DALET BRIO MAKES ITS DEBUT

Advanced ingest/output technology leverages IT-based hardware adding highly flexible and cost effective mass content ingest and delivery capabilities to Dalet enterprise MAM solutions

Dalet Digital System, one of the leading developers of enterprise Media Asset Management (MAM) solutions for News, Sports and Programming, has announced Dalet Brio, an innovative IT-based input and output video platform. Fully integrated with Dalet Enterprise Edition, the company's all-in-one newsroom, automation and media management solution, Dalet Brio records media in a range of formats and resolutions; performs necessary conversions; stores it either locally or on a central SAN; and then plays it out, again in a range of formats and resolutions.

"Dalet Brio is the first product to roll out from our acquisition of Gruppo TNT," says David Lasry, Dalet's CEO. "Developed on a proven technology, Brio adds yet another dimension to the extensive Dalet MAM capabilities. It supports our commitment to offering open, fully integrated IT-based solutions that facilitate large-scale multimedia production and 360° delivery."
Developed on advanced IT-based technology, Brio brings a mature and feature-rich set of capabilities to Dalet Enterprise Edition. Flexible software codecs allow a transparent mix of HD and SD video in multiple formats, with built-in processes for down- and up-conversion. The flexibility drastically eases the transition from SD to HD. Local and centralized storage can be configured to suit a range of requirements. Built-in channel branding and graphic tools are also included. "At Mediaset, we have been using the technology developed by Gruppo TNT for more than 5 years," says Mauro Cassanmagnago, Deputy General Manager – Department of Research & Engineering Director of Videotime S.p.A. - Mediaset Group. "Five years ago we did an extensive search on the market for a system that could give us the flexibility to effectively manage diverse digital formats and content for our sports, playout and entertainment departments. The solution offered by Gruppo TNT turned out to be the most open and adaptable to meet our constantly growing needs. Since then we used the same open IT technology in many different areas. Now there are more than 80 servers in place - including playout, QC, HD studios production, and highly innovative disaster recovery. Now again its flexibility will play an important role in the new Newsroom project."

The open architecture and IT-based hardware allows Dalet Brio to scale up to manage many simultaneous feeds and playout channels. In a MAM workflow, it can be used for mass ingest, QC, and disaster recovery playout. In a newsroom setting, Dalet Brio along with Dalet Ingest and OnAir tools provides feed ingest capabilities coupled with reliable and cost-effective playout for newscast or 24/7 news wheels. Dalet Brio can also extend the port count at existing Dalet systems, in combination with existing supported servers.

AMTEC distribuirá DALET en México

Festejando su vigésimo Aniversario en NAB, Dalet pone la mira en México con AMTEC como socio de negocios en el país, de lo cual nos platica Mario Mekler de Dalet.

Dando una gran fiesta por su 20 Aniversario en la industria en la disco Pure del Hotel Ceaser Palace, con miras a nuestro país, Dalet firmó el contrato de representación con AMTEC para soluciones de Video de Dalet en México. Por parte de la compañía mexicana la firma fue realizada por Andrés Martínez Marin, mientras que por parte de Dalet firmó Stephane Schlayen, CEO de Dalet París.

Andres Martinez Marin, Director General de AMTEC y Stephane Schlayen, CEO de Dalet París.

Con referencia a ello, Andrés Martínez Marin reconoció: “Hemos aceptado el reto de representar a Dalet en la parte de soluciones de Video, porque adicional a que efectivamente en los últimos años, nos hemos dado cuenta de su dinamismo y facilidad para incorporarse y satisfacer las necesidades de las estaciones de televisión, pequeñas o grandes, por su diseño configurable se acomodan fácilmente a las soluciones que venimos manejando de tiempo atrás, como es el caso de Omneon.”

Mario Mekler Business Development Manager Florida and Latin America de Dalet
“El mercado de Broadcast en México es muy dinámico y altamente cualificado”

Durante NAB designaron a AMTEC como representante de Dalet para México, cual fue los valores que vieron en AMTEC para esta designación?
AMTEC es una empresa de ingeniería con casi 20 años de experiencia en el mercado del Broadcast. Tiene una vocación por el servicio al cliente, personal bien capacitado y representa una gama de productos complementarios a los sistemas y soluciones de Dalet.


Cual es su referencia del mercado profesional mexicano, y cuales son sus perspectivas de oportunidades para Dalet en México?
El mercado de Broadcast en México es muy dinámico y altamente cualificado. Los departamentos de ingeniería de las empresas del sector dominan la tecnología que existe actualmente y conoce sus limitaciones y ventajas. Por eso esperan de empresas como Dalet un alto compromiso en la calidad de nuestras soluciones, la optimización de sus recursos y mejora de sus procesos y operaciones. DMS Tecnología continuará siendo un partner de soporte certificado de Dalet y seguirá ofreciendo servicios de implementación, capacitación y soporte post venta a todos los clientes que lo requieran.

Por último, que reflexión podría darme del aniversario de Dalet en la industria que se festejo durante NAB 2010 y cuales considera que fueron los hitos de su compañía en estos años?
Una muestra del éxito logrado en los últimos 20 años son nuestros clientes. Los sistemas de Dalet se utilizan en todo el mundo con miles de usuarios creadores de contenidos. Se encuentran tanto en las principales cadenas de televisión públicas y privadas como en emisoras de radio.

Algunos ejemplos son ABS-CBN, BBC, Canal +, CBC, DR, NBC, NPR, RTBF, RFI, Russia Today, RSR & TSR, RT Malaysia, VOA, WDR, Televisa, MVS, Antena 3, FOX,eTV, Orange, Prime Television, Time Warner, Warner Bros., XM-Sirius Indudablemente uno de los grandes hitos de Dalet es nuestra última versión “Dalet Enterprise Edition”, en la que se combina una plataforma MAM con un motor de flujos de trabajo para el manejo de noticias, deportes, programas, entretenimiento y archivo. Por lo que hemos constatado actualmente no existe en el mercado una solución tan completa como la nuestra.

Dalet Announces Four Key Executive Appointments

Moves strengthen Dalet's strategic efforts and support expanding presence in Media Asset Management, News and Sports production markets

Appointment Highlights

-Julien Decaix appointed General Manager of Dalet Digital Media Systems USA.

-Benjamin Desbois assumes global role as Director of Worldwide Business Development.

-Fabien Donato promoted to General Manager of Dalet Spain.

-Dalet UK General Manager Chris Wright expands territory oversight to include the Middle East.

Dalet is pleased to announce the appointments of Julien Decaix to General Manager of Dalet Digital Media Systems USA, Benjamin Desbois to Director of Worldwide Business Development, and Fabien Donato to General Manager of Dalet Spain. Dalet UK General Manager, Chris Wright, expands his current role to include management of the Middle East market. The appointments are effective immediately.

Julien Decaix – General Manager, Dalet Digital Media Systems USA

Julien Decaix assumes management of the Dalet US business unit, succeeding Benjamin Desbois. In his new role, Julien is responsible for Dalet sales and marketing strategies for the United States, Canada and Latin America. A member of the Dalet team since 2000 and management team since 2006, Julien is a technically savvy business development executive who was instrumental in developing Dalet business across Southern Europe and Latin/South American markets. In his previous position as General Manager of Dalet Spain, he secured some of the largest contracts for Dalet, including the multi-million Euro project, Radio Nacional de España.

Benjamin Desbois – Director of Worldwide Business Development

Benjamin Desbois has been tapped to fill the newly created Director of Worldwide Business Development position, supporting the company's expanding global efforts in the Media Asset Management (MAM), News and Sports Production sectors. Benjamin will primarily focus on expanding Dalet business with the newly acquired Gruppo TNT Company. Also a member of the Dalet team since 2000, Benjamin was influential in establishing Dalet enterprise MAM technology as the leading News Production and Program Management solution among North American broadcasters, including FOX Sports, Time Warner Cable and NBC Universal.
"As more and more broadcasters and content producers move to Dalet's MAM-driven workflows, it is critical that we align our management team to address the growing market opportunities. These internal moves reflect that market expansion. Julien possesses a unique combination of technical domain expertise with a successful track record of leadership and enterprise business development. This is extremely important for managing the growth of US operations," said Stephane Schlayen, Chief Operating Officer, Dalet SA. "Benjamin played a key role in establishing Dalet Enterprise Edition as the MAM and News Production solution for North American broadcasters; winning over trademark organizations such as NBC, Time Warner Cable and Warner Bros. The acquisition of Gruppo TNT provides us with several strategic opportunities to expand our business. No doubt that Benjamin's deep knowledge of the broadcast market will help convert these opportunities into new business for Dalet."

Fabien Donato – General Manager, Dalet Spain

Promoted to General Manager for Dalet Spain, Fabien Donato oversees sales and operations activities for Spain, Italy and Portugal; supervising Dalet teams located in Spain and Italy. A member of the Dalet team since 2006 as a Product Manager and a Workflow Specialist, Fabien has contributed significantly to the success of multiple enterprise-scale European MAM and News production projects, including the Antenas 3 Noticias project (Spain), a 2010 IBC Innovation Award finalist. "Antenas 3 represents the full potential of Dalet's technical prowess," says Stephane Schlayen. "Fabien's keen understanding of MAM-driven broadcast workflows will serve broadcasters well as they transition from analogue and digital islands to true collaborative enterprise wide workflows that connect the production chain from planning, to production, to playout, and onto archive."

Chris Wright – General Manager, Dalet UK

Chris Wright joined Dalet in 2004 as Director of Product Development. Promoted to General Manager of Dalet UK in 2006, Chris is responsible for developing MAM and News Production markets in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Scandinavia, Netherlands, Belgium, Southern Africa and now the Middle East. An experienced industry executive with a strong business and technical background, Chris has a deep understanding of broadcast workflows for large-scale public and private broadcasters. Chris played a pivotal role in the adoption of Dalet's enterprise TV solutions at the BBC. Notable installations include the BBC Arabic TV channel, the BBC Persian TV channel and the corporate Framework Agreement for the BBC's Video Editing and Playout tender. "The Dalet UK business unit has experienced tremendous growth under Chris Wright's leadership. His sound guidance is key for expanding Dalet's presence within the Middle Eastern market," added Stephane Schlayen.