Conditional Access
Hollywood-grade content security
without the blockbuster headaches
Content still reigns as the undisputed king
In a highly competitive media landscape, consumers have unprecedented choice. Their eyeballs (and the associated revenue) will be drawn to the most desirable content. Whether they are attracted by premier sporting events, blockbuster movies, or gripping TV series, operators still need to demonstrate their content security is up to scratch if they want to win the rights.
Conditional Access requirements continue to grow as piracy evolves
Rights owners will not license their Ultra HD, premium content for broadcast or VOD distribution without impenetrable security. For pay-TV operators, this translates to a heavy burden of maintaining and configuring a Conditional Access (CA) system in the face of constantly shifting requirements. All this distracts from an operator’s core business of entertaining viewers.
A fast, cost-effective route to reliable CA on your terms
Maximum flexibility
Though all broadcast operators seek to engage and entertain viewers, no two operators are exactly alike. Whether you are an established operator with a subscriber base to protect or a start-up operation gearing up for future growth, Irdeto’s tiered CA services cater to all user requirements based on defined Service Level Agreements.
Highest levels of reliability
An operator’s reputation stands and falls with the reliability of their service. Viewers will not hang around when system design errors or maintenance windows interrupt their viewing. With Managed CA, our experts ensure your system is always on, backed up by inherent design redundancy, 24/7 support, and regular updates.
Fast time to market
There’s no need to delay the design and deployment phase of your CA project while you wait for Capex approval. Managed CA services allow operators to switch a part (or all) of their expenditure to an Opex model, helping to fast-track systems upgrade or greenfield CA projects. You’re then free to adapt and grow at your own pace with Irdeto’s support as you scale.
Reduced operating costs
As margins are squeezed, operators continually look to drive down their operating costs. With Managed CA services, each operator shares our pool of specialist staff, resources and common infrastructure. This allows them to enjoy economies of scale whilst getting the kind of expert support that would take years to build in-house.
Stay ahead with the latest in security
Irdeto has long-term partnerships with all the leading rights holders and industry bodies, ensuring your Managed CA deployment will remain fully compliant with evolving standards including MovieLabs’ Enhanced Content Protection (ECP) Secure Media Pipeline (SMP) and High Definition Content Protection (HDCP 2.2).
