Archive for the 'voice' Category

38: Polycom Productivity Suite For Soundpoint IP Phones

On April 11, 2008, Polycom released its new Polycom Productivity Suite for SoundPoint IP Phones. For all the details, joining us on today’s Polycom on Demand is Polycom Senior Product Manager for Voice over IP Applications, Alain Mowad.

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Polycom Applications for SoundPoint IP Phones

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36: Learn How To Use Wireless Services To Improve Customer Loyalty And Business Efficiencies

The idea of using wireless services to improve customer loyalty and business efficiencies is no longer a discussion of things in the future, but a service that is helping companies better execute in a more competitive market today.

To learn more about the real capabilities of wireless services, with several real-world examples, today’s Polycom on Demand features our interview with Polycom Voice Division, Director of Global Professional Services David Mangham.

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Polycom Wireless Network Consulting Services

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33: Getting Rid of Cell Phone Interference Once And For All

The annoying buzz you often hear during a conference call is interference brought about by one (or more!) of the mobile devices in the room. The proliferation of these devices continues to compound the problem, leading to the impression for many that there is no relief in sight.

To learn more about why this is happening more often than ever before, and how to put an end to it, we welcome the return of Polycom co-founder and CTO Jeff Rodman.

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White Paper: Audio Electronics and the “Mobile Phone Buzz”

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32: What Everybody Needs to Know About Wideband Telephony

There is no question that along with Polycom’s expertise in video conferencing, the company is well know for its understanding of the important audio element of business communications as well.

With the return of Polycom co-founder and CTO Jeff Rodman, this episode of Polycom on Demand reviews the emergence of wideband telephony and really dig into what it is and how it can affect you. The show also features an A/B comparison between wideband and narrowband audio during Jeff’s portion of the interview.

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Polycom Siren7/G 722.1

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21: WiFi Telephony Deployment

As has been mentioned in previous podcasts, Voice Over IP (VOIP) acceptance in the workplace continues to grow. An interesting result of that acceptance is the increasing efforts toward adding wireless capabilities to those existing VOIP environments. This momentum lead Polycom to acquire SpectraLink, a company known throughout the industry as an expert in workplace WiFi telephony.

To learn more about this technology and what to consider when rolling it out within your organization, today’s Polycom on Demand features an interview with Polycom Senior Director of Voice and Wireless Services Wayne McAllister.

Links mentioned in today’s show:

Deploying Netlink Wireless Telephones: Best Practices [pdf]

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19: Voice and Video Over IP (V2OIP)

As Voice Over IP (VOIP) continues to make headway within organizations both small and large, the next logical step in ensuring great person-to-person communications is adding video to the mix. To that end, the concept of Voice and Video Over IP (V2OIP) has emerged.

In today’s Polycom on Demand, we welcome back Polycom CTO and co-founder Jeff Rodman as he outlines the value of V2OIP and the various things to consider when implementing such an environment.

Links mentioned in today’s show:

Polycom White Papers
V2OIP Quality Alliance

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16: Polycom at the 2007 VON Show (Part 2)

POD MicrophoneIn part two of our special Polycom On Demand VON Show wrap up, we speak with Polycom voice division vice presidents Jim Kruger and Michael Seto.

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15: Polycom at the 2007 VON Show (Part 1)

POD MicrophoneLast week, Polycom took part in the 2007 Spring VON conference in San Jose, CA. As a platinum sponsor of the event, Polycom enjoyed the opportunity to stay connected with the wide variety of conference participants who attended this event.

In part one of this special Polycom On Demand podcast, we visit with several Polycom employees during their time on the show floor and review three new announcements made by Polycom during the show.

Solutions mentioned in today’s show:

HD Voice
SoundPoint IP 320, SoundPoint IP 330, SoundPoint IP 550
Polycom Communicator

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13: Unified Communications, Naturally

Phil KeenanIn the increasingly competitive business environment that we all find ourselves in, the ability to make fast, well-informed decisions based on the input of key personnel, regardless of their physical location, is no longer just a “nice thing to have”, but an important component to staying competitive.

This leads us to the concept of unified communications – that is, your organization’s ability to bring people together to ensure its continued success. For a deeper understanding of the impact played by unified communications in business, today’s Polycom On Demand features an interview with Polycom Senior Vice President of Strategy Phil Keenan.

Solutions mentioned in today’s show:

UltimateHD™

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05: UltimateHD Collaboration Architecture

In a move that completely redefines the very nature of the virtual encounter, Polycom announced on October 23rd, 2006 the UltimateHD™ Collaboration Architecture. For today’s show Mark Roberts, VP of Field and Alliance Marketing with Polycom, provides several examples of whom this technology might help, the various elements and benefits of this impressive new platform and how UltimateHD fits within the Polycom product mix.

Solutions mentioned on today’s show:

Polycom UltimateHD™

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