Signiant Upgrades Media Shuttle

Adds new workflow and business intelligence features to the file-sharing software

By George Winslow -- Broadcasting & Cable, 1/17/2013 5:42:09 PM

Signiant has made several important improvements to its Media Shuttle hybrid SaaS file-sharing solution that is used by large broadcasters, Hollywood production companies, media service providers and post-production facilities.

These enhancements include features for streamlined workflows that allow users to configure their file transfer portals to deliver content directly to a network folder, providing an instant access to automated file-based operations, such as virus checking or transcoding.

The new version also adds cloud-based APIs, which offer better business intelligence on file transfers that could be used in billing, content tracking, compliance and audit systems.

George Rizkallah, founder and CEO of The Product Factory, which uses the Media Shuttle product, said in a statement that the system "cuts delivery time in half compared to other products on the market" and that the "subscription-based solution" allows them to "avoid sizable capital outlays."