Great news for hybrid workers – there’s a better way to join Microsoft Teams calls from the office.
You’re already a pro at jumping between Teams calls from home or elsewhere, but what happens when you try to join from a conference room system? You need an interoperability solution that bridges the gap between room systems and Teams, and all are not equal.
For those not yet in the know, CVI stands for Cloud Video Interop, and it is the latest must-have for enterprises looking to leverage the benefits of today’s modern, cloud-connected workplace model.
CVI provides a seamless way to join Teams meetings using standards-based video conferencing devices (think: Cisco, Poly).
As usual, picking the right provider partner is key.
“Most enterprises today have, to some extent, bought in on Microsoft Teams or one of the other giant platforms and this, rightly, should influence how they equip their meeting rooms,” says Marius Nilson, VP in the CTO Office at global communications provider Pexip, whose CVI credentials are positively glowing.
“Traditional video-equipped meeting rooms are giving way more and more to connected spaces, leading to new investment in video conferencing software and infrastructure.
“If you’re a large enterprise where your video conferencing spaces are used every day and Teams is part of your daily workflow, it makes sense to have an interoperable system capable of adapting to your spaces and your cameras and your screens.
“Alternatively, if you have existing video conferencing systems and only meet via Teams occasionally, you could opt for a lower-cost interoperability solution.
“Whatever your size, it’s really important to ensure that your investment provides users with the best possible Teams user experience.”
In the case of Pexip’s CVI, the on-screen interface mirrors closely that of Teams: providing users with familiarity and confidence.
Native functionality includes dual screen support, calendar integrations, smart framing and face detection. In addition, there is a full support wrap.
Last year, Pexip was announced as Microsoft’s SAS Partner of the Year and boasts an impressive list of customers that continues to grow.
“We have had a very close relationship with Microsoft for many years and that has led to us providing our solutions and services to larger and larger enterprises,” says Nelson.
“Many have very specific requirements when it comes to things such as security and data control. But, regardless of size, all demand a great user experience. That’s been our key driver and is also the reason why Microsoft has always been so positive about working with Pexip.”
As video conferencing becomes more and more ubiquitous, enterprises are responding by developing communication strategies that have video at their heart.
Unsurprisingly, there is lots to consider.
“The key consideration is what will your meeting rooms and connected spaces look like in the future?” says Nelson.
“Maybe you keep some of what you have today but start equipping new rooms; maybe you equip some of your smaller rooms that haven’t had video before; maybe you flip the layout of a large room 90 degrees so your camera and screen are on the short wall to avoid that bowling alley view. And then for your existing estate, use Pexip to bring your existing rooms into Teams.
“Enterprises and their employees should be using well-equipped meeting rooms and connected spaces, not simply resorting to their webcams. Do that, and there is lots to be excited about.”
To learn more about how Pexip can help your and your customer’s business leverage the benefits of video conferencing technology, click here.
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