Captivate Selects GTT SD-WAN for Improved Secure Real-Time Video Transmission
February 18 2020 - 8:00AM
Business Wire
GTT Communications, Inc. (NYSE: GTT), a leading global cloud
networking provider to multinational clients, announced today that
Captivate has selected GTT’s managed SD-WAN service to improve
network security, increase network uptime, and deliver real-time
video content to nearly 1,700 premier building locations across
North America. The four-year contract includes multi-phased service
deployment to Captivate’s current building locations and allows new
building sites to be added as Captivate expands its service
footprint.
GTT SD-WAN enables Captivate to transmit video content from a
centralized platform for a more flexible and responsive video
service to Captivate clients, including property owners and
managers as well as advertisers. GTT SD-WAN is configured with
broadband connectivity to each building location, coupled with
3G/4G wireless access to deliver optimized network performance and
enhanced resiliency.
“GTT’s SD-WAN solution is transforming Captivate’s business by
supporting real-time data flows between our clients’ buildings,
content and advertising partners, and the cloud-based applications
involved in display management,” commented Del McPhetridge, vice
president of operations at Captivate. “The expansion to real-time,
on-demand content updates requires 100 percent video broadcast
uptime. We selected GTT for the performance capabilities of its
SD-WAN service, the reach of its Tier 1 IP network, its premier
network operation center (NOC) support, and its proven managed
services track record.”
“Connecting people in building elevators and lobbies across
North America to view real-time news, information and sponsored
content exemplifies GTT’s powerful purpose,” stated Rick Calder,
GTT president and CEO. “With this large-scale GTT SD-WAN
deployment, we are committed to ensuring Captivate’s continued
success as a leading innovator in digital media and
advertising.”
Technology advisor and GTT channel partner TechChoice played a
facilitating role to secure this client contract for a managed
SD-WAN service.
“We are pleased to have the opportunity to contribute our
expertise to helping determine the best network solution for
Captivate to achieve their technology goals,” stated Paul Storella,
founder of TechChoice. “In collaboration with GTT, we have designed
the most scalable, agile and diverse network that advances
Captivate’s video content platform to a new level of performance
for its clients.”
About GTT
GTT connects people across organizations, around the world and
to every application in the cloud. Our clients benefit from an
outstanding service experience built on our core values of
simplicity, speed and agility. GTT owns and operates a global Tier
1 internet network and provides a comprehensive suite of cloud
networking services. For more information on GTT (NYSE: GTT),
please visit www.gtt.net.
About Captivate
Known for its vast network of 12,000 elevator and lobby displays
located in 1,700 premier office buildings across North America,
Captivate brings life to work as commercial real estate’s number
one digital media amenity. Captivate takes tenant satisfaction to
new heights by delivering meaningful, engaging information and
effective tenant communication to 13 million unique monthly
viewers. This Class A service redefines the tenant’s building
experience and elevates building status. Founded in 1997, Captivate
is owned by Generation Partners. For more information, please visit
https://www.captivate.com/.
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