Using conferencing for formal meetings

Formal conferences often follow a set structure. Typically, one speaker gives opening remarks and sets the agenda of the meeting. Sometimes, the speaker will invite participants to ask questions after the presentation portion or ask participants to vote. In larger conferences, each speaker generally identifies him or herself before talking.

Useful for

• Investor relations reports
• Financial reviews
• Product launches
• Sales presentations
• Training courses
• Project status meetings
• Seminars and lectures
• Departmental meetings
• Internal or external company announcements

Features to look for

A booked formal conference has several key advantages over reservationless conferencing:

• Guaranteed line availability for business critical meetings
• A unique pass code for each meeting guarantees total security
• Pre-and-post meeting support and assistance according to the type of meeting
• Additional facilities such as Q&A, recording, voting, and participant lists
• Local and Global Access Numbers that allow participants from other countries to dial in

Recommended service

• Operator Assisted
  If you only need some of the features offered
• Premium Services
  If you need most of the features offered
• Global Access
  If you have participants from other countries dialing in