IBC 2024: How TVU Changed the Broadcasting Industry in 2024

Cupertino, CA, September 2, 2024 — TVU Networks, a global leader in IP-based live video solutions, is once again setting the benchmark in media transformation. At IBC 2024, TVU will showcase its latest advancements in cloud workflows, highlighting its unwavering commitment to innovation and adaptability in the broadcasting industry.

“We are not just providing tools; we’re partnering with broadcasters to transform their live production possibilities,” said Paul Shen, CEO of TVU Networks. “Our vision is to empower our partners with the agility they need to adapt to the ever-changing demands of their audiences. Together, we’re shaping the future of live broadcasting that produces real results today.”

By seamlessly integrating adaptable microservices into any environment, the company enables broadcasters to experiment, innovate, and stay ahead of the curve. This comprehensive approach ensures that media organizations are always prepared for the future of live media production.

Microservices: The Heart of TVU’s Innovation

TVU’s engineering philosophy is built around microservices—modular building blocks that enable powerful new capabilities. By leveraging hundreds of microservices within TVU field transmitters and SaaS applications, broadcasters can create in record time dynamic workflows that were previously unimaginable and that seamlessly integrate with on-premise infrastructures.

Prime examples are the BBC’s record-breaking 369 simultaneous live feeds during the UK Election, and the France Télévisions coverage of the Torch Relay and the Games that achieved record-breaking viewership. These achievements will be presented by the BBC and France Télévisions at TVU’s IBC booth (H5, A91) on Saturday, September 14 at 10:30am.

Introducing Disaster Recovery Solution

In 2024, TVU’s disaster recovery solution became the essential backup for major live productions, from elections to international sporting events. This versatile platform enables media organizations to create redundancy across their entire media supply chain—covering production, commentary, routing, distribution, and playout—with features like channel redundancy and X/Y switching that ensure seamless transitions without any loss of input or output. With minimal investment, media companies can quickly spin up any part of their workflow in the cloud, providing robust protection against outages, cyberattacks, or even natural disasters. This solution, which was successfully deployed during the Paris Games, can be managed securely from anywhere, ensuring the highest level of reliability and operational flexibility.

Breaking Intercom’s Barriers for Remote Collaboration

Traditional intercom systems often struggle to adapt to modern cloud-based workflows, especially when participants are remote. TVU has transformed this landscape with its universal communication solution, seamlessly integrating its field packs with the cloud-based TVU Partyline. This enhanced workflow enables real-time, low-latency interaction with both voice and video, allowing TVU devices to participate directly in the same collaboration session. Whether connecting a traditional talkback system in a studio or routing SDI inputs into a Partyline session, broadcasters can now achieve unprecedented flexibility and seamless communication across any location.

Maximum Flexibility with TVU MediaHub™ and Hybrid Workflows

With the power of the five-time award-winning MediaHub, broadcasters can now ingest an unlimited number of sources into the TVU ecosystem, enabling seamless switching within SaaS applications like TVU Producer. Additionally, TVU’s Agent can be flexibly deployed on existing on-premise hardware, allowing broadcasters unparalleled flexibility to manage processing and resource use. This innovative solution, proven in large-scale productions like the Sertoes Rally in Brazil, exemplifies TVU’s commitment to maximizing efficiency in media workflows.

Human-Centric AI for Enhanced Media Production

Since 2019, TVU has been at the forefront of incorporating AI into media workflows, removing mundane tasks and allowing broadcasters to focus on expanding their coverage. From instant clipping and distribution with TVU Search to AI-generated live captions and transcriptions, its AI-powered tools are transforming the way media is produced and delivered. With constant updates to its SaaS platform and newly redesigned user interfaces, the company continues to simplify operator adoption and drive the industry forward.

At IBC 2024, you are invited to experience firsthand how this end-to-end ecosystem of cloud-based solutions is shaping the future of media. From innovative microservices to reliable disaster recovery, TVU is the partner of choice for those who refuse to settle for the status quo.