Streaming Media and Visual Communications

Over the past decade, streaming has emerged as one of the most effective and affordable means of enterprise-wide communications available today. Online events, rich media presentations, video on demand content, and live webcasts have given educational institutions and businesses the edge when it comes to delivering their message and reaching new markets.

As streaming technology has improved and equipment costs have declined, innovations such as high definition video and collaborative applications have made the use of this technology more compelling than ever before. With true ubiquitous player support, including large displays, desktops, smartphones, and tablet PCs, the convenience and reach of streaming has never been better.

Video conferencing and telepresence have also made great technical progress over the past several years. Once limited to affluent corporations, high definition systems have now become affordable to all. Software-based video conferencing systems have now reached the desktop, so that corporate employees as well as field personnel can now make video calls as easily as making a phone call. The cost savings in reduced employee travel and time away from the office can often quickly cover the cost of these systems.