Chennai, June 10, 2010: VIVA Communications, an emerging provider of converged communication solutions aimed at serving next generation communication needs of enterprises, today announced the introduction of customized Video Conferencing solutions for educational institutions. Initially to be rolled out in South India, the solution will allow schools and colleges to bring in new and innovative modes of teaching including e-learning and distant education programs in a cost-effective manner. Thus not only saving on costs but leveraging technology for enhancing the learning experience. VIVA Communications has already invested close to INR 10 lakhs in requisite back-end infrastructure and a renowned UK company's robust technology and infrastructure platform will be utilized for reliable delivery of the solution. The conferencing system would allow the camera to be set in a number of different positions (e.g. wide shot of an entire class, close up shot of students in on the lower right quadrant) and store them as 'camera presets'. An added advantage is that VIVA will assist educational institutions in setting up the technology, procure necessary equipment besides training select staff on using the solution.
According to Srinivasan S., Founder and Director, VIVA Communications, "Education as a sector is changing rapidly and deployment of technology is a must for any educational institution to take advantage of the myriad benefits that it brings and utilize it to improve the quality of the education delivered. Our offering will enable more innovation in the sector by opening the sector to new possibilities and by making it a boxed solution in which VIVA takes care of everything. We have made it easier for the sector which is getting IT savvy to adopt this cutting edge technology. Look forward to us making a difference to the quality of education delivered through this solution."
VIVA Communications' Video Conferencing solutions would enable schools to share resources, including teachers, with other schools and would be helpful for schools looking to teach fine arts, languages and other subjects where the availability of the teachers and the costs involved prove to be a barrier. So far in India, only select premier institutions have started offering courses using video conferencing. The technology can even be used for conducting lectures by overseas teachers/professors removing the need for them to travel and be physically present thus allowing for access to global knowledge without the accompanying overheads.
About VIVA Communications: VIVA Communications is fast growing provider of converged IP communication solutions. With a service footprint spanning India, UK, Australia and US, it has serviced over 250 businesses across the globe since its inception. VIVA commenced operations in 2007 in UK, while its Indian operations started from 2008 in Chennai. VIVA Communications provides a flexible combination of services to enterprises/SMEs, with a strong value proposition of keeping communication costs predictable and manageable, while improving the efficiency of communication. The company specializes in IP-based solutions that remove the barriers of distance through telepresence, voice, video and content sharing and thus help organizations reduce their carbon footprint through effective collaboration and meetings without the need for travel. Visit www.vivacomm.co.uk for more information.
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