Unveiling the Future of Service-based Applications: RiS-OSA Catena Promo Video and More!

Exciting news continues to unfold in the media industry, and at the heart of it all is the much-anticipated RiS-OSA Catena introductory video. Giving you an exclusive look at Catena, a pivotal initiative of the SMPTE Rapid Industry Solutions (RiS), Open Services Alliance (OSA), this transformative project is shaping the future of media.

Introducing RiS-OSA Catena

Catena is the answer to one of the media industry's most pressing challenges: standardizing and securing control over a multitude of media devices and microservices. Its mission is to create seamless interoperability across various vendors, platforms, and environments, whether in the cloud, on-premises, or hybrid environments. Catena promises to simplify microservice interoperability, unleashing new possibilities for media professionals to streamline their operations and stay at the forefront of innovation.

Access the Catena Introductory Video

The video provides an exciting sneak peek into Catena's world and the limitless potential it holds. To catch a glimpse of the future of media technology and understand how Catena is set to revolutionize the industry, visit the SMPTE website's home page.

Join the RiS-OSA Community

The RiS-OSA extends a warm invitation to media enthusiasts and professionals to become part of their dynamic community. By joining, you gain access to a wealth of knowledge, resources, and collaborative opportunities that will help you thrive in the ever-evolving media landscape. We have a history of attacking real-world challenges head-on and coming up with solutions within a matter of months. In addition to Catena, we have recently taken on two other exciting new initiatives, around Best Practices for Live Stream Distribution, and a Global Service Repository.

As a token of your support, you can expect to receive:

• A seat at the table helping shape the future of service-based applications for the global media industry.
• The opportunity to collaborate directly with your peers at all levels, and collectively create solutions beyond the ability of a single organization.
• Industry recognition as a thought leader and technology change agent.

Stay Tuned for Catena Working Group Launch

The RiS-OSA Catena working group, which is poised to take the industry by storm, is hard at work crafting solutions today. We'll soon be publishing Catena code on GitHub for public comment, allowing you to participate in this groundbreaking initiative. We also expect to pass the first of the Catena governing documents to SMPTE’s Standards Community very shortly. Things are moving quickly!

Upcoming RiS-OSA Panels

To learn more about RiS-OSA and its impact on the media industry, make sure to mark your calendars for the following events:

1. SMPTE Media Technology Summit

   - Panel Title: RiS-OSA: Pioneering the Future of Media

   - Speakers: Chris Lennon, Shawn Maynard, Stan Moote, Thomas Bause Mason

   - Date: October 18, 2023

   - Time: 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM

   - Room: Presentation Room 2

   - Registration: https://summit.smpte.org/2023

2. NAB NYC

   - Panel Title: Rapid Industry Solutions – Industry Update: Where We are, Where We’re Going and What’s in it for me?

   - Speakers: Chris Lennon, Loic Barbou, David Hoffman

   - Date: October 25, 2023

   - Time: 3:35 PM to 4:05 PM

   - Location: Tech Chat Stage + Lounge

   - Pass Required: Exhibits Pass (All-Badge Access)

   - Registration: https://nabny23.mapyourshow.com/8_0/sessions/session-details.cfm?scheduleid=276

In Conclusion

The release of the RiS-OSA Catena introductory video is just the beginning of a transformative journey. It's an invitation to explore and shape the future of media technology. Consider joining the Catena working group today as we rapidly develop the full Catena suite of solutions. The future of media is here, and you're invited to be a part of it! For inquiries and more information, feel free to reach out to us at ris-osa-info@smpte.org.