HD videoconferencing solutions are increasing in popularity across the world for the ability to keep people connected and communicating without the need to travel. Aside from the environmental benefits of reduced travel, productivity and cost savings are also making this technology an important solution for companies of all sizes and in all industries.

BT (News - Alert) Conferencing focuses on providing innovative video conferencing solutions for companies across the world. The company offers tailor-made solutions to meet the specific needs of customers including commercial, government, and educational organizations.

The company has now announced the addition of LifeSize (News - Alert) Communications solutions to their product portfolio. LifeSize offers HD videoconferencing solutions that are high-quality, easy to use and true-to-life.

With the inclusion of LifeSize’s videoconferencing solutions in BT’s portfolio, the company is able to expand its reach to customers in North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific as well as offer BT Conferencing’s customers an all new way to experience their meetings.

As the need to save on costs and reduce travel continues to increase, companies choosing new high quality technologies for their Web, Audio and Video communications needs will benefit from the ability to continue having productive, easy and meaningful meetings, regardless of each contact’s physical location.

“Combining the power of LifeSize’s products with the global reach and capabilities of BT Conferencing delivers an incredible opportunity to customers,” said Adam Taylor, Executive Vice President of Worldwide Sales and Service, LifeSize.

“LifeSize’s industry-leading HD video conferencing solutions deliver a natural, face-to-face meeting experience that enables users to focus on the conversation instead of their disparate location. Likewise, BT Conferencing services lets users rest assured that they won’t have to worry about the technology behind the experience. Together, we’re delivering the power of high quality communications at your fingertips anytime, anywhere.”

LifeSize made headlines recently with the introduction of LifeSize Express 200, its latest solution that offers HD videoconferencing in what the company says is “a more practical and affordable way than ever before available.”

 The new offering supports dual display video and content and is available for under $6000 – so any size organization can take advantage of the benefits of videoconferencing.