We often hear vendors and pundits speak of “low latency” and “improving latency”. But what if we were to think in terms of predictable latency? Is this possible and would it help broadcasters?

Innovation from industry is empowering broadcasters to deliver higher levels of immersive viewing. But where is the innovation coming from and what are the implications for us?

The internet is coming of age for broadcasters, not only in terms of OTT and VOD, but also for contribution circuits. Clearly, we need to know some of the detail of its operation, but how much is enough? Could we ever really understand the internet in its entirety? And should we even try?

One of the interesting challenges we face with open-source code is understanding how vendors can monetize it. Other than just wrapping the code as part of a larger product, is there a better alternative?

COTs servers can easily process live video and audio giving many broadcasters the opportunity to investigate open source software to help find new and innovative solutions. But is open source really zero cost?

IT networks have stood the test of time as they are flexible, scalable, and have inherent resilience. But IP networks do not guarantee delivery of IP packets. So, is this something we should be afraid of, or is it really a pointer to a much brighter future?

Protecting high value media assets has always been at the forefront of broadcasters’ minds. But as more broadcasters adopt IP with incredible speed and enthusiasm, IT security should be their very first thoughts.

After two years of cancellations NAB is finally back! 

There was a time when broadcasting was split into two distinct disciplines – production and engineering. Both focused on their area of expertise, engineering and technical operators on one hand making the best professional broadcast pictures and sound possible, and the production team on the other delivering content for cutting edge news, sport, entertainment, and educational programs.

Smartphone mobile journalism has been gaining much interest in recent months, it’s versatility and ease of use certainly has major benefits, and the pixel count arguably rivals professional cameras, but is it the utopian solution some would have us believe?