Dell's updated Vostro laptops offer small businesses relief for strained budgets with complete videoconferencing solutions

In the current economy, small businesses are relying on productivity and collaboration solutions more heavily than ever as a cost-effective alternative to business travel. According to a recent study by the Association of Corporate Travel Executives, 71 percent of businesses plan to spend less on travel in 2009. IDC predicts that by the close of this year, close to 35 percent of SMBs will be using some form of videoconferencing.

"Through our direct relationships, we understand what small businesses care about most - staying productive everywhere, staying secure, and staying up and running without fail," said Sam Burd, global vice president, Dell Small and Medium Business. "Customer-driven innovation is the core of our DNA. Today, SMBs need effortless videoconferencing solutions and world-class data security in an affordable package and that is what the latest Vostro laptops provide."