Collaboration can take many forms and the same can be said about UC and the degree to which it makes collaboration easier.  Jon Arnold (Principal of J Arnold & Associates), writes in his article about the reasons that can make collaboration easier. They are - More ways to stay in touch, Video helps to overcome distance, Employees are more tech-savvy. Read more at - http://it.toolbox.com/blogs/voip-news/more-reasons-why-collaboration-should-be-easier-with-uc-70517