subject: Small Businesses And Video Conferencing [print this page] Business video conferencing is an easy and inexpensive way for small business owners to connect with their staff.
If staffs are based in different locations businesses can save a small fortune, using video conferencing software instead of travelling to a range of locations.
Some small businesses may be reluctant to invest in video conferencing technology, but benefits it brings far outweigh any concerns about the cost.
Video conferencing technology can increase the productivity of your staff. If in the past they may have had to travel frequently to other offices or to attend business meetings with clients, they lose a lot of time in the office. Videoconferencing eliminates the need to commute which not only saves your business money in expenses, but also means you will get more from your staff as an increased amount of time is spent in the office.
Video conferencing equipment is not as expensive as it used to be. In the past, because of the price it was a technology better suited to large companies, but more and more small businesses are investing and benefiting from the equipment.
Video conferencing enables quick decisions to be made. Having everyone through the use of video conferencing software, means decisions can be made without the need of each participant meeting in one location, just so they all have a chance to voice their views. Impromptu meetings can take place whenever they are necessary, as you simply call the meeting, set up the equipment and start.
Investing in video conferencing can also improve your staff's quality of life. For those that don't like to travel often because of children or other commitments can attend meetings from their current location. What's more, the safety of your staff is improved as travelling, which always carries an element of risk is no longer involved.
With so many advantages to video conferencing, it would be wise to invest in the technology, and to use it as part of your businesses management.
