video

August 20, 2015

GOVERNMENT

On-Demand Video Can Transform the Way our Police Departments Train

2 min read

While we most often think of the Internet of Everything (IoE) as transforming public safety forces out in the field, change can actually begin before an officer is even leaves the station. Classroom training for officers is crucial, enabling them to stay safe and perform at the highest level out in the field. Current events […]

August 11, 2015

COLLABORATION

World, Meet Thor – a Project to Hammer Out a Royalty Free Video Codec

2 min read

Video codecs remain an area of active research and development. The current generation video codec is H.264 – in widespread usage on the Internet. Cisco has actively worked towards making H.264 the foundation of real-time communications on the web. The next generation codecs are just beginning to emerge. There are two of note – Google’s […]

July 16, 2015

GOVERNMENT

New Collaboration Cloud Harnesses the Power of IoE to Improve Public Safety

2 min read

To see the growing role that technology is playing in law enforcement, all we need to do is turn on the news. From the growing call for police body worn cameras to the lack of physical security surveillance capabilities in an aged correctional facility system, there is an increased demand for law enforcement organizations to […]

July 1, 2015

COLLABORATION

Provide Service at Your Customer’s Convenience

2 min read

As consumers, we have many options in how we browse, research, and purchase products today.  We expect more freedom and flexibility in how we work with retail companies. Forward-looking companies strive to improve their customers’ experiences and provide flexibility without compromising quality. However, some industries are considered conservative and rigid. Financial institutions are often seen this way. […]

June 29, 2015

COLLABORATION

In Search of a Good Popsicle Story

2 min read

My grandmother, now eight years passed, used to tell the best stories about Vietnam. I remember one about my grandfather who wooed...

June 29, 2015

CLOUD

Cloud 101 – Demystifying the Cloud

2 min read

It’s not really a secret – video is hot and trending, both as a marketing tool and new, modern communication medium. Just check out the facts: 93% of marketers use video for marketing activities Video is the top 3 most effective social media tactic Using “video” in your email subject line will increase open rates […]

June 17, 2015

COLLABORATION

The Modular Enterprise

3 min read

Just before setting off for Cisco Live I heard an economist on the radio talk about the relative performance of leading countries. The key measure was productivity: GDP per worked hour. Certainly historic outcomes are important but they do tend to provide a historic view. As we accelerate into the digital revolution, I started to […]