As working patterns change and flexible working becomes the norm, collaboration solutions will need to evolve with the needs of the user. Conferencing devices that deliver outstanding video and audio quality and are intuitive and easy-to-use will become increasingly important. This means that plug-and-play devices that require minimal set up, and those with easy-to-use remotes and accessories will be the preferred choice.
Once a fixture of sci-fi films (think Princess Leia’s ‘you’re my only hope’ recording form Star Wars), Mimesys' demonstration of volumetric video capture technology at CES shows that 3D tele-presence and hologram technology are starting to become a reality – but there’s still some work to go. The user was restricted in having to wear a large headset, which would make the technology more of a hindrance to collaboration if there were others in the room. Whilst an interesting space to watch, we aren’t quite there yet.