When it comes to business in this electronic, fast past environment that we all work in, time is a precious commodity. Though most of us have access to the internet, mobile phones, tablets and computers we now are doing business with people from around the country, even from the other side of the globe. This is amazing in itself but creates a problem, and that is how do we communicate quickly and efficiently.
The use of email, mobile phones and video have filled this gap in some areas, but there is nothing like seeing others face to face when dealing in business. You can create strong connections with people just by seeing and hearing them at the same time.
That is why for me video conferencing is unbeatable. Being able to sit and discuss issues face to face with people from around the world is invaluable and time saving. After looking at the top 6 video conferencing software, one really stood out from the crowd. So what was I looking for in my conferencing product? Here is a list of what I needed;
1. Video Email
2. Build Your Own Template
3. Schedule Video Emails and Meetings
4. Access on Smartphones
5. HD Quality Video
6. Social Media Integration
7. Certified Deliver ability
8. Customer Support
9. Advanced Reports
10. Browser Based
11. Secure Meeting
12. Share Docs & Whiteboards
13. Use Outlook/Gmail/Yahoo! Calendar to Place Meeting for Video Conferencing
14. Screen Sharing
15. Unlimited Contacts
16. And of course I didn't want to pay the earth for it either.
With such a powerful program at my disposal, the advantage over my competitors is huge! For example, just take the ability to send video emails with your customized template that has your logo on it. It really makes yr emails personal to your clients, as well as, you have the opportunity to show, or demonstrate your products, or visually explain things that you can't normally do in a written email. Some clients have even asked for more emails, as they have enjoyed this new way of emailing so much.
Video emailing is also a great way to introduce clients into video conferencing, who may have been a bit camera shy or reluctant to go on cam. This is because they now have a visual rapport with you because of your video emails. Once you start video conferencing with them, you will see how well it improves your business relationship, saving you both time and money.
So next time you are wanting to increase your business and reduce costs and time, make sure you give video conferencing a go. Seriously, If your not using this incredible tool, your business will be left behind, just like those businesses that thought mobile phone weren't needed back in the 80'S.
Such a nice article on video conferencing! As the major advantage as per me is that if the need of holding the meting urgently then by the video conferencing , firm can take the decision for the important things. And if any time director or manager has not come in the office and if need for the decision then one can take it. Any way thanks for sharing this such detailed information with us.
Nov 22nd 2011 07:04