MENA: A Good Bet for Satellite Communications? - Presented February 24, 2010
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The Middle East and Africa continue to be vibrant markets for satellite communications. Many satellite industry giants are targeting these two regions as they see major growth opportunities, particularly compared to more mature markets in North America and Western Europe. Whether FSS, MSS or other satellite services, the demands for satellite powered communications, data and broadcast services appear to be strong.

Join Via Satellite in this important online seminar to learn how executives of major satellite companies view the landscape, the opportunities, the threats, the regulatory issues, for 2010 and beyond.

Find out the answers to key questions facing companies trying to monetize these compelling and diverse landscapes.
 

Addressing the Issues of Government and Military Bandwidth Acquisition - Presented December 16, 2009
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Today's U.S. Military needs more bandwidth than ever, and on short notice as new battle arenas develop quickly and unexpectedly. With the cancellation of TSAT, the military has realized that it MUST acquire bandwidth from commercial companies in order to have what it needs for advanced applications.

The problem is, the process of acquiring this bandwidth is stuck in a slow government, military acquisition process. The military needs the bandwidth quick, the commercial companies can give it to them (for the right price) and they both agree on a lot of issues. Once it enters the area of government red tape, everything slows down to the point where the military suffers because it is continuously behind on its needs and the commercial sector suffers because it has to sell that bandwidth to broadcasters and other private sector  companies to make money.

 

Experts from the military, government, industry associations and commercial operators discuss this important issue and come up with solutions.


Broadband Stimulus:  Lessons from the First Funding Window - Presented October 22, 2009
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The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act which included $7.2 billion in broadband stimulus funding to provide broadband Internet coverage to rural areas and network solutions to aid the development of smart grid technology opened up a golden opportunity for satellite companies.
 
As industry executives head back to their camps to craft new strategies for the next window, the competition is sizing up proposals and creating counter-offers. Via Satellite’s Broadband Stimulus webinar will bring executives to the table to share their experiences and provide insight on the process.

Minimizing Latency in Satellite Networks - Presented September 29, 2009
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The delay associated with transmitting information over a satellite link always rises to the top during a discussion of satellite communications. But latency in a satellite network can vary greatly and there are different strategies to deal with this variable.

Learn about ways to address latency concerns in a this webinar! 

What Does the Future Hold for 3D TV? - Presented September 24, 2009
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As a world beyond HD begins to come into focus, the satellite broadcasting sector already is looking for the next generation of HD entertainment, and with early success in theater demonstrations, 3D HD is moving toward becoming a commercial reality. Find out about the technology behind the market, the revenue potential and how close we are to seeing 3D TV being deployed in major markets across the globe.

Asia Satellite: CEOs Assess Asia-Pacific Satellite Market: Opportunities, Threats, Regulatory Issues - Presented June 9, 2009
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The communications/broadcast landscape in Asia could provide a number of huge opportunities for satellite players as vast populations remain eager and ready to access the latest technologies. With still relatively low levels of broadband and pay-TV penetration across the region, satellite players could find lucrative growth opportunities in many markets. However, with tight regulation an issue, monetizing these markets could be easier said than done.

Lessons for the Military Sector from Obama's First 100 Days - Presented May 5, 2009
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When Barack Obama was elected to the U.S. presidency, it marked the start of a new era in U.S. and global politics, but the satellite sector has greeted this change warily, waiting to see what changes may be implemented in U.S. military and space policy.

April 29 marks President Obama’s 100th day in office, and military analysts and officials will discuss what we have learned about the administration’s plans for the U.S. military in terms of budget and operations and what this mean for the satellite industry.

•  How important are military space assets to the new administration? What have we learned so far about how Space policy may be shaped in months to come?
• What will military budgets look like for the next several years?
• What satellite programs will face cuts?
• What will happen to spending on commercial satellite communications as the pace of operations changes?

The Satellite Sector and the Broadband Stimulus - Presented April 28, 2009
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Broadband connectivity has become an essential utility of modern society, but despite huge investments in terrestrial networks, many rural communities still have few options  when it comes to broadband connectivity. Satellite offers attractive options for users in these communities, but often has been seen as too expensive and too inconsistent.
Now President Obama’s American Recovery and Reinvestment Act includes $7.2 billion for broadband development in areas where satellite providers are one of, if not the only, option for customers. Will the satellite sector be able to take advantage of this funding to grab a large share of the market. Learn from analysts and government officials about the plans for the funds and who controls the purse strings.
What are the federal government and the states looking to accomplish under these programs?

• How will the federal government and the state governments be distributing their share of the broadband money?
• With a number of satellite operators in the United States offering these solutions and seemingly in a good financial position, how can the stimulus money be used?
• Could the costs for satellite equipment in this area fall even further as a result of the funding?
• Who are the satellite sector competitors in the fight for the funding?

The Demand for Satellite Services in the Middle East  - Presented March 17, 2009
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The Middle East is one of the most dynamic markets for satellite communications anywhere in the world. Blossoming pay-TV markets, strong demand for business applications and military satellite capacity, means everywhere you look, there are interesting and vibrant markets for satellite players to target.

 The key questions facing companies wanting to do business in the region are:

• Will the region be impacted by the global economic downturn? What impact will falling oil prices have in the region?
• Which are the major markets for growth in the region? Why is this still an attractive market for satellite players?
• What impact will new players such as Yahsat have in the market? How do local operators and international fit together in this region?
• Is there a satellite broadband opportunity in the Middle East? How are the video markets shaping up?
• With Allied Forces expected to be pulling back their involvement in Iraq, will there be less demand for military satellite capacity in the region?
• Is it a good or a bad time to be involved in the satellite industry in the Middle East?

 In a major webinar on the subject, Via Satellite will have some of the industry’s top executives and thinkers presenting to you directly and answering all of these key questions facing companies in this sector.

Digital Signage: Pros and Cons During a Credit Crunch - Presented February 17, 2009
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Digital signage is one of the most effective ways of reaching customers to provide information about the latest products and brands. A relatively new medium, it can be a highly effective form of advertising, and a way of transmitting messages in key locations such as airports, department stores, banks and other public venues.

Our leading panel of experts and thinkers will deliver key insights into these and other questions:

• Does digital signage become even more attractive to companies during a credit crunch era? Does it offer a maximum return on investment in terms of hitting eyeballs?
• Will we see a cutback of large scale digital signage deployments as companies look to tighten their belts in 2009?
• What role will satellite companies and satellite-based digital signage play in this new landscape in 2009?
• Will satellite companies be able to play on traditional satellite strengths such as comprehensive coverage to open up new opportunities in this area?
• What trends are emerging in digital signage to help companies get their message across?

IP and the Satellite Industry - Presented January 20, 2009
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IP gear for satellite data communications is not new, nor is video-over-IP technology. Enterprise video networks have employed IP since the late 1990s, and the technology has been used in satellite Internet backbone connectivity links, corporate VSAT and consumer applications with huge benefits. Satellite video equipment manufacturers’ current and next-generation products are ready-play in an IP-networked world, and IP is becoming main stream in real-time satellite video.

Join Via Satellite for an information-packed webinar to learn how IP technology impacts the satellite arena and strategies you can use to implement IP technology into your business plans. We’ve selected a panel of experts who will share lessons learned, case studies and strategies for integrating IP technology into your communications network.

This webinar will help you and your team:

• Discover how IP technology is becoming prevalent on the communications landscape and how it fits in with the satellite industry
• Understand how satellite players use IP to boost their own business plans and growth strategies
• Discover how IP technology can provide network flexibility and the advantages of using IP delivery of services
• Understand the cost and time saving benefits of IP technology, key concerns in today’s highly competitive market
• And more!

Don’t miss this opportunity to get your questions answered and learn more about this important technology.

Digital Switchover - What It Means For Broadcasting - Presented December 16, 2008
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The U.S. Federal Communications Commission is requiring broadcasters in the United States to end analog transmissions Feb. 17 and move entirely to digital operations. The transition will directly affect about 1,500 local television stations and an estimated 11,000 cable headends across the United States. Every facet of broadcasting will be affected, and while the industry has been preparing for this switch for several years, some broadcasters are scrambling to ensure their new digital networks will be ready in time.

Our leading panel of experts will address:

• Is the United States ready for this move?
• Are there lessons that can be learned from other countries which already have made the transition?
• How will satellite service providers, satellite operators and hardware manufacturers be affected by this government-mandated move?
• What are the opportunities that will be created post-switch?
• And More!

Compression Trends - Presented November 18, 2008
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With more and more demand for services and limited bandwidth, discover how the satellite industry will rely on the latest in compression technology to keep revenues flowing.  Join us on November 18, for this interactive live webinar to learn about the need for compression technology and its importance in the broadcasting/communications arena.

Our experts will cover:

• The latest compression developments
• The impact advanced compression techniques will have on the market
• What sectors need this technology the most
• The advancements industry wide in the coming years, decade…
• Limitations of this technology
• And more!

Digital Satellite Newsgathering - Presented October 21, 2008
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As Satellite Newsgathering (SNG) technology continues to improve at a rapid rate, larger news organizations have been able to cover events from around the globe while cutting costs and smaller organizations have been expanding their operations and providing more content from the field.

Likewise, SNG trucks continue to play an vital role in the broadcasting arena, but the 24-hour news cycle means that news organizations must provide more live content worldwide. This makes smaller, portable digital SNG units the must-have tool for news organizations.

Via Satellite along with executives from leading SNG equipment manufacturers will discuss the latest issues in the SNG arena and be on hand to answer your questions. This one hour webinar will look at the latest technology available for your operations.

Central Command & Control: Maximizing Effectiveness in the Field through the Automation of Work-Flows and Central Control - Presented September 25 , 2008
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Today’s communications networks are increasingly complex due to the intermingling of multiple vendor technologies that span different programs and are rarely integrated. This is especially true for geographically dispersed networks supporting military theater and emergency services. The subsequent fragmentation of the network threatens the disruption of key 24/7 services.

Join Via Satellite and DataPath for this FREE webinar to learn how advanced network control software can be deployed for air-tight Centralized Command and Control.