The Virtual Edge Summit opened my eyes to a whole new world out there! I've been in Second Life for a while now, though still not an expert by any means. The learning curve and barrier to entry is real for 3D immersive environments. But there is another side out there with 2D -- virtual and engaging, all the benefits of 3D minus the clumsy movement.
Virtual Events and Meetings are a growing industry still in its infancy. With the current economic climate, large and small companies alike are looking to save costs For people who are skeptical or hesitant to make the leap directly into 3D, 2D allows people to test out the water without making the investment. Just as 2D is a platform into 3D, many are using hybrid meetings versus exclusively all virtual or all in-person events.
Virtual and hybrid meetings allow participants to attend without investing the time and costs traveling requires. Savings on travel and hotel are obvious ROI, but lost personal time with family, friends and productivity recuperating from business travel is just as important, if not more. Virtual and hybrid meetings will never replace in-person meetings completely, there will always be a need for them. However, alternatives and out-of-the box solutions should always be welcomed and explored. There are many 2D and 3D solutions already, challenge yourself and the status quo.
Check out the on demand sessions http://www.stream57.com/vesummit2010/
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