Powervision TV opens with TerraBlock shared storage
Published: WORSHIP
INDIA: A TerraBlock shared storage solution from Facilis Technology has been installed at the Indian international Christian broadcaster, Powervision TV. Facilis worked closely on the project with its primary Indian channel partner, Wecom Global.
‘After careful evaluation of several companies we selected Wecom Global to assist us through this strategically important technology migration,’ explained Bimal Ambrose, senior editor and technical manager at Powervision TV. ‘They advised that we install Facilis TerraBlock and their consultancy has proved valuable. The system was installed this June and the workflow has operated efficiently and reliably since day one.’
Wecom Global was recruited by Powervision TV to consult and assist with the channel’s transition from tape-to file-based workflows. The key drivers for this infrastructure upgrade were reportedly a need for increased speed, efficiency and productivity within their post production and producer approval procedures. Working closely with Powervision TV’s in-house engineering team, Wecom designed and integrated a workflow which sees a Facilis TerraBlock 24/EX12 32TB storage system supporting a network of eight Avid edit suites.
‘In selecting Facilis, key factors for us were the performance and cost effectiveness of TerraBlock and in both respects we are delighted with the results. We operate with limited financial resources, so to be able to afford this standard of shared storage system has been a massive boost for us,” concluded Mr Ambrose. ‘This would not have been possible without Wecom Global, which has supported us throughout the system design, integration and commissioning stages. And today, Wecom continues to provide technical and operational support 24/7.’