Beyond silos: case study in xOps-driven broadcast workflows

As software solution providers, our mission is clear: improve workflows, drive efficiency, and deliver value. In my experience, nothing accelerates that mission more than building solutions that are open to integration. Openness isn’t just a technical choice; it’s a strategic one.

We’ve seen this firsthand through our work with enterprise users across the broadcast industry. One standout example is the integration between DataMiner and EVS Cerebrum, a powerful broadcast control system.

The challenge: routing control in broadcast workflows

EVS Cerebrum tackles one of the most persistent challenges in broadcast operations: routing control. Despite advances in technology, routing often remains a bottleneck. Cerebrum addresses this with:

• Centralized control
• Protocol-agnostic architecture
• Scalability from OB vans to multi-site operations
• Workflow-specific control panel customization
• Support for cloud-native and SDN workflows

Now you might be thinking: with such robust capabilities, why would they even bother prioritizing openness and integration?

Just-in-time value through integration

The answer is simple: No matter how much value you bring, it is only impactful when delivered at the right time and in the right context. That’s where DataMiner comes in.

As an open xOps platform, DataMiner amplifies Cerebrum’s capabilities in three ways when integrated out of the box. Here’s how:

• Familiar controls: Operators can use the DataMiner EVS Cerebrum App with a web-based UI, reducing the need for retraining while leveraging Cerebrum’s routing engine.
• Workflow synergy: Seamless integration with existing DataMiner-based workflows for scheduling, resource management, operations design, personnel, and administration, which aligns with broader business strategies.
• Advanced xOps features: Access automation, correlation, resource orchestration, and low-code/no-code UI design, all built-in within the DataMiner ecosystem.

The era of open enterprise platforms

This integration is just one example of why open xOps platforms matter. The benefits are too significant to ignore:

• Foster interoperability and innovation
• Avoid vendor lock-in and future-proof your business
• Combine best-of-breed tools for maximum efficiency
• Enable rapid customization and agile development

Enhance, don’t replace

The conversation has evolved from competing platforms to enhancing value. Customers embrace platforms that save time, reduce costs, and boost operational agility. Open xOps isn’t just a trend; it’s the foundation of modern enterprise success.

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