"By replacing four separate applications, we will gain substantial operational efficiency and maximise the value of our broadcast assets. For example, adopting the ad sales modules will allow us to improve yield on commercial inventory by providing staff with access to up-to-date information and the ability to optimise airtime availability. In thus improving our responsiveness to clients' changing needs, such a system is 100% beneficial to us and we are delighted to work with Pilat Media" said Kevin Green, Group Financial Controller.

TV3 will utilise IBMS to streamline and integrate its programme content, ad sales and traffic management operations, to progress from process-orientated functions to value-oriented functions, thereby eliminating duplication of data and automating manual processes. Using a wholly integrated approach, more informed business decisions can be made by the sales, programming, promotions, and operations departments. Previously, due to deficiencies in the current systems and processes it was not possible to integrate all of these departments.






Pilat Media has opened an office in Australia to cater for its growing presence and success in Australasia. Pilat Media is the market leader in the provision of broadcast software in Australia and New Zealand, with eight clients, including Network Ten, Southern Cross Broadcasting, SBS and most recently, FOXTEL and TV3 in New Zealand.

Tom McEvoy joins as Head of Operations for Pilat Media in Australasia, bringing over 20 years' managerial experience in business solutions, including vast experience in global product development and delivery services for broadcast software.

Contact:

Pilat Media Australia Pty. Limited
Suite 617, Level 6
122 Arthur Street
North Sydney
NSW 2060 Australia
Tel: (02) 9409 6000
Fax: (02) 9409 6099






"IBMS's ability to handle generic multi-source content allows effective management of all types of media components, thus enabling us to easily create a single channel schedule to broadcast up to 12 different languages for Pan European coverage at the transport cost of just one channel," said Jonathan Try, VP Broadcast Operations & Engineering, Digital Media Centre (DMC).

The DMC in Amsterdam provides a full range of broadcast services for channel production, origination and distribution. Providing multi-lingual and highly integrated alternatives to more traditional broadcast solutions the DMC offers end-to-end facilities all the way from concept to delivery. The DMC is part of UPC Programming B.V.

In October 2000, the DMC launched its complete server-based, full production service and playout facility which is designed to originate and playout up to 64 television channels, each with up to 16 separate audio tracks to support almost any multi-language, multi-territory television broadcast requirement. 16-track audio capability permits up to 4 stereo and 8 monaural audio streams, providing simultaneous support for up 12 different languages.






"The combination of Oracle 9i RAC and IBMS provides a cost effective and easily scalable solution to meet the needs of today's growing business requirements without constantly upgrading or replacing expensive hardware. 9i RAC is now being implemented by clients in the Pacific region" said Bob Lamb, Chief Technology Officer, Pilat Media.

As IBMS is a mission-critical 24/7 system, many clients also utilise a standby server for backup. By adopting the 9i RAC infrastructure, clients can maximise the use of their existing hardware through a load-sharing production environment. By exploiting clustered hardware configurations, Oracle RAC allows access to a single IBMS database from multiple nodes to insulate application users from hardware failures, whilst providing performance that scales with the hardware environment.

The new Oracle 9i extensions allow IBMS increased flexibility in integrating with neighbouring systems. The XML DB component removes the dependence on file-based interfacing, thus enabling real-time data transfer between IBMS and third party systems.






As a leading broadcast organisation are you looking to:

• Centralise and standardise the management of your key business processes: rights management, scheduling, planning, promotion, media management, ad sales, traffic, and more
• Upgrade your selling system to enable new and better ways of selling
• Increase revenue through iTV, PPV, NVOD and VOD services
• Launch many more channels together with multi-currency and multi-language features

If so, schedule some time with us at IBC2003, Amsterdam, 12-16 September, Hall 8 Stand 260 and find out more on how IBMS has transformed the operational efficiency of over 25 broadcasters around the world, including household names such as Discovery, National Geographic, Playboy, Sky Latin America, BSkyB, Digital Media Centre, and Network Ten.

PMCC (Pilat Media Client Conference) - the dedicated client-only annual event will be held on 11 September 2003 at The Grand Krasnapolsky Hotel, Dam Square in Amsterdam, immediately prior to IBC2003.

As in previous years, PMCC is an ideal opportunity for members of the Pilat Media Client Community to:

• Be updated on future IBMS enhancements and influence future development plans
• Network and share experiences with other clients
• Discuss market trends with other clients and the management team

Pilat Media's IBMS is a comprehensive software system for managing the business of broadcasting. IBMS integrates and streamlines broadcasters' programme content, ad sales and traffic management operations to increase business efficiency. IBMS enables broadcasters to lower operational costs, speed time to market for new revenue streams, and centralise management of key processes. It strengthens cross-departmental collaboration, improves client responsiveness and enables more informed business decisions in real time, creating strategic advantage and delivering a rapid return on investment.

Pilat Media has rapidly established itself as a rising force in the market for business management software for broadcasters. Today, Pilat Media's software solutions have been selected by over 25 broadcasters around the world, most of which are outside its UK base. They represent a wide spectrum of operational/business models, organisational size and transmission technologies - digital and analogue, on terrestrial, cable and satellite platforms.