The right cloud strategy for PSM - PANEL

Presenter(s): Malte Blumberg (SWR), Wim Vermost (VRT), Hans Hoffmann (EBU)

In this panel discussion, experts explore the complexities of bridging multi-cloud environments with Dynamic Media Facilities (DMF), emphasizing the potential to leverage cloud-native architectures. The discussion addresses the need for strategic use of cloud provider-specific services, advocating for standardization while also being cautious of vendor lock-in.

Challenges like latency, storage costs, and security are highlighted as key considerations when moving media production to the cloud. The conversation underscores the necessity of workflow transformation and change management in cloud adoption. The panel also debates the feasibility of utilizing uncompressed formats in cloud environments.

A multi-cloud strategy is portrayed as a means to enhance flexibility, with direct connections to hyperscalers aiding efficient data transfer. The conversation closes with a call for collaboration across European public service media to streamline cloud strategies and infrastructure sharing.