Manufacturers of all sizes are feeling the pressure to make it easier for employees and clients to meet anywhere, any time. Traveling to meet customers, suppliers and channel sales partners around the globe is not cost effective. That’s why web conferencing is now the norm for working together. But how do you find the right tools for making your meetings more productive, efficient and modern?
Ensure Devices are Ready & Reliable for Modern Meetings
Look for device features and accessories that make meetings engaging and productive in diverse settings such as factories, warehouse and offices:
- Dual array microphones enable you to be heard clearly.
- A noise cancellation feature included with many ThinkPad and ThinkCentre devices helps reduce background noise.
- For web conferencing requiring both camera and audio, look for devices with low-light-sensitive 720p or 1080p HD webcams (0.9MP or 2MP), to ensure visibility in a range of lighting environments.
- Some devices include a sliding cover over the webcam to address privacy concerns.
- When buying All-In-One devices, look for those that offer a range of tilt and pivot positions so that the built-in camera can be suitably positioned for the user.
- Accessories like headphones with a built-in microphone can have a dramatic impact on meeting productivity by improving sound quality and limiting noise in open environments.
Make the Meeting Room Experience Smarter Too
End-user devices are optimized for better meetings and meeting room solutions are smarter too. Consider solutions like:
Skype for Business—Skype meetings provide audio, video and web conferencing online with the ability to schedule or start a meeting at any time. Up to 250 people can join from practically any device.
ThinkSmart Hub 500—All-in-one, purpose-built Skype Room System device powered by Windows 10 IoT. With audio and video connected, it's a one-button start for every time with . And the rotatable 360-degree display makes it easy for anyone in room to take control.
Intel®Unite™ —Any room becomes a modern manageable meeting space.
