SEATTLE, April 8, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Globant, a
digitally native technology services company, announced the
availability of Signal OTT, a leading platform-as-a-service (PaaS)
offering on Microsoft Azure. This will help media houses and
content publishers reach and engage users across device form
factors and drive new revenue streams through delightful
experiences.
Signal is based on an industry-standard, N-tiered, plug-in
architecture that meets the unique certification requirements of
each mobile or Connected TV platform. Signal provides an app
CMS that enables real-time app updates, from style to content
control. Signal also provides gaming tools, social interactions,
comments, likes, and second screen tools to engage audiences.
"OTT adoption and streaming video consumption are growing
massively, but developing and managing OTT apps are complex and
expensive processes. Globant's deep understanding and years of
partnering with leading brands in the media and entertainment
industry, when combined with our strong capabilities on Microsoft
Azure, will allow us to accelerate delivery of rich digital
experiences at scale," said Russ
Whitman, Managing Director at Globant Seattle.
"Signal simplifies the OTT workflow and allows companies to
focus on their content and business vision. We're thrilled to see
how this product can now reach Microsoft Azure users. We can't wait
to see all we are able to accomplish together in the future," said
Diego Tártara, CTO Studios at Globant.
Signal is tightly integrated with Azure and uses Azure SQL
Database, Microsoft Power BI, Azure Storage, and Azure Media
Services.
"Through Signal OTT on Microsoft
Azure, Globant brings compelling digital experiences to
our customers, and we look forward to partnering to enhance
customer experiences across devices and platforms,"
said Sudheer Sirivara, General Manager, Azure Media,
Microsoft Corp.
For more information about Signal, please visit www.sgnl.tv.
About Globant
We are a digitally native company where innovation, design and
engineering meet scale. We use the latest technologies in the
digital and cognitive field to transform organizations in every
aspect.
- Globant has more than 8,300 professionals and we are present in
14 countries, working for companies like Google, Southwest
Airlines, EA and BBVA among others. Google, LinkedIn, BBVA, EA and
Coca-Cola, among others.
- We were named a Worldwide Leader of Digital Strategy Consulting
Services by IDC MarketScape report (2016 and 2017)
- We are featured as a business case study at Harvard, MIT, and
Stanford.
For more information, visit www.globant.com
Contact:
Megan
Felz
312-964-9111
megan.felz@walkersands.com
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