SAN JOSE, Calif., Sept. 12, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Harmonic
(NASDAQ: HLIT) today announced it has teamed up with Hewlett
Packard Enterprise (HPE) to optimize deployments of its
VOS® cloud-native platform. Together, Harmonic's VOS
offerings and HPE GreenLake deliver customer success through a
consumption-based service that enables operators to achieve
increased simplicity, scalability and cost savings for IPTV and OTT
video delivery.
"Deploying a video SaaS in the data center has never been
simpler," said Shahar Bar, senior
vice president, Video Business, at Harmonic. "We collaborated with
HPE to bring the best of both worlds for operators that prefer
on-premises systems but also want the agility of the public cloud.
This flexible, consumption-based business model radically
simplifies IT and frees up resources."
HPE GreenLake is a suite of curated solutions that delivers IT
outcomes with hardware, software and expertise on-premises. It
alters the economics of video delivery for operators using
Harmonic's VOS offerings, providing access to on-premises IT and
the benefits of cloud infrastructure. A wide range of applications
are supported, including linear channel origination, live, SVOD,
time-shift TV, live sports streaming, skinny bundles and disaster
recovery.
"HPE GreenLake marks a paradigm shift in IT operations," said
Kong Hoe Chan, general manager,
solution sales for HPE in APAC. "Collaborating with Harmonic, a
leader in video technologies and services, we're giving operators
greater choices, enabling a hybrid mix of IT operating models and
cloud-based media processing and delivery."
Harmonic and HPE will initially roll out this service in the
APAC region.
Harmonic will showcase its innovative video SaaS and software
solutions for OTT and next-gen TV delivery at IBC2019, Sept. 13-17, in Amsterdam, at stand 1.B20. Further information
about Harmonic and the company's solutions is available at
www.harmonicinc.com.
About Harmonic
Harmonic (NASDAQ: HLIT), the worldwide
leader in video delivery technology and services, enables
media companies and service providers to deliver ultra-high-quality
broadcast and OTT video services to consumers globally. The company
has also revolutionized cable access networking via the industry's
first virtualized cable access solution, enabling cable operators
to more flexibly deploy gigabit internet service to consumers'
homes and mobile devices. Whether simplifying OTT video delivery
via innovative cloud and SaaS technologies, or powering the
delivery of gigabit internet cable services, Harmonic is changing
the way media companies and service providers monetize live and VOD
content on every screen. More information is available at
www.harmonicinc.com.
This press release contains forward-looking statements within
the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and
Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Statements
concerning Harmonic's business and the anticipated capabilities,
advantages, reliability, efficiency, market acceptance, market
growth, specifications and benefits of Harmonic products, services
and technology are forward-looking statements. These statements are
based on our current expectations and beliefs and are subject to
risks and uncertainties, including the risks and
uncertainties more fully described in Harmonic's filings
with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Annual
Report on Form 10-K for the year ended Dec.
31, 2018, its Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and its Current
Reports on Form 8-K. The forward-looking statements in this press
release are based on information available to Harmonic as of the
date hereof, and Harmonic disclaims any obligation to update any
forward-looking statements.
Harmonic, the Harmonic logo and other Harmonic marks are owned
by Harmonic Inc. or its affiliates. All other trademarks referenced
herein are the property of their respective owners.
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