PMG Moves to File-based Delivery with Signiant
Signiant will be a key technology partner in allowing PMG to distribute a diverse amount of content from various sources across the globe. Signiant allows PMG to deploy peer-to-peer content networking within the FOX, Sky and the wider News family in addition to easily exchanging content with other key Signiant partners.
Challenge:
- Design an optimal workflow to help deliver PMG’s extensive library of broadcasting channels including Fox Sports, Fox Sports News and Fuel TV.
- Find a more efficient way to move PMG’s media and content via mobile devices and Web.
- Find a way to deliver content that would eliminate a number of unsustainable FTP-style solutions.
Solution:
- Replace existing tape-based workflows using Signiant file movement software.
- Streamline the acquisition and management of file-based content across all of PMG’s channels.
- Make a cost-effective, simple and scalable way to transfer content.
Results:
- Helped PMG have tight integration with the existing non-linear production workflow.
- Replaced manual intervention with scalable and error free automation.
- Work on one platform to simplify management and future development.
