How to Set Up Video Conferencing for Any Conference Room in 3 Easy Steps March 27, 2019 by Julian Fields in Best Practices, Meeting Room Connecting to a video conference from your laptop is simple enough. Download your favorite video conferencing app, select to use your embedded webcam and microphone, pop in some headphones and connect to your virtual meeting room . But most meetings include at least one meeting room for groups to join together. Sliding a laptop with a Skype call to the end of the meeting room table and… Continue Reading
How to Take Meeting Minutes: Examples and Meeting Minutes Template March 21, 2019 by Jasmine Kim in Best Practices, Lifesize, Tech Notes Documenting your meeting is a crucial step for a successful and effective video conference call. If you’ve been chosen as the sacred scribe of your meeting, it’s important to understand the ins and outs of writing and sharing meeting minutes effectively, intuitively and easily with your colleagues. But don’t stress — here is everything you need to know about meeting minutes and a few tips and… Continue Reading
Video Conference Interviews: How to Prepare for a Productive Video Interview March 20, 2019 by Dustin Smith in Best Practices, Trends With advancements in technology and telecommunications, hiring has become global with more employees working remotely and video interviews commonplace. Hiring managers and job seekers can quickly have a first-round interview, saving time and travel costs, to learn more about what the other person has to offer and see if the fit is right for both parties. The key to a successful video conference… Continue Reading
Huddle Rooms: Your Guide to Setting Up a Huddle Space for More Efficient Meetings March 17, 2019 by Julian Fields in Best Practices, Meeting Room One of the biggest trends driving the huddle room revolution is the open office floor plan. Today, many businesses are opting for fewer stand-alone offices and more shared working spaces that promote communication and aid in productivity. According to recent market trends identified by Frost & Sullivan, huddle rooms are projected to replace almost 70% of all meeting rooms by 2022. Here is a… Continue Reading
How to Conduct a Video Conference Call & Tips on Conference Call Etiquette March 06, 2019 by Jasmine Kim in Best Practices, Miscellaneous You’ve graduated past the 101 beginner class of video conferencing — you have the video conferencing equipment and technology you need, and you’ve experienced firsthand the benefits of meeting over video. Now it’s time to learn the art, the etiquette and the masterful craft of making those video calls successful for everyone involved. Here are some tips and tricks for conducting a successful… Continue Reading
4K Video Conferencing: How to Connect Virtual and Global Teams with 4K Video February 26, 2019 by Dustin Smith in Meeting Room, Best Practices, Products, Trends Your video conferencing solution at work shouldn’t be worse than the 10-year-old backup TV you keep in your spare bedroom. And while some providers are sticking with the mentality that “good enough” quality is all you need, today we’re focusing on why it’s important to continuously push the boundaries of quality and resolution as we welcome the new era of 4K video conferencing. But first, we… Continue Reading
Unboxing and Setup of the 4K Lifesize Icon 700 February 14, 2019 by Julian Fields in Features, Best Practices, Lifesize, Meeting Room, Products There’s nothing quite as satisfying as unboxing a new piece of technology and being absolutely blown away by every detail. This week I tackled setting up a new conference room system and got a first look at the future of 4K video conferencing . Set up your video conferencing system with these 3 steps Inside the box you’ll find everything you need to get up and running making 4K video calls —… Continue Reading
Frost and Sullivan Analyst Report | Solve BYOD Complexities with Intuitive Wireless Content Sharing in Meeting Rooms February 07, 2019 by Jasmine Kim in Best Practices, Lifesize, Industry, Technology, Trends Open office concepts have — quite literally — opened up the room for more conversation, communication and collaboration, completely transforming business culture. But breaking down silos and cubicles doesn’t eliminate the need for secluded spaces. Making sure meeting spaces are outfitted to support those conversations you can’t have in your open office is key to a balanced workplace. With the… Continue Reading
Harvard Business Review | Global Companies Transform Business Collaboration with High-Quality Video January 22, 2019 by Jasmine Kim in Best Practices, Lifesize, Industry, CustomerCase Study The way we communicate in the workplace is always evolving. As the latest video conferencing and collaboration platforms upgrade and advance, it has become more crucial than ever to equip employees with the tools they need to succeed. Harvard Business Review recently addressed this topic with an in-depth look at how video conferencing in the workplace can change the way people do business and… Continue Reading
Video Conference Screens: 7 Factors To Consider When Choosing a Conference Room Monitor January 19, 2019 by Julian Fields in Best Practices, Meeting Room The ease and availability of high-speed Internet along with a dramatic drop in the price of flat screen TVs has changed the way companies meet. Expensive business trips don’t even have to enter the equation to meet face to face. Now, all it takes is a video system and a display to turn any meeting space into a video meeting space. Whether you’re brainstorming concepts for the product roadmap… Continue Reading