SAN
JOSE, Calif., Aug. 28,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Harmonic (NASDAQ: HLIT) today
announced that Globo, the largest media conglomerate in
Brazil, is migrating its playout
workflow to the cloud with Harmonic. As a comprehensive solution
with powerful channel playout, advanced branding, transcoding and
delivery capabilities, Harmonic's cloud-native VOS®
Media Software enables Globo to launch linear playout channels
faster, increase its workflow efficiencies and reduce expenses.
"Today, Globo's linear channels reach over 100 million people
across multiple platforms, and we want to continue to provide a
state-of-the-art experience to our customers on every screen," said
Mauricio Felix, technology director
at Globo. "Adopting a cloud-based workflow will keep us at the
forefront of technology innovation. We chose Harmonic as our
strategic partner based on its mature cloud-native media software
solution, extensive expertise in cloud playout deployments and
world-class local support."
Globo will integrate VOS Media Software with an Aveco automation
system to streamline its playout operations. Running seamlessly on
Google Cloud, the advanced software provides Globo with increased
scalability, flexibility and reliability. VOS software connects and
synchronizes all microservices for every workflow, end to end.
"Harmonic's VOS Media Software puts Globo in the position to be
the first media company in the LATAM region to deliver 24/7
channels with a cloud-based playout and automation solution, which
is an amazing achievement," said Gil
Rudge, senior vice president, products and Americas sales,
video business, at Harmonic. "Offering unparalleled agility,
resiliency, security and scalability, our VOS Media Software will
allow Globo to expand playout channels easily as its business
evolves."
Harmonic will showcase the latest innovations in video streaming
and broadcast delivery at IBC2024, Sept.
13-16 in Amsterdam. To
schedule a meeting with Harmonic at stand 1.B20, visit
www.harmonicinc.com/video-streaming/events/ibc. Further information
about Harmonic and the company's solutions is available at
www.harmonicinc.com.
About Harmonic
Harmonic (NASDAQ: HLIT), the worldwide
leader in virtualized broadband and video delivery solutions,
enables media companies and service providers to deliver
ultra-high-quality video streaming and broadcast services to
consumers globally. The company revolutionized broadband networking
via the industry's first virtualized broadband solution, enabling
operators to more flexibly deploy gigabit internet service to
consumers' homes and mobile devices. Whether simplifying OTT video
delivery via innovative cloud and software platforms, or powering
the delivery of gigabit internet services, Harmonic is changing the
way media companies and service providers monetize live and
on-demand content on every screen. More information is available at
www.harmonicinc.com.
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Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Statements
concerning Harmonic's business and the anticipated capabilities,
advantages, reliability, efficiency, market acceptance, market
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with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Annual
Report on Form 10-K for the year ended Dec.
31, 2023, its Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and its Current
Reports on Form 8-K. The forward-looking statements in this press
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