For organizations with many remote locations (typically over 50), satellite technology offers the most cost-effective means of delivering full-screen, full-motion, digital quality video content. And because satellite costs are fixed, the more sites you have, the lower your cost per site. In fact, you can broadcast to an unlimited number or receive locations. When you lease a full-time channel on a satellite, costs are also based on a flat fee - enabling you to broadcast content up to 24/day with no additional usage fees. Further, live satellite events can incorporate viewer call-ins and other kinds of audience interactivity.
In addition to traditional KU-band digital satellite systems, other technologies, like IP satellite and DBS (Direct Broadcast Satellite i.e., Echostar's DISH Network), are becoming the network platforms of choice.
IP Satellite provides quick, cost-effective distribution of video and data, especially to multiple remote sites simultaneously, in a way that combines satellite and Internet technologies. It is most effectively used between remote sites continually and permanently... More>
While the direct broadcast satellite services, such as DISH Network, are primarily consumer-oriented, a number of businesses have utilized the platform for training and communications, as well. In fact, Broadcast International was the first service provider to launch... More>