IP video has become more affordable and less complex than in the past, and it is quickly becoming a must-have for organizations, schools, financial institutions and more. Companies of all sizes are finding that IP video can greatly enhance their performance, improve employee productivity and cut operating costs. These companies that are getting on the cutting edge of this technology stand to benefit from new applications far ahead of their competitors.Movie theaters are one example of an industry that is undergoing this change to video over IP. The days of physical delivery being the preferred method of distribution and almost gone. Demand for more cost effective methods of film distribution are driving change in the market. Known for their digital signage solutions, Helius is one company that is responding to demands for technology that facilitate Digital Cinema Distribution, Media Asset Management, and Broadcast News Video Collection.

In the past, broadcast delivery systems have been limited by their dependency on smart card and other hardware-based technologies. While the transformation of entertainment via IP is underway, secure delivery and access control are more vital than ever. This is also causing changes in the area of real time broadcast news. With the proliferation of digital cameras, the ability to capture and distribute content becomes critical.

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