Designing the New Hybrid Meeting Experience — For Everyone
The future everyone anticipated during the pandemic is here: A hybrid era with flexible work locations where everyone needs to be on equal ground no matter where they are. With people spending 148 percent more time each week in Microsoft Teams meetings than before the pandemic and 66 percent of decision makers considering redesigning physical spaces to accommodate hybrid work, making meetings more inclusive is a must. This blog tells the story about how teams from across Microsoft work together to help remote and in-person workers see eye-to-eye. Read the blog to learn from Microsoft's experience.
What is the goal of the new hybrid meeting experience?
The goal is to create a software-infused meeting space where remote and in-person participants can collaborate on an equal footing. This initiative aims to transform business meetings and enhance the way various groups connect, ensuring that no participant feels like a second-class attendee, regardless of their location.
How has the pandemic influenced hybrid workspaces?
The pandemic has led to a significant increase in the time spent in Microsoft Teams meetings, with people spending 148% more time in meetings each week. This shift has prompted 66% of business decision-makers to consider redesigning physical spaces to better support hybrid work environments, emphasizing the need for inclusive and effective meeting solutions.
What are some challenges of hybrid meetings?
Hybrid meetings can create issues such as in-person attendees becoming anonymous and remote participants feeling disconnected. Microsoft is addressing these challenges by developing technologies that improve audio quality, enhance visual connections, and facilitate better turn-taking during discussions, ensuring that all participants can engage meaningfully.
Designing the New Hybrid Meeting Experience — For Everyone
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