5.3.4 TelePresence Unified Presence Explained
Key Concepts
TelePresence Unified Presence in Cisco's CCIE Collaboration certification involves integrating presence information across various communication platforms. Key concepts include:
- Presence Integration
- User Availability
- Presence Status
- Unified Communication Tools
- Real-Time Updates
Presence Integration
Presence Integration in TelePresence Unified Presence involves consolidating presence information from multiple communication platforms into a single, unified view. This allows users to see the availability and status of their contacts across different devices and applications.
Example: A user has presence information from their Cisco TelePresence system, Cisco Jabber, and Microsoft Teams. Unified Presence Integration consolidates this information into a single interface, allowing the user to see the availability of their contacts regardless of the platform they are using.
User Availability
User Availability in TelePresence Unified Presence refers to the ability to determine whether a user is available for communication. This includes factors such as whether the user is in a meeting, on a call, or available for instant messaging.
Example: A manager wants to schedule a meeting with an employee. Using Unified Presence, the manager can see that the employee is currently in a TelePresence meeting and will be available in 30 minutes. This information helps the manager plan the meeting accordingly.
Presence Status
Presence Status in TelePresence Unified Presence involves setting and displaying the current status of a user. Common statuses include "Available," "Busy," "In a Meeting," and "Away." This helps others know the best way to reach the user.
Example: A user sets their presence status to "Busy" when they are focused on a project. Colleagues who check the user's presence status will see that they are busy and may choose to send an email or leave a message instead of initiating a call.
Unified Communication Tools
Unified Communication Tools in TelePresence Unified Presence integrate various communication methods, such as voice, video, instant messaging, and email, into a single platform. This allows users to communicate seamlessly across different channels.
Example: A user receives an instant message from a colleague while in a TelePresence meeting. The Unified Presence system allows the user to respond via instant message, voice call, or video call, depending on their current availability and the urgency of the message.
Real-Time Updates
Real-Time Updates in TelePresence Unified Presence ensure that presence information is always up-to-date. This includes automatic updates when a user's status changes, such as when they join or leave a meeting.
Example: A user joins a TelePresence meeting. The Unified Presence system automatically updates the user's status to "In a Meeting" and notifies other users in real-time. When the meeting ends, the system updates the status to "Available," ensuring that everyone has the latest information.