A videoconference (also called video conference) can be thought of as a phone call with pictures - and indications suggest that videoconferencing will some day become the primary mode of distance communications.
According to definition by videoconference authorities, a videoconference is a live connection between people in separate locations for the purpose of communication, involving audio as well as video. At its simplest, videoconferencing provides transmission of video images and audio between just two locations. At its more developed state, it provides transmission of full-motion video images and high-quality audio between multiple locations almost anywhere on the world.
The tangible benefits for businesses using videoconferencing include lower travel costs and profits gained from offering videoconferencing as an aspect of customer service. The intangible benefits of videoconference technology include the facilitation of group work among geographically distant teammates and a stronger sense of community among business contacts, both within and between companies. On a more personal level, the face-to-face connection adds non-verbal communication to the exchange and allows participants to develop a stronger sense of familiarity with individuals they may never actually meet in the same place.
Simultaneous videoconferencing among three or more locations is possible by means of a technology that interconnects calls from several locations in a similar way to the audio conference call. All parties call the videoconference bridge, or the videoconference bridge unit can also call the parties which are going to participate. There are videoconference technologies that are appropriate for IP and ISDN-based videoconferencing.
Western Audio Visual Events has provided videoconference services at or for the following venues or clients:
Australian Technology Park, Sofitel Hotels, ShangriLa Hotel, Hilton Hotels, Sheraton Hotels, Four Seasons Hotels, Intercontinental hotels, Marriott Hotels, Westin Hotels, Museum of Contemporary Art, Crowne Plaza Hotels.
Additionally, we have provided videoconference technology for the following clients, amongst others:
ANZ Bank, Westpac Bank, UBS Warburg, Challenger Bank, Pfizer, Samsung GlaxoSmithKline, PriceWaterhouseCoopers, ABN Amro, ATSIC, AMP and Macquarie Bank.
Should the need arise, we may well be able to book a videoconference room for you in most cities of the world if your other party is unable to locate a venue, therefore allowing you the maximum flexibility and opportunity for peace of mind.