October 2021 Summaries

Nylas has expanded its productivity features by integrating video conferencing capabilities into its Calendar API, allowing users to automatically create and include video conference links for events via leading platforms like Zoom, MS Teams Meet, and Google Meet. This update comes as telecommuting has surged by 115% over the past decade, with 78% of corporate businesses using video conferencing tools and 94% recognizing enhanced productivity as a result. As such, a significant number of business travelers are reconsidering their travel needs. Video conferencing has become essential across various industries, such as education, healthcare, and real estate, offering solutions like telehealth appointments and streamlined scheduling for sales and recruitment. With 97% of remote workers planning to continue telecommuting, Nylas emphasizes the necessity of integrating video conferencing tools into applications, supported by their platform specialists and API documentation.