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DAVID Systems Powers the Evolution of Cross-Platform Media Management in Broadcasting

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:47:00 +0200

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At IBC 2010, DAVID Systems is showing the preview of a new production management solution for tri-media collaboration. The new system is designed to easily expand the capabilities of existing installations including those based on DigaSystem, DAVID Systems� flagship content management system. In addition to the integration of industry-standard tools like Apple�s Final Cut Pro, the new solution provides a service-oriented, scalable and platform-independent framework for tri-media production.

Munich, Germany � August 30, 2010 � DAVID Systems, a leading provider of global broadcast solutions, will present its solutions at IBC 2010, in hall 7, at booth 7.G34, and in Microsoft�s booth in the Topaz Lounge. The new tri-media production system and the integration of 3^rd party editing tools is one of DAVID Systems� demo highlights. This new solution addresses the needs of broadcasters and media houses to reduce complexity and to enable seamless workflows across multiple formats, tools and platforms for tri-media production and multi-channel distribution. It combines platform-independent thin clients with intelligent background processes using a new service-oriented architecture (SOA). The proven concept distinguishes between thin clients, services and workers for maximum flexibility, integration and scalability, and leverages industry-standard technology from Microsoft. Because of this new architecture, the system can be used to expand existing installations, including those based on DigaSystem, and become the new foundation over time, providing broadcasters and media houses with more flexibility in addressing their evolving workflow requirements. The result is a dynamic system with more powerful production capabilities that can help content providers monetize their media assets across an ever-increasing number of distribution channels. At IBC, DAVID Systems is showing a journalist-oriented production workflow based on this new cross-platform media management system, with project exchange between Apple Final Cut Pro for HiRes editing and a new browser-based, sub-clip editor for LoRes editing. A web-based interface allows users to browse the database on both Windows and Mac clients and enables users to exchange projects between these two platforms. Journalists can first prepare their basic story outline in proxy (LoRes) format using the sub-clip editor, save the project in the DAVID Systems database, and then enable Final Cut Pro stations access to this project for further processing. This workflow frees up journalists� creativity by reducing complexity in rough news editing and provides a seamless exchange to the next workflow step of HiRes editing with Final Cut Pro. �While our DigaSystem is an established and well regarded solution for content management in Radio and bi-media production today, this next-generation solution expands these capabilities to address broadcasters� growing needs for tri-media production. Easy integration with existing installations, as well as the use of 3^rd party tools and services based on industry standard technologies, were key in the development to provide this future-proof cross-platform architecture.", says Vincent Benveniste, CEO, DAVID Systems GmbH. �Today�s broadcast solutions need to focus on the editor�s needs and enable tri-media production, exchange and re-purposing with improved collaboration across all platforms.� To arrange a live demo with DAVID Systems at IBC, please visit us in hall 7 booth 7.G34 and also at the Microsoft booth in the Topaz Lounge. You are also invited to contact us at sales@davidsystems.com for more information and to schedule a meeting. For more information about DAVID Systems and its products and services, please visit the company online at www.davidsystems.com. Follow news from DAVID Systems at http://www.twitter.com/DAVID_Systems and join DAVID Systems on http://www.facebook.com/DAVIDSystems All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

ANNOVA and DAVID Systems boost interoperability of Radio News Production Systems

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:47:00 +0200

F�r deutsche Version (pdf) bitte hier klicken At IBC 2010, the two companies will launch a new level of integration of ANNOVA�s OpenMedia Newsroom Computer System (NCS) into the DigaSystem� CMS and On-Air environments, based on the MOS protocol. For Radio stations, this solution improves editorial collaboration in news planning, scheduling, production and playout. Munich, Germany � August 17, 2010 �The new integration joins together planning and production, and closes the gap between two leading systems in Radio broadcast, simplifying and accelerating workflows from story conception to broadcast and broadband/web distribution. DAVID Systems, a leading provider of global broadcast solutions, and ANNOVA Systems, a leading newsroom provider, will showcase their interoperability at IBC 2010 in Amsterdam. To deliver news faster, and to serve several distribution channels simultaneously, Radio workflows need to be integrated and provide optimized synergies from planning to playout. With the integration of OpenMedia into DigaSystem, journalists are now enabled to cover their entire story production workflow with one unified solution, starting with pre-planning and story creation in OpenMedia through content research (browse/pre-listen) in DigaSystem. Media objects can be selected from the DigaSystem database and instantly aligned with stories prepared in OpenMedia. Rundown lists with available stories are likewise sent from OpenMedia to DAVID�s Broadcast Server and harmonized with the DigAIRange Radio broadcast scheduling tool. During all of these workflow steps, metadata is kept in sync between both systems. Interoperability between DigaSystem and OpenMedia is enabled by the Media Object Server Communications Protocol (MOS version 2.8) and implemented via DAVID's DigaMOS application. Using the MOS standard, provides customers with a very flexible and scalable solution which can easily be expanded as MOS evolves. "Where proprietary islands of applications are bottlenecks and hinder workflow acceleration, DigaSystem's use of the MOS standard is enabling an open and efficient collaboration between all departments involved in news and radio broadcasting," says Vincent Benveniste, CEO, DAVID Systems GmbH. "DAVID's close partnership with ANNOVA Systems demonstrates yet another milestone for DigaSystem on its way to becoming the premier choice for radio news production and tri-media distribution." Michael Sch�ller, CEO at ANNOVA Systems expands: �Increased productivity is key for radio stations today. We are excited to add with this partnership another open and smooth route for collaboration from planning of stories, sharing of content all the way to playout. This new integration of OpenMedia and DigaSystem offers streamlined workflows by leveraging existing enterprise environments.� For a demo of the OpenMedia integration please visit DAVID Systems in hall 7 booth 7.G34 and at the Microsoft booth in the Topaz Lounge. You are also invited to contact us at sales@davidsystems.com to schedule a meeting. For more information about DAVID Systems and its products and services, please visit the company online at www.davidsystems.com. Follow news from DAVID Systems at http://www.twitter.com/DAVID_Systems and join DAVID Systems on http://www.facebook.com/DAVIDSystems ANNOVA Systems is showing their solutions in hall 3 booth 3.A.51. Please contact info@annova.tv to arrange a meeting. For more information on ANNOVA Systems and the OpenMedia solutions, please visit www.annova.tv. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. About ANNOVA Systems ANNOVA Systems provides software solutions and services to help newscasters and interactive content producers streamline their news and production workflows. With more than 15,000 users worldwide and 20 years proven experience in news technology, ANNOVA OpenMedia is the leading independent news production and rundown management system today. Its users include newsrooms of the broadcasting services amongst others, ARD, BR, Deutsche Welle, SR, SWR, WDR, RSI, Swiss Radio DRS, RTR, Omroep Gelderland, RFI and RTL TVI. ANNOVA Systems are used by both private and public organizations around the world. Headquartered in Munich, ANNOVA Systems GmbH is a privately-owned company. For more information on ANNOVA Systems, please visit www.annova.tv or contact info@annova.tv.

DAVID Systems is setting new standards for Tri-Media Collaboration at IBC 2010

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 15:24:00 +0200

F�r deutsche Version (pdf) bitte hier klicken Munich, Germany � July 28, 2010 � From September 10-14, IBC 2010 will unveil new products and technologies for the electronic media and entertainment industry at the RAI in Amsterdam, Netherlands. DAVID Systems, a leading provider of global broadcast solutions, will showcase its solutions in hall 7 at booth 7.G34 and within Microsoft�s booth in the Topaz Lounge. This year�s presence will demonstrate new and innovative solutions for tri-media collaboration and cross-platform media management. DAVID Systems is determined to set new standards for interoperability and integration of 3^rd party solutions to improve collaboration and editorial workflows in Radio, TV and rich media broadcast applications. DAVID�s latest developments are focused on improving the management of production workflows. Where time to playout, quantity and quality of the news, and re-purposing of assets over various channels and media, play a strategic role, DAVID solutions can unify and streamline technology and processes with an easy to manage platform for broadcast and broadband. This year�s demo highlights at IBC include:

SOA-based (service-oriented architecture) Media Management System for Broadcast Production � DAVID Systems is presenting a highly flexible and scalable next-generation media management system where new services can be easily integrated to enable broadcasters and media houses to monetize their content across an ever increasing number of distribution channels.
LoRes/HiRes Production with Final Cut Pro and DigaSystem^� � This new development frees up journalists� creativity by reducing complexity in rough news A/V editing with DigaCut ST and provides a smooth project exchange to the next workflow step of HiRes editing with Final Cut Pro.
Seamless broadcast workflows �from Ingest to distribution� � DAVID has identified the core pain points for cross-media production and tri-media distribution and provides a solution portfolio which optimizes workflows by integrating and adding the tools needed to support the Radio and TV evolution on existing IT infrastructures.
Editorial Collaboration with next generation DigaSystem^�, Microsoft SharePoint and Windows Azure � DAVID Systems will demonstrate a new cross-platform solution with SharePoint integration and Windows Azure support providing cloud computing and interoperability of all platforms and applications into a single, web-based platform.

�We are looking forward to this year�s IBC, and to presenting our broad portfolio of broadcast solutions. While our solutions address entire workflows from production and exchange, to re-purposing content within Radio and TV stations, our new developments specifically reduce complexity and the time to delivery by targeting the areas of collaboration, integration and the evolution to tri-media.", says Vincent Benveniste, CEO, DAVID Systems GmbH. To arrange a live demo with DAVID Systems at IBC, please visit us in hall 7 booth 7.G34 and also at the Microsoft booth in the Topaz Lounge. You are also invited to contact us at sales@davidsystems.com for more information and to schedule a meeting. For more information about DAVID Systems and its products and services, please visit the company online at www.davidsystems.com. Follow news from DAVID Systems at http://www.twitter.com/DAVID_Systems and join DAVID Systems on http://www.facebook.com/DAVIDSystems All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

DAVID Systems appoints two new managers to drive innovation and quality

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 13:23:00 +0200

F�r deutsche Version (pdf) bitte hier klicken Munich, Germany � July 12, 2010 � DAVID Systems, a leading provider of global broadcast solutions, announces new positions in its organization to execute the company�s strategy with customer centric products, solutions and services, and an ever growing focus on quality, required by the top broadcasters worldwide. Thomas Thom was appointed as R&D Manager and will drive DAVID Systems� development for the flagship product DigaSystem^�. Mr. Thom, formerly from MAGIX, started at DAVID Systems in 2006. His initial successes as a developer on the video team quickly highlighted his skills as a team leader, where he headed the development of a key, tri-media production and workflow enabling, platform called Media Component Library (MCL). His mission is to leverage his many talents in development and software testing in order to enhance technology assets and innovate to meet customers demand. Henri Volk has led and developed the R&D team since 2007. Prior to DAVID Systems he was heading applications and software development at Nice GmbH. Mr. Volk's new role as Director of Operations is a new position reporting to the Company Executives. His mission is to manage the business processes, allowing the company workforce to focus on customer satisfaction. �We are fortunate to have Henri and Thomas to take on these new roles as they bring a lot of experience and are immediately operational", says Vincent Benveniste, CEO, DAVID Systems GmbH, "We believe that our strength is in being able to free up our creativity and increase both responsiveness and quality of the solutions we deliver to our Radio customers, as well as those from other media." For more information about DAVID Systems and its products and services, please visit the company online at www.davidsystems.com. Follow news from DAVID Systems at Twitter and join DAVID Systems on Facebook

DigaSystem� now with XDCAM-HD and Windows 7 support

Fri, 28 May 2010 12:51:00 +0200

F�r deutsche Version (pdf) bitte hier klicken Munich, Germany � May 27, 2010 � DAVID Systems, a leading provider of global broadcast solutions, announces the release of its 2010.1 software package. The highlights of the release are XDCAM-HD support and Windows 7 / Server 2008 R2 qualification for most DigaSystem^�products. With the support of the XDCAM-HD format in DAVID Systems� media production, content management and distribution as well as playout products, broadcasters can now easily expand their tri-media workflows towards HD. The support of XDCAM-HD throughout the entire broadcast value chain, including playout, increases efficiency, reduces time-to-air and improves usage of existing resources in news production for broadcast and broadband distribution. Specifically, new media conversion capabilities � powered by DAVID Systems� new Media Component Library (MCL) � support XDCAM-HD as well as MPEG2-HD and DVCPro HD formats. Also, read-while-write for all processes is now available in the Moves Media suite of products and new desktop ingest tools can speed up HD workflows by providing journalists with essential file import capabilities. The qualification of Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 for most DigaSystem^�components allows DAVID Systems customers to take advantage of the latest operating system enhancements. Existing DigaSystem^�users can now easily upgrade their infrastructure to Windows 7 / Server 2008 R2 and simultaneously take their DAVID Systems components to the latest version and benefit from better stability and more features. �The new 2010.1 release brings a lot of new features to all our products and solutions from production and content exchange to playout. Focus of all product enhancements was to support our customers in delivering more news in less time and helping them to add tri-media production and distribution capabilities to their workflows �, says Vincent Benveniste, CEO DAVID Systems GmbH. �We see time-of-production and the ability to serve multiple channels as two key objectives for our customers today and are committed to continuously evolve our products with these in mind�. For more information about DAVID Systems and its products and services, please visit the company online at www.davidsystems.com. Follow news from DAVID Systems at Twitter and join DAVID Systems on facebook.

DAVID Systems with the next wave of Media Application Integration live at the Microsoft Booth during NAB Show

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 09:57:00 +0200

F�r deutsche Version (pdf) bitte hier klicken Munich, Germany � April 12, 2010 � DAVID Systems the leading provider of global broadcast solutions is exhibiting its latest development at the Microsoft Booth SL220 during the NAB Show (12th � 15th April 2010) in Las Vegas. The new solution enables editorial collaboration and digital asset management within Microsoft Office System 2010 by integrating the DigaSystem DAM and Database Manager (DBM) systems into Sharepoint 2010 using SharePoint Business Connectivity Services. The solution allows Radio & TV journalists to share story ideas, request, find and allocate resources as well as search for content, people and associated content (media assets). With DAVID Systems� unique integration, journalists can also ingest, view, and edit video content including voice-over and plan output within a single application environment. To make communications among editorial staff more efficient in real time, the solution also provides for integration with Microsoft Unified Communications, combining e-mail, instant messaging, voice over IP and video conferencing in a consistent set of communication tools. �Effective collaboration among journalists is key to success in bringing news out fast and across multiple channels, at low cost� states Mr Vincent Benveniste, CEO, DAVID Systems �We�re excited about the results of our DigaSystem integration with Microsoft Sharepoint to date and the perspectives they create for our customers�. If you are interested to learn more about DAVID Systems� DAM and DBM integration with Microsoft Office System visit us at NAB Booth SL220, contact sales@davidsystems.com or follow DAVID Systems on twitter at http://www.twitter.com/DAVID_Systems

DAVID Systems supports Sony PetaServe and XDCAM HD

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 18:00:00 +0200

[Munich, August 25] Strengthening its partnerships with Sony Broadcast global broadcast software technology leader DAVID Systems has enhanced its Hydrogen Archive Catalyst software to interface with Sony PetaServe and XDCAM HD systems. Broadcasters relying on Sony benefit now from the advantages of timecode-based partial file restore from their archives and storage media. DAVID Systems Hydrogen Archive Catalyst (HAC), in conjunction with Sony PetaServe and XDCAM HD systems, provides the necessary translation between the timecodes of multiple broadcast video and audio formats stored within a digital library and the corresponding byte off-sets of the media files stored on Sony�s physical disk and robotic tape storage. Additionally it manages the communication and transfer of files to and from the asset management software which make requests to the archive. HAC is particularly important to the broadcaster in enabling partial restore capability, when small clips are requested from much larger full-length media files stored in the digital library. For example, if a 10 second clip is needed from a 1 hour documentary, it is much more efficient on all IT infrastructure resources to retrieve the clip rather than the entire file, especially on the scale of a large broadcaster. John Foster, Product Manager at DAVID Systems explained, �We are seeing a growing trend within our broadcast customer community to use more and more open standards based IT infrastructure where possible. HAC is an innovative, open tool, which interfaces many of the leading storage solutions, now also including Sony�s PetaServe and XDCAM HD, and enables broadcasters to retain their specialised media workflow requirements.�

P4 in Norway chooses DAVID Systems

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 16:54:00 +0200

[Munich, June 2, 2009] P4 Radio a private Norwegian radio and TV station located in Oslo and Lillehammer will rely on DAVID Systems as the main provider for the technical renewal of their radio production and automation system. One of the main reasons for their decision is the high degree of scalability and expandability offered through the DigaSystem family of products. Particularly the possibility to enhance the system with video functionality was an important aspect with view of the current developments in the broadcast market. P4 will be equipped with the latest production and BroadcastServer technology as well as with Moves Media applications to connect both locations. The order has been acquired by DAVID Systems� Norwegian partner Danmon Group who is also responsible for professional services and subsequent support. �We are glad to expand our leading position in the Norwegian radio and TV market with the acquisition of the private broadcaster P4�, stated Juergen Vollmer, Sales Director at DAVID Systems. �The close cooperation with the Danmon Group also confirms the effectiveness of our new channel partner program.� �A lot of technical issues needed to be solved,� explains Danmon Norway's CEO, �yvind Iversen. �Implementing these tools into a 24-hour broadcast network is like performing open-heart surgery while the patient is exercising at the gym. No down-time could be accepted and, considering that we are working on multiple locations and modifying existing infrastructure, it is a challenging operation. Thanks to full co-operation from DAVID Systems, we are sure the installation will be completed as scheduled. About Danmon Norway: Danmon Norge AS is one of five companies within the Scandinavian business group, Danmon Group. Danmon Norge AS has evolved to become one of the leading Norwegian suppliers to professional users of equipment for broadcast, television, film and commercial productions. Our aim is to find cost effective and durable solutions that suit our customers� varying needs. We supply products as well as after sales services, installation services, support and training. Complete turnkey solutions for studios, ENG/DSNG vans and OB vans, are one of our business areas. Danmon Norge AS considers local presence as essential for a close and efficient cooperation with our customers. We offer nationwide coverage in terms of sales and services.

DAVID Systems appoints Vincent Benveniste as CEO

Thu, 28 May 2009 12:15:00 +0200

For a German version (pdf) click here [Munich, May 28, 2009] Vincent Benveniste, has been appointed as new DAVID Systems CEO, replacing Stephan K. Schindler, who will concentrate on his role as CEO at Silex Media and take on a board position at DAVID Systems focusing on the company�s strategic initiatives. Benveniste comes with many years of experience in the broadcast industry, most recently as V.P. Sales for the Silex Media Group. In his time overlooking sales and marketing activities for the Silex Media and DAVID Systems partnership, Benveniste has acquired a broad experience in the DAVID Systems� operations over the past two years. His move concludes an initiative to position both companies separately. Benveniste�s appointment is also the final step of a process led by Schindler, to transform the company into a partner-friendly product company. Schindler will continue to keep key responsibilities in some of the company�s strategic initiatives. �It is a privilege for me to lead such a motivated international team, backed by the finest set of customers throughout the world�, stated Vincent Benveniste. �The positive feedback we have received over the past months from both our partners and our key customers has confirmed that we are executing better than ever before � Stephan K. Schindler explained: �I am very glad that we reached this milestone and now have a team of experienced managers in place at DAVID Systems that Vincent knows well and who have the combined ability to bring additional value to our customers and prospects. We are also on the right path for a broader portfolio of partnerships to put us even more in the headlights of a market that is undergoing a significant consolidation.� Vincent Benveniste - a 20 year veteran within IT � has focused his career to date on increasing the value of shared content. He joins DAVID Systems from Silex Media where he was V.P. Sales and Business Development since 2006, based out of their Paris operations. Prior to this, Benveniste spent 6 years as Regional Manager for Sendmail Inc., where he was instrumental at shifting the company�s business model to address the needs for email compliance. Formerly at Lucent from 1993 to 2000, he held numerous marketing and sales development positions to help establish AT&T/Lucent/Avaya as a leader in call centers in Europe and an innovator with VOIP. Before that, he worked for 5 years at Apple Computer Europe to develop network services.

DAVID Systems' leading media production suite extended with Microsoft SharePoint enterprise collaboration

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 15:03:00 +0200

[Munich, April 8, 2009] At the National Association of Broadcasters' (NAB) annual convention in Las Vegas April 20 - 23, DAVID Systems will introduce the integration of its Content Management System - DigaSystem - with Microsoft Office SharePoint Server. The integrated solution enables Web-based content sharing and provides a wide range of content management features such as searching, retrieving and editing media assets in both browse and hi-res quality, even without being connected to the production system. Connecting departments, customers, freelancers, and on-site journalists through the combined functionality of SharePoint and the DigaSystem product line will maximize team efficiency and significantly reduce operating costs. The integration with SharePoint supports existing SharePoint customers in search of media production functionality as well as DAVID Systems customers that are looking to connect their production departments with other parts of the organization or external partners. The SharePoint integration enables journalists, whether on site or in remote correspondent offices, to view or edit material from almost any location in the world where an Internet connection is available. Content in editorial intranets can easily be made accessible to users normally not connected to the production environment. "DAVID Systems decision to integrate their professional audio and video tools with SharePoint is an excellent example of how developers of broadcast solutions can leverage the Microsoft platform to deliver greater value to customers" stated Rainer A. Kellerhals, Global Media & Entertainment Solutions Lead at Microsoft Corporation. "It is also proof to the fact that broadcast technology and IT are converging. We look forward to working with partners like DAVID Systems on bringing together the best of both worlds and broadcast and IT." "For our customers the integration with SharePoint offers a genuine added value by improving team efficiency and reducing operating costs - for the big networks operating worldwide as well as for small organizations working with freelancers or employees in home offices," explained Michael Wittmann, CTO of DAVID Systems. Complementing the content management capabilities of DigaSystem, the integration offers comprehensive workflow and collaboration support. The solution provides SharePoint Web parts with Silverlight plug-ins to search through a table structure similar to DAVID Systems' database backend, thus offering a familiar working environment for both DigaSystem and SharePoint users. Once a file is selected, it can be viewed or edited with DAVID Systems' hi-res video editor, DigaCut MT. Because the integration supports video-centric workflows as well as metadata-focused operations, it is not limited to the broadcast industry and can be used by every other type of organization looking to handle media content. For more information, visit DAVID Systems at NAB, Las Vegas, April 20 - 23, 2009. DAVID Systems is located at the Microsoft booth in the Lower South Hall, both no. SL720 All trademarks mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners. About Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 provides a single, integrated location where employees can efficiently collaborate with team members, find organizational resources, search for experts and corporate information, manage content and workflow, and leverage business insight to make better-informed decisions. Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 is a server program that is part of the 2007 Microsoft Office system.