Cisco Philippines managing director Karrie Ilagan noted that work-from-home arrangements do have challenges including connectivity, an ever-growing demand for broadband, and video-call “fatigue” that many customers and partners have experienced.
The new devices from Webex are designed to promote functionality without sacrificing simplicity. In fact, in the case of the Webex Desk Camera, users can now mute and unmute their microphones with a gesture - a function that the company claims is an industry first.
As a result, there is a clamor for dedicated meeting technology. The most requested by participants are a high-quality headset, a digital meeting assistant to capture notes and action items, and digital whiteboards.
Internet gear maker Cisco said it has expanded its free offerings in its videoconferencing app Webex to allow employees to stay connected to their teams and continue their business operations.
