Content Acquisition & Programming

ec+m assists broadband content aggregators (e.g., telcos, utilities, cable operators, online services and wireless networks) and other digital networks, develop both tactical and long-range content strategies. With over 14 years of experience involving video on demand (VOD) services, broadcast/cable networks and interactive platforms, we will  help you create dynamic programming packages that maximize the profitability of the critical elements  of your content mix. We can also help you develop the necessary processes and procedures for the secure management of that content.

 

Content Distribution / Ad Platform integration

Whether your company needs assistance in distributing individual programs or a new network, ec+m can develop a detailed distribution plan based on the type of content, the territories (or markets) in which you plan to operate, and the medium of delivery (cable, FTTx, internet, wireless, etc.). With our extensive relationships with domestic and international broadcasters, networks and cable/satellite platforms, we help your company by directly negotiating license or affiliation agreements with the top media companies that match your distribution criteria.

 

In addition to numerous broadcasters around the world, some of the cable/satellite/telco companies we have experience dealing with are BSkyB, British Telecom, Canal Plus, Comcast, DirecTV, NTL, Perfect TV, JAP-TEL, and others.

 

Strategy

ec+m is experienced in assisting companies develop business strategies for new services and products or refocusing their current strategy. Whether your company is a technology provider or a producer/aggregator of content, we can assist you in defining key business objectives, creating mission statements, analyzing your target market(s), identifying critical success factors/potential hurdles, defining product/brand positioning and developing distribution strategies, including new technology Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality

 

Business Planning

ec+m can assist in translating your company’s strategy into executable plans and budgets that can be used both internally and for fund raising. Plans range from annual budgets to 10-year plans and contain very detailed revenue, expense and capital expenditure sections. As part of building financial models, we can also assist you in writing the narrative portion of business plan covering important areas such as industry background, business strategy, and detailed business plan assumptions.

 

Project Management

ec+m can manage or perform specific projects your company may require to meet time critical business objectives. Examples of these projects involve performing research, creating marketing campaigns/programs, acquiring content, and launching new services /products.

 

Talent Management

ec+m offers PR services, marketing, and booking services to national and local venues, Indian Casinos, and public events.