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IBM Video Streaming

Overview

What is IBM Video Streaming?

IBM Video Streaming solutions are used to stream virtual events, executive town halls, video marketing product launches, and 24-hour streaming channels. According to IBM, the solution is built for privacy, reliability and scale, to optimize video quality, and powered by…

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Learn from top reviewers

The platform has many ways to customize it.

Rating: 7 out of 10
March 14, 2025
IncentivizedVetted ReviewVerified User
It is safe to say that the capability of this platform in content delivery and full management backend has been accepted. Even though there was the first involvement of many i...
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Nidia Marin
Supervisor - Marketing
Global Marketing & E-Commerce
LATAM Airlines
IBM Video Streaming1 year of experience

Can be underwhelming, but gets the job done

Rating: 6 out of 10
September 4, 2024
Vetted ReviewVerified User
Live Broadcasting customer events, as well as on-demand video channels to help our customers.
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Verified user
Engineer
IBM Video Streaming5 years of experience

24/7 IBM YMMD

Rating: 10 out of 10
March 24, 2024
IncentivizedVetted ReviewVerified User
I use IBM Video Ustream to provide 24/7 live streams of CTV Channel 11 video broadcasts and KCSU audio broadcasts. CTV also relies on Ustream on demand video features and stor...
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Cale J. Rogers
Manager - Information Technology
Digital Media Production Manager
Colorado State University - College of Business
IBM Video Streaming3 years of experience

IBM Video Streaming

Rating: 10 out of 10
February 12, 2024
IncentivizedVetted ReviewVerified User
IBM Video Streaming has proven to be an invaluable tool in our K-12 school district, significantly enhancing educational delivery, professional development, and community enga...
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Verified user
Team Lead
IBM Video Streaming1 year of experience

A very good option in streaming service.

Rating: 9 out of 10
January 24, 2024
IncentivizedVetted ReviewVerified User
In Universidad Iberoamericana A.C. we use IBM Cloud Video for our conferences, some classes and some important events that must be streamed. Our experience using this system h...
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Eugenio Fajardo
Administrator - Information Technology
Jefe de Proyectos de Cómputo
Universidad Iberoamericana
IBM Video Streaming2 years of experience
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Awards

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Pricing

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Silver

$137

Cloud
per month 100 viewer hours

Gold

$688

Cloud
per month 2,000 viewer hours

Platinum

$1380

Cloud
per month 5,000 viewer hours

Entry-level set up fee?

  • Setup fee optional
For the latest information on pricing, visithttps://www.ibm.com/products/video…

Offerings

  • Free Trial
  • Free/Freemium Version
  • Premium Consulting/Integration Services

Starting price (does not include set up fee)

  • $137 per month 100 viewer hours
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Product Details

What is IBM Video Streaming?

IBM Video Streaming solutions are used to stream virtual events, executive town halls, video marketing product launches, and 24-hour streaming channels. According to IBM, the solution is built for privacy, reliability and scale, to optimize video quality, and powered by IBM Watson AI for video search and automated closed captioning.

IBM Enterprise Video Streaming can power security-rich video communications ranging from employee town halls, to trainings and department meetings, often leveraging corporate directories for access control. This cloud-based solution includes AI-driven deep search and the ability to track usage down to the individual user level.

Pricing discounts are available on IBM's pricing page: https://www.ibm.com/products/video-streaming/pricing



IBM Video Streaming Features

  • Supported: Scalability
  • Supported: Enterprise Security
  • Supported: Quality of Service
  • Supported: Integrated Content Management
  • Supported: Multi-CDN Delivery via SD-CDN
  • Supported: Cloud-based Transcoding
  • Supported: Social Sharing with Facebook and Twitter Integration
  • Supported: Integrated Chat
  • Supported: Live Analytics Dashboard
  • Supported: Auto-Recording
  • Supported: Custom Branding
  • Supported: Lead Capture
  • Supported: Live Playlists
  • Supported: Support for Professional Encoding/Production Gear
  • Supported: Enterprise Support Plans
  • Supported: Managed Event and Production Services
  • Supported: Enterprise Content Delivery Network (eCDN)

IBM Video Streaming Screenshots

Screenshot of the viewer's portal experience (channel page).Screenshot of how the automatically generated closed captions can be edited if necessary.Screenshot of the Analytics Console.Screenshot of the Watson Media CMSScreenshot of the viewer's portal experience (channel page).

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IBM Video Streaming Technical Details

Deployment TypesSoftware as a Service (SaaS), Cloud, or Web-Based
Operating SystemsUnspecified
Mobile ApplicationApple iOS, Android, Mobile Web

IBM Video Streaming Downloadables

Frequently Asked Questions

IBM Video Streaming starts at $137.

Kaltura, Dalet Flex, and Vidyard are common alternatives for IBM Video Streaming.

Reviewers rate Availability and Support Rating highest, with a score of 9.

The most common users of IBM Video Streaming are from Small Businesses (1-50 employees).

IBM Video Streaming Customer Size Distribution

Consumers0%
Small Businesses (1-50 employees)15%
Mid-Size Companies (51-500 employees)50%
Enterprises (more than 500 employees)35%
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Reviews From Top Reviewers

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The platform has many ways to customize it.

Rating: 7 out of 10
Incentivized
March 14, 2025
NM
Nidia Marin
Global Marketing & E-Commerce
LATAM Airlines (Airlines/Aviation, 10,001+ employees)
Vetted Review
Verified User
IBM Video Streaming
1 year of experience
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Pros
  • Live caption and translation services of AI.
  • A workplace content delivery network with global reach.
  • These are functions such as single authorization and full encryption.
Cons
  • Limited external integration options.
  • When it comes to the mobile app experience, it is still being improved.
  • Some aspects of interface customization

Can be underwhelming, but gets the job done

Rating: 6 out of 10
September 04, 2024
Verified User
Engineer in Engineering
Information Technology & Services Company, 10,001+ employees
Vetted Review
Verified User
IBM Video Streaming
5 years of experience
Pros
  • video quality
  • friendly IBM representative
Cons
  • Archaic interface
  • limited admin functionality
  • out of date design
  • Been using for years and no implementation of new features important to us
  • poor in-app metrics

24/7 IBM YMMD

Rating: 10 out of 10
Incentivized
March 24, 2024
CJ
Cale J. Rogers
Digital Media Production Manager
Colorado State University - College of Business (Higher Education, 1001-5000 employees)
Vetted Review
Verified User
IBM Video Streaming
3 years of experience
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Pros
  • Ustream is easy to deploy and manage in 24/7 video streaming scenarios. The analytics module has been helpful to provide feedback to sales and marketing teams about the success of event campaigns. The live content works everywhere with no interruptions and we have received a lot of positive feedback from viewers about there hight quality of the video playback.
  • Offline playlists are a powerful and unique feature of the Ustream platform. When our headend is down, we love the fact that Ustream continues playback of programmed content to keep viewers engaged until while we work on returning service. This workflow also works well to support one-time live events such as pre-game shows.
  • Channel management is easy and offers a lot of powerful options. After the success of the 24/7 CTV live video broadcast, the station manager for KCSU wanted to set up a live video broadcast DJ channel. I was able to set up a new channel and configure a camera encoder in the booth in less than a day.
  • Live chat and social stream interactions are also a helpful feature. I have worked with our academic program managers to provide live feedback from online students during lesson events. Providing support for both broadcast and classroom needs speaks to the flexibility of the platform.
Cons
  • Ustream is simple to manage, but I would like to see improved user data management. It would be great to allow users to sign up for premium features (such as chat or other services) so we can get a better idea of who's watching. It would also be handy to manage analytics as "event data sets." For example, a live event would include a data set. Then when the event is used for on demand purposes, a separate data set would be created. This way, I can isolate data sets without concerns over deleting anything or including erroneous outliers.
  • Another feature I'd like to see is an option for adding "content resources" that can be included with the video player embed. This would help in situations where I want to deliver an audio version of the content, expand a description of the content (in the form of a simple paragraph or mini-blog entry), or just add additional files that users can download and print to use along with the video.
  • I would also like see poll and quizzing options. This would probably work best with a registration system to keep track of specific interaction. Interacting with the audience is key to building better viewing habits and understanding who's watching and why.

IBM Video Streaming

Rating: 10 out of 10
Incentivized
February 12, 2024
Verified User
Team Lead in Customer Service
Primary/Secondary Education Company, 201-500 employees
Vetted Review
Verified User
IBM Video Streaming
1 year of experience
Pros
  • IBM Video Streaming allows for the integration of interactive elements into video content, such as quizzes, polls, and live Q&A sessions. This can make learning more engaging for young students by making it interactive and fun, thus increasing their attention and participation.
  • Teachers in a K-5 setting can access and share professional development materials and teaching resources through the platform. This can help them stay updated on the best practices for early childhood education, innovative teaching methods, and subject-specific strategies, ultimately benefiting their students.
  • IBM Video Streaming provides the capability for teachers to create a library of on-demand educational videos. This is particularly useful for young learners who may need to revisit concepts multiple times to fully understand them. It also supports differentiated learning by allowing students to learn at their own pace.
  • Young students often benefit from visual aids in their learning process. IBM Video Streaming can deliver high-quality video content that includes animations, demonstrations, and visual explanations of concepts. This can be particularly effective in subjects like science, math, and reading, where visualizations can enhance understanding.
Cons
  • The platform could benefit from a more child-friendly interface that is easier for young students to navigate. Simplified menus, larger buttons, and more intuitive icons would help make the platform more accessible to K-5 students, enabling them to find and view content more independently.
  • Integrating more seamlessly with other educational software and platforms commonly used in K-5 settings, such as learning management systems (LMS) or classroom management tools, would streamline the educational process. This could include single sign-on capabilities, easy embedding of videos into other platforms, or synchronization of educational resources across platforms.
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