IBM WebSphere Liberty with RTCOMM middleware enables real-time communications through web and mobile applications, allowing voice and video calls without plugins, and integrating contextual communication leveraging Watson analytics. The platform supports WebRTC, facilitating the development of rich multimedia applications and extending existing SIP-based call centers to enhance customer support. Key features include scalable real-time audio and video, easy integration with existing infrastructure, and tools for developers to create applications without needing telco protocol knowledge.