{"id":1093,"date":"2016-10-27T12:32:41","date_gmt":"2016-10-27T01:32:41","guid":{"rendered":"\/?p=1093"},"modified":"2016-10-27T12:32:41","modified_gmt":"2016-10-27T01:32:41","slug":"mobile-video-conferencing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/infinititelecommunications.com.au\/mobile-video-conferencing\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Tips for Successful Mobile Video Conferencing"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you\u2018re looking at implementing successful mobile video conferencing<\/strong> and collaboration then you\u2019re probably already abreast of\u00a0how incredible this powerful technology can be.<\/p>\n

Mobile video communication can speed up business communications, bring remote and mobile workers back into the company fold, as well as help you communicate with contractors and customers more effectively. \u00a0The best part about it\u00a0is that most employees already have the video capable devices they need with Android smartphones, iPhones, iPads and tablets.<\/p>\n

This two-part guide is designed to help you consider all the elements you’ll need to help you make not only an informed decision, but also the right decision\u00a0for future considerations.\u00a0 Let\u2019s get into it\u2026.<\/p>\n

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Part One: Understanding your specific requirements for successful mobile video conferencing<\/h2>\n

As part of any mobile video conferencing solution, you may need to consider a network upgrade. But before you do,\u00a0it’s important that you assess\u00a0your business communications and asking yourself the right questions. If you have a targeted plan, you’ll get the most out of your mobile video conferencing solution.<\/p>\n

1. Objectives<\/h3>\n
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  • What\u2019s the main reason you\u2019re looking at introducing video collaboration?<\/li>\n
  • Is it to achieve cost reductions?<\/li>\n
  • More effective remote and mobile employees?<\/li>\n
  • Eliminating or reducing timely and expensive travel requirements and the associated expenses?<\/li>\n
  • Productivity enhancements?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Ask yourself and your team to define the key reasons you are thinking about implementing successful mobile video conferencing initiative.<\/p>\n

    2. What\u2019s your definition of a successful collaboration solution?<\/h3>\n
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    • What is your company’s definition of a successful mobile video conferencing and collaboration initiative?<\/li>\n
    • Are\u00a0there specific travel costs or training expense reductions you hope to achieve? \u00a0Also, what about defining the employee productivity improvements you want to realise?<\/li>\n
    • Can you quantify expected improvements in sales or service?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      In many cases the ROI is quite extraordinary, and the more specific you are in setting goals, the clearer you\u2019ll be able to demonstrate the ROI\u00a0in the future.<\/p>\n

      3. Scale & numbers<\/h3>\n
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      • How many mobile and video conferences need to take place at once?<\/li>\n
      • Do you need multi-party video or only point-to-point (two people at a time)?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        It’s crucial that you don’t\u00a0underestimate the importance of this aspect,\u00a0because once you\u2019ve implemented the initiative,\u00a0your employees will probably start to use it a lot more than you anticipate.\u00a0 At least – that\u2019s what any of our other customers have experienced.<\/p>\n

        For example, when Avaya themselves rolled out their Radvision Scopia\u00ae solution to some 4,500 employees, they quickly learnt that it was not only highly productive but also highly sought after.\u00a0 You may experience quite a big uptake and find the need to scale up if you only start small.\u00a0 Be aware and understand the costs involved in scaling your solution.<\/p>\n

        4. Mobility<\/h3>\n
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        • What types of mobile video devices will your conferencing need to support?<\/li>\n
        • In addition, do\u00a0you want to be able to easily extend mobile video conferencing services to your customers, students, patients and\/or suppliers without having to get additional licences or having ask your Video Conferencing Administrator to set it up or provide firewall access?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          It’s super important to\u00a0make sure you also understand the licencing model of the solutions you\u2019re looking at.<\/p>\n

          5. Usage<\/h3>\n
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          • Do you just want to communicate face-to-face, so to speak, or do you also need to share documents, spread sheets and more?<\/li>\n
          • What about potential legal compliance issues?<\/li>\n
          • Do you have a need to record conferencing sessions and store them for future access, such as training?<\/li>\n
          • Have you considered HD?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            If\u00a0you\u2019re offering training, teaching, or other similar services, the need for HD may be very important (think of medical training for remote locations).\u00a0 For most people 720p resolution will\u00a0meet all but the most demanding applications.<\/p>\n

            6.Existing infrastructure<\/h3>\n