Desk top conferences
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Multimedia conferencing is increasing in popularity, mainly because of its potential to reduce the time and money involved in traditional meetings. A recent study conducted by the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply reports that multimedia conferencing, which comprises audio communication, videoconferencing and data exchange, saves companies an average of 76% when all expenses are factored in. In addition, conferencing automation helps companies improve business processes by accelerating decision-making. There are a number of multimedia conferencing systems that are available in the market, ranging from the traditional room systems to compact appliances and PC-based computers. It is also now possible for desktop personal computers to handle complex tasks, including processes that compress and decompress streams of video and audio effectively.
Publication Name: Accountancy
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0001-4664
Year: 1998
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Going for the girl
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A personal narrative is presented describing a mother of three boys' decision to try a sperm-sorting procedure in order to have a daughter. The procedure is available through the MicroSort division of the Genetics and IVF Institute in Fairfax, Virginia, and costs $3,200 with no guarantees.
Publication Name: Parenting
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0890-247X
Year: 2001
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Oil rig deep-sea disposal abandoned
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The Royal Dutch/Shell Group, responding to massive protests, announced on Jun 20, 1995, that it would halt plans to sink the Brent Spar oil-storage platform off the coast of Scotland. Greenpeace activists had protested the sinking, saying it would contaminated the sea.
Publication Name: Facts on File
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0014-6641
Year: 1995
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