Survey: Federal government could save $8 billion with videoconferencing services
As reported by this blog, videoconferencing is quickly becoming a mainstay in the way many organizations operate. This is has gone beyond just court systems and corporate job interviews, and is predicted to continue its expansion. In fact, new research has revealed that the federal government could save millions of dollars from implementing videoconferencing services.
In fact, according to a report by Telework Exchange and the videoconferencing service Blue Jeans Network, if half of all Federal workers were to use videoconferencing technologies, the government could potentially save $8 billion annually.
In addition, 84 percent of the report's surveyed respondents say they expect videoconferencing usage to increase in the next five years in the federal government. Another 92 percent agree that the technology can help save tax dollars and 73 percent say that videoconferencing would help projects get completed faster.
Furthermore, 78 percent of respondents believe the greatest benefit of videoconferencing services is the amount that will be saved in reducing travel. The technology can also aid with improved collaboration, reduce carbon footprints and create a better work-life balance allowing employees to work remotely.
"The report findings support our relentless focus on making video conferencing as simple as an audio call in order to have government and non-government organizations alike benefit from better productivity and the cost savings associated with video conferencing," said Stu Aaron, chief commercial officer of Blue Jeans Network.
While the technology is still evolving, it's already experiencing widespread usage in court systems nationwide. Although many counties may be unsure of whether to implement the technology, lawyers in the Midwest can rely on Milwaukee court reporters that offer video deposition services to provide the most accurate deposition transcripts with an accompanying video record.
