Webex by Cisco elevates the in-vehicle
workspace experience in Ford and Lincoln vehicles
News Summary:
- Cisco and Ford roll out an embedded in-vehicle experience for
Ford and Lincoln customers by
bringing the Webex app to vehicles equipped with the Ford and
Lincoln Digital Experience.
- Integration in the all-new Ford and Lincoln Digital Experience
simplifies on-the-go collaboration.
- Designed for customers on the move with the ability to view
video meetings while parked and an audio-only mode while
driving.
ORLANDO,
Fla., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- At
Enterprise Connect today, Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) and Ford Motor
Company (NYSE: F) announced that the Webex app by Cisco for
conferencing and collaboration is now available for download in the
all-new Ford and Lincoln Digital Experience. This unique experience
available for Ford and Lincoln
customers on select vehicles, will empower the freedom of choice to
work from anywhere, with seamless connectivity and immersive
meeting experiences.
Webex is the first to introduce immersive meeting and audio
calling in the Ford and Lincoln Digital Experience. Webex and Ford
have jointly spearheaded the custom-built solution optimized for
the vehicle, transforming it into a true alternative workspace
apart from home or the office. It also includes Webex's AI
background noise removal and provides an added layer of seamless
connectivity because the app is available through the native
infotainment experience, enabling Webex customers to work from
anywhere without the need for their tablet, smartphone or
laptop.
"Until now, professionals on the move faced a gap in
connectivity, with limited options to stay productive while on the
road," said Jeetu Patel, Executive
Vice President and General Manager, Cisco Security and
Collaboration. "By integrating Webex into Ford's vehicles, we're
giving customers the choice to collaborate from anywhere,
transforming vehicles into extensions of their workspace without
sacrifice."
While on the move, drivers can join audio-only Webex meetings
and calls effortlessly from the in-vehicle touchscreen. When the
vehicle is parked, the driver can join Webex meetings and view
other remote participants' video or shared content, share
reactions, view the participant list and more as if they were at
their desk in the office or at home. These features are all part of
the Webex Suite, which provides the continuous, secure and reliable
collaboration that Cisco is known for.
"With the all-new Ford and Lincoln Digital Experience, our goal
is to deliver a driver-first experience that can be customized and
personalized to meet our customers' needs, whether to stay
productive or entertained," said Chet
Dhruna, General Manager Connect and Engage Integrated
Services, Ford Motor Company. "Now, the cabin in Ford and
Lincoln vehicles can be
transformed into a true alternative workspace with the Webex app,
plus the ability to access 5G wireless technology capability and
the option to activate a Wi-Fi hot spot to connect multiple
devices."
The Webex app is available to download on Google Play in
vehicles equipped with the Ford and Lincoln Digital Experience,
including on the all-new 2024 Lincoln Nautilus and coming soon on
the new 2025 Lincoln Aviator and 2025 Ford Explorer.
To learn more, please see here for more information. To see what
else Cisco is showcasing at Enterprise Connect from March 25-28, 2024, please visit the Cisco booth
in Expo Hall, Booth 1607.
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About Webex by Cisco
Webex is a leading provider of cloud-based collaboration solutions
which includes video meetings, calling, messaging, events, polling,
asynchronous video and customer experience solutions like contact
center and purpose-built collaboration devices. Webex's focus on
delivering inclusive collaboration experiences fuels our
innovation, which leverages AI and Machine Learning, to remove the
barriers of geography, language, personality, and familiarity with
technology. Its solutions are underpinned with security and privacy
by design. Webex works with the world's leading business and
productivity apps – delivered through a single application and
interface. Learn more at webex.com.
About Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F)
is a global company based in Dearborn,
Michigan, committed to helping build a better world, where
every person is free to move and pursue their dreams. The
company's Ford+ plan for growth and value creation combines
existing strengths, new capabilities and always-on relationships
with customers to enrich experiences for customers and deepen their
loyalty. Ford develops and delivers innovative, must-have
Ford trucks, sport utility vehicles, commercial vans and cars and
Lincoln luxury vehicles, along
with connected services. The company does that through three
customer-centered business segments: Ford Blue, engineering
iconic gas-powered and hybrid vehicles; Ford Model e, inventing
breakthrough EVs along with embedded software that defines
exceptional digital experiences for all customers; and Ford Pro,
helping commercial customers transform and expand their businesses
with vehicles and services tailored to their needs.
Additionally, Ford provides financial services through Ford Motor
Credit Company. Ford employs about 177,000 people
worldwide. More information about the company and its
products and services is available at corporate.ford.com.
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