Teleconferencing: Upsides & Downsides Drawbacks Benefits Cuts the number of Minimizes risk opportunities for spontaneous meetings that can spawn ideas Cuts costs Hampers connections that over the course of Reduces commuting an in-person trip can result in strong bonds. “ Today’s video meeting capabilities are impressive, but they remain the next best thing. Face to face, when possible, is still best. —Christina Cassotis, CEO of Pittsburgh International Airport “