Last updated: September 2026
What telepresence adds
Unlike a fixed conference-room system, a mobile telepresence platform can move through approved areas, approach people or workspaces and support a more flexible remote-presence experience.
Common business uses
Telepresence is strongest when a remote participant needs to be present in more than one fixed room.
- Reception and visitor interaction
- Remote executive presence
- Multi-site collaboration
- Remote walkthroughs of offices or facilities
- Education, demonstrations and selected customer engagement
What to evaluate
Review camera and audio quality, navigation, network coverage, privacy, charging, access boundaries and who is allowed to control the platform. Exact capabilities depend on the selected robot.
Telepresence plus AI reception
A platform can support both approved automated reception content and remote human presence when the project configuration allows it, giving staff a way to step into the interaction when needed.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a telepresence robot?
It is a mobile robotic platform that lets a remote user see, hear and communicate from another location while moving through approved areas.
Can telepresence be used at reception?
Yes, selected reception and remote-presence workflows can be configured depending on the approved hardware and software scope.
Does it need strong Wi-Fi?
Reliable connectivity is important for live audio and video; actual network requirements should be validated for the selected platform and site.