WebEx Unveils On-Demand Collaboration Application Strategy
Posted on: Tuesday, 11 October 2005, 09:00 CDT
SANTA CLARA, Calif., Oct. 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- WebEx Communications , the leading provider of on-demand collaboration applications, today launched WebEx WebOffice for individuals, small businesses and enterprises. WebEx WebOffice is part of a larger strategy to use a virtual office framework to deliver a suite of on-demand collaboration applications powered by the WebEx MediaTone Network.
WebEx applications allow businesses to leverage the web as an efficient channel for collaborative interaction with customers, partners and coworkers. These applications enhance business communications with personal interaction over the web, an interaction model WebEx calls "Web Touch." WebEx applications add Web Touch to the business-critical components of sales, support, training and marketing processes.
In a separate release, WebEx launched the first of its new WebEx WebOffice solutions. WebEx WebOffice combines both asynchronous and real-time collaboration capabilities into one unified solution designed to help users save time, extend their reach and work more effectively. The integrated solution includes secure document sharing, group scheduling and task management, database applications, discussion forums and contact directories. WebEx WebOffice is available in personal, workgroup and enterprise packages.
"WebEx meetings solve the 'distance' problem by enabling people to effectively meet over the web no matter where they are located," said Andy Nilssen, senior analyst and partner at Wainhouse Research. "WebOffice now solves the 'time' problem by enabling people to coordinate calendars, review and manage content, and access applications whenever they want. WebEx is in an excellent position to leverage its global network to deliver a complete suite of collaborative applications for small businesses and enterprises."
WebEx delivers all its solutions over the WebEx MediaTone Network, a global network specifically designed for the delivery of on-demand applications. The WebEx MediaTone Network uses a distributed architecture and a patented, high-speed data switching technology to provide superior performance, enterprise-grade security and unmatched reliability.
"Web Touch delivers a powerful value proposition for our customers, no matter their size and it is at the heart of the productivity gains provided by our solutions," said Subrah Iyar, CEO of WebEx. "WebEx has the infrastructure, applications and strategic vision to deliver a comprehensive, on-demand collaboration suite perfect for any business."
About WebEx Communications
WebEx Communications, Inc. is the leading provider of on-demand collaborative applications. WebEx applications are used across the enterprise in sales, support, training, marketing, engineering and product design. WebEx delivers its suite of applications over the WebEx MediaTone Network, a global network specifically designed for the delivery of on-demand applications. WebEx Communications is based in Santa Clara, California and has regional headquarters in Europe, Asia and Australia. Please call toll free 877-509-3239 or visit http://www.webex.com/ for more information.
NOTE: MediaTone is a trademark of WebEx Communications, Inc
WebEx Communications, Inc.
CONTACT: Colin Smith of WebEx Communications, +1-408-566-5694, orcolin.smith@webex.com
Web site: http://www.webex.com/
Source: PRNewswire-FirstCall
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