Video Communication Services Pilot Project Report

Résumé du livre

The pilot project described in this report was initiated to demonstrate and evaluate the operational and financial viability of emerging video communication services for distance education and business/technical applications, with a focus on the use of video conferencing at the British Columbia Ministry of Transportation and Highways. The project involved leasing two Picture Tel 1000 video conferencing systems and installing one at the Ministry in Victoria and another at the Nelson regional office. The Nelson site was selected mainly due to its geographic location, adverse winter weather conditions, and the associated travel time requirements and problems. The systems were then used in eleven events including training sessions, technical discussions, and committee meetings. This report describes the project planning, the events held, and findings of an evaluation of the operational viability, costs and benefits of video conferencing.