Let's face it - financial planning in the media and entertainment industry can be a bit of a nightmare. One minute you're budgeting for a simple commercial, the next you're trying to forecast the costs of a multi-season, globe-trotting TV series. It's enough to make...
In the latest issue of TVBEurope, Managing Director of Dot Group, Simon Parkinson, explores how AI-driven solutions are transforming sustainability in the media and entertainment industry. While discussions often focus on improving resource allocation, content...
In an era where content is king, data has become the lifeblood of the media and entertainment industry. From the latest blockbuster films to cutting-edge video games, from live sports broadcasts to binge-worthy streaming series, the creation and delivery of compelling...
As the curtains fell on IBC2024, it became clear that the media and entertainment landscape is on the cusp of a profound transformation. Our sponsorship of the AI Tech Zone networking area provided a front-row seat to the industry's evolution, where technology and...
By Sabrina Nouicer, Commercial Director of Dot Group Imagine downloading the latest blockbuster game, only to face hours of loading screens. Or picture a developer racing to push out a critical patch, knowing every second of delay means thousands of frustrated...
How AI-Powered Sustainability Drives Business Success In today's business landscape, financial efficiency and environmental sustainability are no longer separate goals. They're two sides of the same coin, and savvy companies are leveraging AI-powered solutions...
We continue our exploration of data transfer solutions reshaping industries with a look now at the dynamic world of banking and finance. In an era where digital transformation is not just an option but a necessity, the financial sector stands at the precipice of a...
Welcome to the latest installment of our "Unleashing the Power of Data with Dot Group" series. As we explore how innovative data transfer solutions are reshaping various industries, we turn our attention to the automotive sector – an industry undergoing a...
Welcome to the second instalment of our Unleashing the Power of Data with Dot Group series, where we explore how innovative data transfer solutions are transforming various industries. In this edition, we focus on the oil, gas, and energy sector - a field where...
These days, data is the lifeblood of every organisation. So, the ability to efficiently and securely transfer files across global networks has become a critical success factor. As businesses generate and consume ever-increasing volumes of data, traditional file...
The annual Televisual Village Fete, the UK's largest gathering of post-production, VFX, and studio professionals, recently wrapped up with great success. As proud sponsors, Dot Group contributed to the event's festive atmosphere by donating a half crate of Taittinger...
by Petra Sargent, Head of Business Development at Dot Group Welcome to our new blog series, "Unleashing the Power of Data with Dot Group." As European specialists in IBM solutions, we're excited to explore how cutting-edge data transfer technologies are reshaping...
by Frédéric Montaigu-Lancelin, Data Solution Architect In my role as a Solution Architect at Dot Group, I've witnessed firsthand the numerous challenges companies face in today's fast-paced business environment. To become truly durable, companies must adapt, innovate,...
In today's fast-paced, data-driven world, businesses across industries face a common challenge: how to efficiently and securely manage the massive volumes of data that power their operations. From transferring large files across global teams to leveraging big data for...
How are petabytes of footage from major sporting events like the Olympic Games and European Football Championships transferred instantly to your TV screen? Gain exclusive insights into behind the scenes and uncover how you can optimise your data transfers and...
The media industry is bustling with freelancers and large enterprises who need a reliable, fast, and secure method to transfer files. Traditional services often fall short in meeting these needs, especially when it comes to the transfer speed when handling larger...
Thursday, May 23, 2024 3:30 PM - 4:15 PM(UTC+01:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London Agenda Join us for an insighful roundtable discussion where we delve into the powerful capabilities of IBM Aspera Faspex, a cutting-edge solution for fast, global person-to-person...
Recently, we hosted an insightful 30-minute webinar exploring our game-changing file transfer solution powered by IBM Aspera technology - DataSprint. Providing guaranteed speed, security, and affordability, DataSprint seamlessly transfers files of any magnitude to any...
In an increasingly interconnected digital world, the need for rapid and secure data transfer over vast distances has never been more paramount. Among the various solutions available, IBM Aspera stands out, particularly for its innovative Fast and Secure Protocol...
Recently, we hosted an insightful 30-minute webinar exploring the powerful and lesser-known features of IBM Aspera. If you missed the live event on Thursday, 8th February, don't worry – we have you covered. You can now access the recording of this informative session,...
Managing Director of Dot Group Simon Parkinson joined a roundtable discussion with Definition magazine and other leading experts from various corners of the industry to reveal what’s making the wide world of data tick – and what’s in store for the future. "Film...
In the rapidly evolving media landscape, sustainability has transitioned from a moral choice to a regulatory necessity. Spearheading this change is Barbara Lange, former executive director of SMPTE, with her sustainability consultancy, Kibo121, who is working with the...
In the ever-evolving landscape of digital file management, Dot Group's DataSprint emerges as a game-changer, harnessing the cutting-edge capabilities of IBM Aspera, renowned as the gold standard in high-speed file transfer technology. DataSprint stands out with its...
Simon Parkinson of Dot Group talks about the critical need to efficiently manage the ever-growing volume of media files in the professional media industry in an article for TVB Europe. Highlighting the daily challenge of millions of files being misplaced or needing...
In the complex landscape of data management, IBM Aspera emerges as a vital solution, particularly with its Aspera on Cloud service. This innovative service is designed to address the challenges frequently encountered in hybrid cloud transfers. These challenges range...
by Ian Currie, Dot Group ESG – environment, social and governance – is the collective term for a business’s impact on the environment and society. It is about responsibility, treating people, wherever they are, positively and fairly, and it is about minimising the...
The fast proliferation of data creates new challenges that many businesses are only now learning to manage.
Workflow automation replaces manually executed tasks performed by humans with software on machines that automatically executes all or some part of a process. More specifically, workflow automation entails streamlining a sequence of tasks, either within specific...
In today’s world, where file sizes are rapidly growing and the transfer distances are increasing, companies are searching for a solution that will transfer large data files securely. IBM Aspera’s underlying technology delivers an innovative approach to transfer security.
In the fast-moving and technology-focused era, many companies face the task of finding the best technology combination to serve their unique use case. Most often, finding the right tool comes with a pressing need that requires fast resolution. Furthermore, legacy...
Rapid data growth combined with the increasing numbers of global teams are driving new data transfer requirements. Nowadays, the company’s data distribution model must move almost infinite file sizes with great speed, advanced security, and maximum reliability while...