Development of a Multi-Platform Digital Streaming Service with Robust Content Management

The client faces the need to develop a comprehensive subscription-based streaming service capable of showcasing a wide range of original and international content, including specialized sections such as children's programming. Critical challenges include creating a highly versatile, multi-device application that must seamlessly integrate with various external technology partners, ensure content security, support multiple languages, and comply with regional regulations like EU portability. The complexity of integrating frontend functionalities with backend content management and content delivery systems while adhering to strict timelines presents a significant obstacle.

A large-scale entertainment company with an extensive catalog of films and series seeking to expand into digital streaming to reach diverse audiences worldwide.

• Develop a highly responsive, intuitive frontend application compatible with various devices including mobiles, connected TVs, smart TVs, and web browsers.
• Implement a rich content library featuring diverse genres, including local productions and children’s content, with secure digital rights management and efficient content management capabilities.
• Ensure seamless content delivery with a robust content delivery network, supporting high-quality streaming for a global audience.
• Support multiple languages with scalability for additional language options in future updates.
• Integrate features like content filtering, internal search, pagination, browser caching, and user personalization to enhance content discovery and user engagement.
• Implement compliance measures for regional regulations such as EU portability, enabling content access during travel within the EU.
• Develop tools for performance tracking and keyword analysis to optimize content visibility and user experience.
• Streamline communication and integration across multiple technology partners through adaptable frontend interfaces and standardized communication protocols.

• Rich content library management including Danish and international productions, plus children’s content sections.
• Advanced digital rights management (DRM) and content management systems for secure and efficient handling of media assets.
• Robust content delivery network (CDN) integration to provide smooth, high-quality streaming experiences.
• Multi-language support, initially including English and Dutch, with scalable architecture for expanding language options.
• User interface features such as filters, pagination, internal search, and browser caching for optimal content discoverability.
• Compliance tools enabling EU portability, permitting content access across regions while adhering to legal standards.
• Analytics and publishing tools for keyword analysis, content performance tracking, and optimization.
• Frontend adapters facilitating straightforward communication between various external technology partners and internal systems.

• Content Management System (CMS) for organizing and updating media assets.
• Digital Rights Management (DRM) systems for secure content protection.
• Content Delivery Network (CDN) providers for streaming optimization.
• Analytics and user behavior tracking tools for content performance insights.
• Localization services to support multiple languages and regional compliance.
• Partner APIs for content ingestion, publishing, and platform monitoring.

• High scalability to support increasing user base and content catalog growth.
• Performance optimization to ensure minimal latency and high streaming quality across all devices.
• Security measures including encryption, access control, and DRM to prevent unauthorized content access.
• Cross-platform compatibility with consistent user experience.
• Availability and resilience with an emphasis on uptime and failover capabilities.
• Compliance with relevant regional regulations, including data protection and IP rights.

The new streaming platform is expected to significantly enhance user engagement by providing a seamless, multi-device experience that features a rich content catalog, secure content delivery, and advanced discovery tools. By enabling support for multiple languages and ensuring compliance with regional regulations, the platform will expand the company's reach across diverse markets. With scalable architecture and integrated analytics, the platform aims to improve content performance and viewer satisfaction, leading to increased subscriptions and long-term growth in digital revenue streams.