As the holiday season nears, the media and broadcast sectors are abuzz with Zixi’s newest technological advancements. During a recent event hosted by Sports Video Group, Emeka Okoli, the Vice President of Customer Success at Zixi, demonstrated the impressive capabilities of their Software-Defined Video Platform (SDVP®), which utilizes the Zixi Protocol.
This technology is noteworthy for its efficient use of bandwidth, which is achieved through the compression of null packets and video awareness. These features allow media companies to cut down on bandwidth use and stream egress costs by about 50%, without compromising video quality. This reduction in costs enables broadcasters to reallocate their resources more effectively.
Recognition for Zixi’s Innovative Solutions
Zixi’s efforts in innovation have been recognized, as the company recently received the Sports OTT award for its SDVP in the category of “Best In Broadcast Disruption.” This award highlights Zixi’s dedication to addressing customer needs and contributing to the advancement of the industry.
Zixi and TAG’s Collaboration
Zixi has successfully integrated TAG into its ZEN Master control plane, enabling unified management and extensive configuration for multi-channel monitoring and multiviewing in the Media and Entertainment sector. Tomer Schechter, CTO and Co-Founder of TAG Video Systems, emphasized the importance of integrating SDVP due to Zixi’s reputation for delivering high-quality live video. The collaboration between the MCM-9000 and Zixi allows customers to utilize top-tier solutions cost-effectively while minimizing their hardware requirements. John Wastcoat, SVP Alliances and Marketing at Zixi, noted that the integration of the MCM-9000 enhances multiview monitoring solutions, showcasing the depth of the Zixi Enabled Network.
Upcoming Events and Webinars
Zixi and TAG will host a webinar on December 7th, featuring insights from Paul Shore of Zixi and Michael Demb from TAG. The webinar will cover the combined capabilities of ZEN Master and TAG in Monitoring and Unified Control, with examples from FOX and Disney on how these technologies help reduce operational costs. Additionally, Zixi will be a part of the SVG Summit at the New York Hilton Midtown Hotel on December 11th and 12th, where Eric Bolten from Zixi will lead a panel on cloud-based workflows in the sports media industry.
Spotlight on New Team Member: Aaron Hayes
Zixi has welcomed Aaron Hayes as a Senior Product Manager. Hayes brings extensive experience in video processing and technical leadership. He has already contributed notably, especially in integrating HTML-based overlay graphics into live video streams. His varied interests, including live audio mixing and pursuing a pilot’s certificate, contribute to Zixi’s dynamic team culture.
In summary, Zixi’s recent technological developments and partnerships are shaping new benchmarks in the media and broadcast industry, emphasizing innovation and operational efficiency. As the year concludes, Zixi maintains its position as a leader in the industry.
News source: https://zixi.com/
