For many, remote working is now their way of life – however, this doesn’t mean that there is a one size fits all solution. Depending on the role and workstyle, every individual has unique requirements that will make them more effective and efficient. Whether they’re an executive leader, a team manager with a busy home life, a call center agent, or anyone in between, everyone needs to see and hear each other clearly to keep collaboration alive.
Poly provides end-to-end professional quality solutions for your entire organization from headsets, video, and phones. Poly’s legendary audio eliminates distracting noise and delivers noticeably clearer sound on any platform, like Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Hangouts, WebEx and more.
Whether you work remote full-time or a blend of in-office and home, investing in quality communications devices will keep you sounding your best from anywhere life takes you. To make it easy, we’ve broken down our top solutions by different remote working roles and scenarios.
EXECUTIVE HOME OFFICE
Executive presence isn’t just a tagline—it’s a reality, and it’s needed even when working from home. On average, executives spend about 80% of their day in meetings, therefore it’s important that they’re outfitted to work from home with similar equipment as they have in the office. Here’s where a dedicated workspace and professional setup becomes crucial – especially if sharing a roof with someone else who is also working from home.
COMMUNICATIONS NEEDS
- Highest-quality devices with advanced technology
- Easy to set up and use
- Flexibility to move and change locations
- Hear and see all participants clearly
- Prevent nearby noise from disrupting calls
POLY VOYAGER FOCUS UC
Stereo Bluetooth headset that lets you focus on work— not the chaos around you.
- Connects wirelessly across laptops, Bluetooth-enabled desk phones, mobile phones and tablets for ultimate flexibility
- Brilliant audio that removes the distracting sounds around you that keep you from focusing or being heard clearly
- Intuitive features and a comfortable design deliver a great experience
POLY ELAR A 60*
Mobile phone station that transforms your smartphone into a desktop productivity powerhouse.
- Answer a call in the kitchen and seamlessly switch it to a headset, speakerphone, or handset in your home office
- Better audio at your desk means conversations (and music) are crystal clear and professional while your phone charges
- Simple deployment—just plug it in and pair your phone
*Available in select countries
POLY STUDIO
USB video bar that brings your team face-to-face right in your home office. 
- Simple USB connectivity gets up and running fast
- 4K Camera, 5x zoom and automatic speaker tracking lets your team see you in stunning clarity
- Multiple speakers and noise blocking technology ensure everyone is heard clearly even if the dog is barking
ACTIVE HOUSEHOLD
It’s not easy to work remotely in a busy home environment with children, pets, and other working adult(s) sharing space. A full house means a dedicated workspace isn’t necessarily a given and adults may have to take turns watching children. Therefore, the right technology is more important than ever to cut through the chaos of home.
COMMUNICATIONS NEEDS
- Ability to block out distracting background noise
- Clear video for meetings where you must be on camera
- Freedom to move around during meetings to check on kids or answer the door without interrupting a call
POLY VOYAGER 4220 UC
Bluetooth stereo headset so you can answer the door without interrupting your call. 
- Connects wirelessly across laptops, mobile phones, tablets and Bluetooth-enabled desk phones for ultimate flexibility
- Roam up to 30m/98ft from your PC to check on your children without dropping your call
- Outstanding noise canceling and dual microphones help block out the discussion from others in the other room
POLY VOYAGER FOCUS UC
Bluetooth stereo headset that lets you focus on work — not the chaos around you.
- Connects wirelessly across laptops, mobile phones, tablets and Bluetooth-enabled desk phones for ultimate flexibility
- Smart audio that removes the distracting sounds around you that keep you from focusing or being heard clearly
- Intuitive features and a comfortable design deliver a superior experience
POLY EAGLEEYE MINI
Small USB camera for easy use at the kitchen table, in the bedroom or at the coffee shop. 
- High definition 1080p video, electronic pan, tilt and 4x zoom so everyone can see your expressions
- Auto-adjusts to different lighting conditions so you can move from room to room with confidence of a clear picture
- Get up and running in seconds—no drivers needed
LIVING WITH ROOMMATES
Sharing a home with others who are not your family presents a whole other set of challenges. In this scenario, it’s more than likely that your bedroom and your home office are one in the same. Additionally, it’s likely that you could have multiple adults working remotely at once. This type of worker tends to take calls around the house via a laptop or mobile phone with the occasional video call. Whether you’re new to working from home or part of a well-oiled remote team, it takes some effort to look and sound professional when you have to take calls from your bedroom.
COMMUNICATIONS NEEDS
- Freedom to move around during meetings
- Ability to block out standard household noise
- Be seen and heard clearly using laptop as primary communications device
- Use a headset in communal spaces, and speakerphone for headset-free option in private room
POLY BLACKWIRE 5220
Corded stereo USB headset for connectivity to multiple devices and all-day comfort. 
- Connects to all remote working devices including laptops via USB, and mobile phones and tablets through the 3.5mm connector
- Ideal for all-day use with ultra-soft ear cushions and cushioned headband
- A noise cancelling microphone prevents nearby noise from interrupting your calls
POLY CALISTO 3200
Corded portable speakerphone that lets you conference with confidence anywhere in your home. 
- Simple USB connectivity transforms your computer into a wideband audio speakerphone for when you don’t want to wear a headset.
- Hear and be heard with exceptional audio quality and voice pick up, thanks to a 360* microphone.
- Simple, intuitive controls let you answer and end calls, mute and control call volume easily.
POLY EAGLEEYE MINI
Small USB camera for easy use at the kitchen table, in the bedroom or at the coffee shop.
- High definition 1080p video, electronic pan, tilt and 4x zoom so everyone can see your expressions
- Auto-adjusts to different lighting conditions so you can move from room to room with confidence of a clear picture
- Get up and running in seconds—no drivers needed
VIRTUAL CALL CENTER AGENT
How do you sound professional despite working from home? Until recently, the call center has been a largely on-premises operation, meaning most customer service representatives are new to working from home. Day in and day out, these people are the voice of your company, taking care of customers that are often disgruntled or distressed.
COMMUNICATIONS NEEDS
- A comfortable headset for all day use
- Excellent microphone pick-up to ensure clarity with live customers
- Simple controls to easily manage and switch between calls
- Protection against background noises interrupting conversations
- A good video experience to collaborate and synch with team for daily stand-up meetings
POLY ENCOREPRO HW525
Corded USB headset for contact center professionals, especially when working from home. 
- Easily connects to a laptop or PC and works with all call center applications
- Super-lightweight, robust design and soft, audio-optimized ear cushions provide all-day comfort
- Tuned stereo wideband audio delivers rich, clear conversations while SoundGuard DIGITAL protect users from hearing discomfort and listening fatigue
POLY EAGLEEYE MINI
Small USB camera for easy use at the kitchen table, in the bedroom or at the coffee shop.
- High definition 1080p video, electronic pan, tilt and 4x zoom so everyone can see your expressions.
- Auto-adjusts to different lighting conditions so you can move from room to room with confidence of a clear picture.
- Get up and running in seconds—no drivers needed.
ON-THE-GO WORKER
The majority of a typical day for an on-the-go worker is usually spent traveling. This means that they will frequently participate in calls while in transit via cars, planes, trains, taxis, and coffee shops. However, heavy travel shouldn’t mean settling for second-rate communication.
COMMUNICATIONS NEEDS
- Compact devices that are easy to carry and use
- Long battery life
- Ability to hear and be heard clearly in noisy environments
- Seamless technology integration with laptop and mobile phone
POLY VOYAGER 5200 UC
Pocket sized Bluetooth mono headset for workers on the go. 
- Sounds professional in any environment whether connected to a PC or mobile phone
- Nothing gets in the way of a clear call with WindSmart technology and four omni-directional microphones to reduce distracting background noise
- All day comfort in a very discreet package
POLY CALISTO 5300
Bluetooth portable speakerphone lets you sound your best wherever you’re working—at home, remote or in the office. 
- Wirelessly connects with laptops, tablets and mobile phones for ultimate device flexibility.
- Professional audio with full-duplex 360° microphone and echo cancellation.
- Know the status of calls at a glance thanks to clear visual indications for mute, battery, volume level and more.
DON’T FIT THE MOLD?
If your remote working needs are different than the scenarios we’ve outlined in this guide, use these questions to help you select the right poly remote working solutions to meet your specific situation.
Download Poly’s Solutions Guide for Remote Working.
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