit from hosting webinars

2010-07-30 17:00:00.0

Webinars - interactive online seminars - are a great way to get a business' name out on the web while inviting consumers to participate directly in some aspect of the company. USA Today's Steve Strauss offers some tips for business owners looking to harness the power of a webinar to spread the word about their services.

Japanese scientists unveil head-mounted video conferencing device

2010-07-29 20:06:00.0

Scientists at the University of Electro-Communications in Tokyo, Japan, have announced the creation of a head-mounted mobile video communication system.

Video conferencing allows justice system to conduct hearings without inmates leaving jail

2010-07-28 22:20:10.0

A video conferencing-based arraignment system has been implemented to rave reviews in Plymouth, Indiana.

Video conferencing saves employees and executives time and money

2010-07-28 22:20:05.0

According to a study cited in the Telepresence Newsletter, the average white-collar employee spends approximately 50 percent of his or her time communicating.

Anybots announces telepresence robot

2010-07-28 18:27:22.0

Robotics company Anybots has announced the launch of its telepresence robot, which will use video conferencing technology to reduce business travel.

Tips for getting the most out of video conferencing

2010-07-27 20:20:34.0

Using video conferencing is intuitive and easy, but it still helps to be aware of all the tips and tricks that will make your video or web conferencing calls run smoothly.

Research indicates video conferencing is on the rise

2010-07-27 20:20:31.0

Data from ABI Research shows that video conferencing revenue grew to $567 million in 2009, and will grow to $2.7 billion by 2015.

President Obama gives the go-ahead for nearly $800 million to expand broadband access

2010-07-27 14:31:54.0

President Barack Obama has approved funding that will provide increased broadband access - and telehealth video conferencing services - to America's rural areas.

Chatroulette may eliminate text chatting to reflect growing interest in video conferencing

2010-07-26 19:49:41.0

The popular website Chatroulette.com is considering ditching text chatting to focus entirely on video conferencing, reports NewTeeVee.com.

Video conferencing can save companies thousands

2010-07-23 20:01:01.0

The global economic crisis has forced a large number of companies to cut back on costs wherever and whenever they can. For many, this has meant downsizing, laying off valuable employees and making due with older computer and software systems rather than upgrading to expensive new models. But there is one thing a company can do to reduce costs that's easy and effective: switch to telepresence.

Study finds telecare via video conferencing for cancer patients eases pain and depression

2010-07-22 18:53:03.0

A program using telehealth services was found to ease pain and reduce depression in cancer patients more than traditional care, according to a report in the Journal of the American Medical Association.

Hospitals in Australia push ahead with telehealth video conferencing

2010-07-21 17:41:53.0

Australia has given medical video conferencing the go-ahead following its successful trial run at the Bendigo and Echuca hospitals in the country's southeastern state of Victoria, reports the Australian Broadcasting Corporation.

Study finds consumers prefer green businesses, such as those that use videoconferencing

2010-07-20 21:48:33.0

Most people know that going green is good for the environment - but it can also be good for business. Research has shown that customers are attracted to businesses that are doing their part to go green, including businesses that use video conferencing.

Americans pleased with the availability of streaming video, video conferencing

2010-07-19 19:30:40.0

Now that the American public can watch live streaming video of the BP oil spill, there's officially nowhere that video conferencing can't go, reports InformationWeek.

Video conferencing links town to city council in County Cavan, Ireland

2010-07-16 20:01:20.0

The small town of Cavan in County Cavan, Ireland, is "future-proofing" its local resources using the internet and web conferencing, reports the Anglo-Celt.

University of California system to test online bachelor degree program via video conferencing

2010-07-15 17:54:23.0

The University of California Board of Regents has announced its plan to introduce online instruction via video conferencing in some of its top-tier research institutions, reports the San Francisco Chronicle.

Subsidiary of Cheyenne Veteran Affairs Medical Center to provide telehealth services through video conferencing

2010-07-14 22:49:01.0

The United States Department of Veteran Affairs is opening a new telehealth clinic in Cheyenne, Wyoming, reports the Associated Press.

Video conferencing industry growing

2010-07-13 21:04:15.0

Video conferencing is finally starting to catch on, even though the idea is older than the Beatles. With new advances that make video conferencing easier, faster and more like face-to-face interaction, DailyFinance.com reports that the industry may be on the verge of a boom.

Australian university to begin training medical students online using videoconferencing

2010-07-12 22:28:03.0

The state of Victoria in Australia has received AU$330,000 to begin training medical students online.

Lake Catholic High plans to open video conferencing center this fall

2010-07-09 23:22:59.0

Lake Catholic High School, located in Mentor, Ohio, says new video conferencing technology should be up and running at the school around the same time students come back from their summer vacation, the News-Herald reports.

Peoria Fire Department incorporates video conferencing

2010-07-08 23:33:36.0

As Peoria, Arizona, deals with a $7.5-million budget shortfall, the city's fire department will start using video conferencing technology as part of an overall cost-cutting plan, the Arizona Republic reports.

British courts using video conferencing to reach quick decisions

2010-07-07 23:27:45.0

Officials in Sutton, England, are seeing impressive results as they complete a pilot program in which local magistrates can render a decision without ever meeting a criminal in person, the Sutton Guardian reports.

United Healthcare video conferencing program brings doctors and patients closer together

2010-07-07 01:38:53.0

Centura Health and United Healthcare have launched their Connected Care program in multiple rural Colorado communities to help hospital doctors better reach patients in remote areas.

New report says government could benefit from increased telecommuting

2010-07-02 21:20:32.0

A new report says that there is significant room for improvement in the government's encouragement of telecommuting for federal workers.

The business value of webinars

2010-06-30 23:49:12.0

An ever-increasing number of companies are using webinars as part of their overall business plan. USA Today columnist Steve Strauss says that implementing webinars into a business strategy helps position a company as an expert in its field, engage an online audience and provide an additional profit center.

Psychiatrists using video conferencing to see patients

2010-06-30 17:12:26.0

Psychiatrists in Wisconsin are increasingly utilizing video conferencing technology to interface with patients who may hundreds of miles away, according to the Wisconsin State Journal.

Wisconsin community college brings in video conferencing technology

2010-06-28 22:30:27.0

Madison Area Technical College is using new video conferencing technology to bring students and teachers closer together, according to Campus Technology magazine.

California hospital uses video conferencing to expand interpreting services

2010-06-28 17:10:22.0

Children's Hospital Central California will attempt to use video conferencing technology to expand its interpreter services to better assist its non-English-speaking patients, according to the Business Journal.

Ball State using video conferencing technology to teach Iraqi students

2010-06-25 23:07:19.0

A grant will soon allow teachers at Ball State University to use video conferencing to teach students at Iraq's Tikrit University and work to redesign the school's educational curriculum over the next three years.

Secura Key using webinars for new training program

2010-06-25 17:47:31.0

The California-based security access company Secura Key is preparing to launch its new Product Training Program through the use of live online webinars.

Business travel takes a backseat to web conferencing

2010-06-23 23:35:25.0

For many businesses, travel costs are one of the biggest expenses. One Vancouver business owner says that since switching to web conferencing, his costs have plummeted, the Vancouver Sun reports.

Greene County installing courtroom video conferencing system

2010-06-23 01:54:26.0

Officials in Greene County, Indiana, have now approved the installation of a new wireless video conferencing system - linking courtrooms with prison facilities across the state, according to the Greene County Daily World.

NLC turns to webinars to spread message

2010-06-21 01:19:04.0

The National League of Cities will use a short series of webinars to address the issues of medicinal marijuana and mortgage finance, and how they relate to local government.

New study says videoconferencing could save $19B by 2020

2010-06-18 23:27:04.0

A study by the Carbon Disclosure Project, a nonprofit collecting climate change data, says that using using video conferencing to replace business trips could save the economy $19 billion dollars by the year 2020.

Web conferencing accelerating small business growth

2010-06-18 17:26:10.0

The growth of hosted web conferencing services is helping fuel the growth of small businesses in India and throughout Asia, according to CIOL.com

Power company using webinars to promote energy efficiency

2010-06-16 23:45:05.0

Pennsylvania-based power company PPL is promoting a pair of webinars aimed at helping small business owners reduce their energy consumption.

Videoconferencing helps nursing home patients stay connected

2010-06-15 23:21:23.0

A new study has found that nursing home patients who used video conferencing technology feel that the technology is a useful tool to keep in touch with family.

Video conferencing helps lead the way in cutting carbon emissions

2010-06-14 00:48:16.0

Video conferencing technology is helping many companies reduce their environmental impact and cut travel costs at the same time. The Financial Times reports that video conferencing is one of the innovations leading the "IT for green" movement, which uses technology to create sustainability outside the normal realm of IT.

Adapting video conferencing technology to the youngest generation

2010-06-11 23:19:37.0

Researchers are now experimenting with new video conferencing technology aimed at chidren - creating so called "virtual playdates," CNN reports.

Videoconferencing changing the face of air travel

2010-06-10 23:06:21.0

New research suggests that the growth of video conferencing technology is set to change the face of air travel and greatly reduce the need for business travel.

Iowa school district brings video conferencing to the classroom

2010-06-10 00:57:27.0

Iowa's Woodbury Central Community School District has used video conferencing technology to broaden students' access to professional experts around the world, THE Journal.com reports.

Children's charity uses web conferencing to cut costs

2010-06-08 22:28:57.0

The Barnado's children's charity has turned to web conferencing to significantly reduce the time and money needed to train new staff members, according to IDG.

National Australia Bank uses web conferencing in new green strategy

2010-06-07 22:25:48.0

Web conferencing technology and a new energy efficient plant have allowed the National Australia Bank to save millions of dollars and save more than 20,000 tons of carbon emissions, according to CIO.com.

Connecting better with web conferencing partners

2010-06-07 17:26:04.0

Web and video conferencing can help many companies save time and money by reducing the need for long-distance travel, and there are a number of ways that businesses can make these online meetings flow more smoothly, the Appleton Post-Crescent reports.

More companies turning to web conferencing as a service

2010-06-04 20:48:39.0

Business telecom managers are increasingly using Communications-as-a-Service providers for their web and video conferencing solutions, according to TMCnet's Gary Kim.

Tommy Hilfiger reduces carbon footprint with web conferencing

2010-06-03 17:11:09.0

Global fashion brand Tommy Hilfiger is using a new video conferencing system to reduce time and money spent on travel while also shrinking its carbon footprint, according to to AV Magazine.

Doctors use video conferencing for long-distance diagnosis

2010-06-03 17:10:44.0

Advancements in video conferencing technology have helped fuel the birth of telehealth - where doctors use the internet to reach patients they can't see in person, according to the New York Times.

Video conferencing aids rise in telecommuters

2010-06-02 22:51:09.0

Video conferencing is helping many companies save money on office space by allowing some of their employees to work from home, according to the Kansas City Star.

NSW Industrial Relations introduces web conferencing

2010-06-01 20:06:35.0

The New South Wales Industrial Relations agency is introducing online web conferencing to help cut down on travel costs, according to NetworkWorld.com.

Virtual presentations made simple

2010-05-28 16:38:36.0

When you're standing in front of a room full of people, it's important to show off your skills as a rhetorician. You can impress them with continued eye contact, hand gestures and casual movement across a room.

Make a positive impression via video conferencing

2010-05-26 00:41:52.0

Businesses are increasingly turning to video conferencing solutions to cut back on travel costs and build bridges with prospective partners around the globe.

Tips to ensure you know who you're speaking with on the web

2010-05-25 00:11:47.0

Businesses are increasingly using web conferencing tools to cut down on business travel funds in the slowly recovering economic climate. The technology is connecting prospective business partners for virtual face-to-face meetings at a lower cost.

Video conferencing can connect sports fans to soccer stars

2010-05-24 02:05:34.0

While many sports fans are still celebrating Inter Milan's recent victory the next phase of soccer sensation is just around the corner. The 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa is the premier international soccer tournament, and it's set to start in June.

Video conferencing solutions go robotic

2010-05-21 18:52:59.0

Video conferencing is a great way to get the feeling of face-to-face benefits without the costs of business travel. Now, with a little rigging, executives may be able to offer prospective clients some face-to-robot interactions.

Overcome virtual meeting challenges

2010-05-20 00:03:00.0

Companies are increasingly turning to video and web conferencing solutions to connect them with businesses partners, remote workers and prospective clients around the globe. As the trend of virtual meetings spreads, it's important for business executives to ensure it remains an effective alternative to face-to-face contact.

Video conferencing connects colleagues for improved corporate decision making

2010-05-19 00:40:46.0

Getting staff to coordinate on projects can be tedious. Simple collaborations can take longer than needed if colleagues are unable to accommodate each others' schedules. Just ask Scott McKay, CIO of Genworth Financial.

Intrepid to use video conferencing for telemedic solutions

2010-05-18 01:04:35.0

Officials at the Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund and the National Intrepid Center of Excellence believe soldiers and their loved ones deserve family-centered care. The nonprofit has devoted more than $150 million to support wounded military personnel and their families.

College career center uses video conferencing to find students jobs

2010-05-18 01:03:11.0

Kevin Monahan, associate director of the University of Notre Dame Career Center, has high hopes for the graduating senior class. In spite of the 9.9 percent national unemployment rate, Monahan told the Observer he firmly believes "there are opportunities out there."

Frost & Sullivan share cancer therapy via web conference

2010-05-18 00:10:11.0

The spread of cancer can be deadly, but luckily for researchers and victims of melanoma, the spread of research for the treatment of skin cancer is made simpler with the use of web conferencing solutions.

Rising trend: Video conferencing for virtual job interviews

2010-05-14 23:56:57.0

In what could be a universal trend, a survey from LegerMarketing and HR Learning reveals that nearly half of Canadian entrepreneurs believe finding competent staff is the key to improving their businesses this year.

Emergency center saves time, money and perhaps lives with video conferencing tools

2010-05-13 00:33:32.0

Real-time collaboration can improve business operations and enhance partnerships, but it can be a matter of life and death for those in the emergency management industry. This is why some Missouri emergency management centers have recently adopted video conferencing tools to help them connect to other agencies in their areas.

Company adopts web conferencing for workshop expansion

2010-05-12 23:53:23.0

Companies around the globe ask employees to participate in workshops to enhance their performance. But what if staff could attend international workshops without ever leaving their desks?

Video conferencing brings together remote workers

2010-05-11 00:38:42.0

In an increasingly digital age, business owners are frequently asking workers to telecommute. As the economy is slowly recovering, some companies are finding that telecommute options are enabling them to expand their businesses.

Video conferencing: Boosting overall productivity?

2010-05-10 23:49:14.0

Video conferencing tools are taking over conference rooms across the country as companies cut back on travel spending with the high-tech tools. Now, it seems they might be taking over desks across America as well.

Virtual Conferences: Taking Over Trade Shows

2010-05-07 00:01:47.0

Web conferencing has slowly been replacing in-person meetings as it offers executives major savings in business travel. Now, it looks like it might be making headway in taking over a slice of the trade show industry as well.

Video conferencing solutions may help solve the education crisis

2010-05-05 22:54:56.0

President Barack Obama says the nation is in a state of education crisis - dropout rates continue to climb and many business leaders worry today's students will not be prepared to lead the global workforce. Some school officials think the best way to keep kids engaged is by using cutting-edge video conferencing tools in the classroom.

Video conferencing trends could catch on this season

2010-05-04 00:19:10.0

In light of the recent volcanic eruption, businesses are starting to gain increasing interest in video conferencing solutions. What was once considered a cost-saving alternative to business travel is now also proving a secure business meeting plan in the face of recession and natural disaster.

New web cam tool helps users (literally) see eye to eye

2010-05-04 00:01:24.0

Business owners may love how web conferencing saves them time and money, but something that is less popular is how the tool usually only brings users eye to eyelid.

AmericaSpeaks brings citizens together with video conferencing

2010-05-03 00:22:31.0

Video conferencing has been saving national businesses countless dollars as a meeting and travel alternative. Now, could videoconferencing tools help solve the national fiscal crisis?

Virtual meetings require actual manners: Tips for video conferencing etiquette

2010-04-30 20:44:40.0

Web conferencing tools are changing the way companies do business. However, there are certain things that remain the same - like the need for appropriate conduct at meetings, whether in person or on the web. ChannelInsider.com offers some insight on how executives should handle themselves when video conferencing with clients.

Video conferencing: The new way to award visas to U.S. visitors?

2010-04-29 23:24:23.0

With the national economy slowly recovering, drawing visitors to the U.S. can be an important way to generate revenue. Roger Dow, U.S. Travel's president and CEO, told Travel Agent Central, "Overseas visitors are walking stimulus packages, each spending an average of more than $4,000 per visit to the U.S."

Trim Travel Costs with Web Conferencing Solutions

2010-04-28 21:37:31.0

Even with economic recovery approaching, many businesses will have to adapt to a "new normal." This means discretionary spending will have to be monitored carefully.

Law Firm Believes Web Conferencing Offers Personalized, Cost-Effective Service

2010-04-26 23:35:32.0

In a slowly recovering economy, many companies are trying to find ways to keep travel budgets low. Still, meeting business partners in person offers a number of advantages. Luckily, in a high-tech age, companies can have virtual face-time with prospective clients without breaking their budgets.

Lenovo laptops give web conferencing a green edge

2010-04-23 01:57:04.0

Businesses are not exempt from helping the environment. In fact, there is an increasing awareness in the business community about the need for eco-friendly corporate practices. Inc.com says businesses are the top consumers in the information technology hardware industry, so they can help shape a green direction for manufacturers by making sustainable choices.

Apple's New iPhone Could Be a Handheld Video Conferencing Tool

2010-04-22 17:39:09.0

Consumers can't get enough of their iPhones, and Apple appeals to everyone from tech-savvy teens to top executives with the multifunctional device. But the upcoming 4G version of the smartphone may renew the business world's love of iPhones with its updated social networking and video conferencing features.

A Digital 'I Do': Couple Weds Via Web Conference

2010-04-21 18:27:49.0

Newlyweds stranded in Dubai sounds sort of romantic. But its disastrous when it means loved ones miss vows and months of wedding planning goes to waste - unless, of course, a tech-savvy bystander is around to save the day.

Companies increasingly conducting interviews via web conferencing

2010-04-20 18:33:57.0

With the national unemployment rate lingering at 9.7 percent, companies making new hires this season will likely be wading through a lot of applications. HR experts told Georgia's newspaper Greenwood Today that face time with job candidates offers insights a resume cannot produce. Still, taking the time to meet countless applicants in person can take away from productivity.

Leaders in Healthcare Save Time and Money with Web Conferencing

2010-04-19 20:03:47.0

The MetLife slogan asks, "have you met my life today?" Now, the company is showing clients and employees it understands they lead busy lives by embracing video conferencing software, reports Computerworld.

Experts say web conferencing drives growth

2010-04-19 18:34:08.0

There may soon come a time when corporate travel costs are reduced to a one-time investment in web conferencing software. Earlier this month, AMI Research announced that its latest research findings show the total U.S. audio and web conferencing market hit $1.5 billion in 2009.