Thursday, January 26, 2012

The Pros and Cons

The possibility of video conferencing has been around since the 1930s, and since then the appearance of television video communication between always been possible. However, recent developments in technology have meant that from the beginning of the millennium, the use of face to face video calling has become commonplace.

Internet protocol and video compression rates, high definition, increased the sound quality they all lead to interpersonal communication becomes the norm, whether within separate households, schools, hospitals or commercial world.

What are the advantages and disadvantages to increase communication and brought benefits to the business or personal level?

Pro video conferencing systems

* The increase in inter-personal communication, makes doing business much easier and opens up increased market worldwide.
* The cultural uses, where certain cultures value face to face business and the more confidence people have been able to talk to directly.
* Social benefits, especially with families who are separated for any reason.
* The educational advantages, its use as a virtual school and learning center was opened in the area of ​​education and led to the marvelous developments in the field of medicine.
* Technological advances have made high-definition video conferencing more accessible to people and it's cheaper and with greater quality and functionality.
* Indicates that the staff is always available and accessible. It can be very useful if you are mobile or home workers.

Cons for video conferencing

* It can act as a distraction at work and become overly rely on.
* Lack of people who are afraid of technological advancements or new systems.
* See a toy with little value in the workplace.
* Indicates that the staff is always available and accessible. This can be a disadvantage if you have a day off or you need some peace and quiet to work.
* Requires the development of new presentation and performance skills, which some people find intimidating May.
* Costs of installing new technology and staff training.

Whether you're watching the video of the conference there are many advantages and disadvantages, but at the end of the day, it does not have to cost a fortune. Carefully and responsibly managed to be good both professionally and socially, as well as providing increased opportunities for people to communicate with each other. As much as technology brings people closer and still will never replace real life, face to face meeting with someone.