Reading the Room: Microsoft’s New Patent to Score Meetings

2021-01-28T13:28:24-07:00By |

Imagine being able to 'score' a meeting based on attendees' body language and facial expressions? Well, Microsoft is making this concept a reality and filed a patent application for an "insight computer system" that can score meetings based on body language, facial expressions, the number of attendees, and ambient conditions like the time of day and temperature. To better understand how this technology will shape the future of communication, it is essential to identify what is missing from the current virtual layout and immediate concerns. What is Missing from Virtual Meetings? Nodding when a colleague speaks, smiling, and looking [...]