The new triple bottom line of business: planet, profit and people.

Videoconferencing for Business travel replacement: If 20% of business travel in EU-25 Countries is replaced by a non-travel solution (e.g. a video-conference), around 22.35 million tonnes of CO2 can be saved per year. www.vcinsight.com read more ...

3D conferencing

click to enlarge, doubleclick to return Business use of videoconferencing is growing at a fast rate, but still has it's drawbacks. Research shows that participants in a videoconference become concerned about how they look on camera and often modify their behavior or are distracted by the need to see themselves on screen. In addition, human interaction involves subtle visual signals and body language that may be difficult to express or discern without being in the same room.

Our approach

click to enlarge, doubleclick to return We combine the positive features of current videoconferencing solutions with a 3D virtual environment. This creates a brand new experience, where people can express themselves more when talking to their loved-ones or colleaguages oversees. All the necessary technology is available in the market, the project will add the right business model and easy set-up and control features that are currently missing. The business model will vary per implementation, but will have big dependency on using it as a PR and marketing channel.

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Current product development

Active Worlds (AW)

... is a 3D virtual reality platform. The "Active Worlds Browser" runs on Windows and Linux (using Wine), although the latter requires a bit more work to allow the client to run successfully. Users assign themselves a unique name, log into the Active Worlds virtual world universe, and explore 3D virtual worlds and environments that other users have built. Users can chat with one another or build structures and areas from a selection of objects. AW allows users to own worlds and universes, and develop 3D content. The browser has web browsing capabilities, voice chat, and basic instant messaging. This integrated software can allow users to connect, explore, and gain a more in depth understanding of 3D. Corporate and educational clients of Active Worlds can make use of the interaction, communication, and media to provide functional environments suited for their objective.
Wikipedia

MusicGrid: Video Collaboration in Action

The technical requirements for widespread deployment of broadband video over the Internet are rapidly being met. But a harder challenge remains: how can video-based technologies promote collaboration and learning?"
Hassan Masum - May 27, 2005
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