Name: MediaBeacon Detailed Overview
Uploaded: 2020-08-17T14:43:15.000Z
Duration: 9 min 7 s
Description: MediaBeacon Detailed Overview

Customer Training

Help Desk

Web and Video Conferencing

Customer Support

Beta Testing

Continuous Integration

PHP Frameworks

Product Analytics

Virtual Reality

Development

Business Intelligence (BI)

Collaboration

Contract Analysis

Document Generation

Emissions Management

Visitor Management

Whistleblowing

Enterprise

Accounting

SaaS Spend Management

Travel Management

Finance and Accounting

ACA Compliance

Applicant Tracking

Compensation Management

Corporate Learning Management

HR Management

Payroll

Talent Intelligence

Talent Management

Workforce Analytics

Workforce Management

Human Resources

AIOps

Access Gateways

Cloud Migration

Cloud Storage

Data Center Cooling

Data Warehouse

Database-as-a-Service (DBaaS)

DevOps

Enterprise Service Bus

Fraud Detection

Game Engine

Integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS)

LAN Switches

Migration

Mobile Identity

Network Performance Monitoring

Open-Source Database

Privileged Access Management

Storage as a Service (STaaS)

Virtualization Management

Website Hosting

Information Technology

A/B Testing

Ad Serving & Retargeting

All-in-One Marketing

Content Management

Ecommerce Personalization

Email Marketing

Marketing Automation

Social Media Management

Survey & Forms Building

Video Streaming

Web Analytics

Marketing

Project Management

Professional Services

Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

Point of Sale

Sales

Cloud Infrastructure Entitlement Management

Secure Service Edge (SSE)

Security

Apparel

Banking

Equation Editors

Internet of Medical Things

Medical Office EMR & EHR

Mental Health

Online Ordering

eDiscovery

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• Difficult setup process and learning curve: Customers have found that the setup process for MediaBeacon can be difficult and time-consuming, with a steep learning curve. Training is recommended before implementing the software, as it can be tricky to tackle at first. 

• Poor customer service experience: Bugs and errors in MediaBeacon are not typically corrected, with communication from individuals at MediaBeacon being inconsistent. 

• Non-standard interface elements: The interface elements of MediaBeacon are non-standard and users may not get feedback when an issue arises. Some users also found the interface overwhelming and difficult to customize. Large file uploads may also be truncated without alerting the user, leading to data loss if the original file was deleted. 

• Features: MediaBeacon offers great value with powerful features such as its modern web-based interface, robust user profile settings, XMP metadata-centric workflow, and flexible portal architecture. 

• The search filters are very powerful, providing users multiple options to search and retrieve content easily.

• Customers found the setup process to be worth it in the long run, although training is recommended before implementation. 

MediaBeacon is a powerful and versatile digital asset management software program. It offers a wide range of features that allow users to organize, store, and access assets from anywhere in the world. Customers have found it to be one of the most flexible DAM systems they have encountered with rarely any workflow issues. Overall, customers have had positive experiences with Media Beacon's features and use cases that provide ample value for its users.
 
There are some areas where MediaBeacon could improve. These include customer service experiences around bugs and error resolution, non-standard interface elements, large file uploads being truncated without alerting the user, and reporting capabilities. Setting up the interface to interpret company content and metadata can be difficult and communication from individuals at MediaBeacon can be inconsistent. Training is recommended before implementing the software as it can be difficult at first, however, most customers believe it is worth it in the end. 

MediaBeacon is a DAM designed to help employees access files from anywhere. It has been praised for its ability to organize assets efficiently, with great search filters and preview thumbnails. MediaBeacon's key features include a modern web-based interface, robust user profile settings, XMP metadata-centric workflow, and portal architecture that provides flexibility. Customers have found that the biggest benefits of using Media Beacon is its ability to handle large numbers of assets, as well as its customization for branding and processes. 

However, customers have experienced drawbacks with the product such as difficulty setting up the interface to interpret company content and metadata correctly; poor customer service experience with bugs and errors never getting corrected even after multiple upgrades; non-standard user interface elements, truncated file uploads, and limited reporting capabilities. Implementation can be difficult and extra training may be necessary to address the learning curve. Overall, customers have had positive experiences with MediaBeacon’s features, benefits, and use cases in spite of these drawbacks.

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<div><h2>Portfolio</h2><p>The Esko product portfolio supports and manages the packaging and print processes for brand owners, retailers, designers, premedia and trade shops, packaging manufacturers, and converters.</p><p>For 9 out of 10 retail packages, Esko solutions are used in packaging management, asset management, artwork creation, structural design, prepress, 3D visualization, flexo plate making, workflow automation, quality assurance, sample-making, palletization, supply chain collaboration and/or the production of signage and displays.</p><p>The Esko solutions consist of an extensive suite of software and two hardware product lines: CDI flexo computer-to-plate imagers and Kongsberg digital cutting systems, complemented with professional services, training and consultancy.</p><p>Enfocus, with its PDF quality control tools and automation solutions, MediaBeacon, with its digital asset management (DAM) solutions and BLUE Software, with its SaaS label and artwork management applications are all part of the Esko family.</p></div><div><h2>Facts &amp; numbers</h2><p>Esko employs about 1,800 people worldwide. Headquartered in Gent (Belgium), its sales and service organization is in daily contact with customers all over the globe.</p><p>Esko is a Danaher company (<a title="Link: http://www.danaher.com/" href="http://www.danaher.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.danaher.com</a>).</p></div>

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MediaBeacon Detailed Overview

A compilation of video demos compiled into a single video for a comprehensive overview of MediaBeacon DAM.

DAM Features

Features commonly found in dedicated Digital Asset Management (DAM) Software.

Uploading assets

Ingestion of digital assets into a DAM platform can typically be made individually or in bulk and can occur through a native browser interface. Drag-and-drop features can streamline file ingestion.

Downloading assets

Downloads allow for role-based file conversions into multiple formats. Download settings can be configured to ensure compliance with licenses and copyrights. Assets may also be embedded into design files (like Adobe) for auto-updating other assets when versioning occurs.

Asset storage

Centralized storage capacity and accessibility for centralized storage of marketing and brand assets. These can be anything from documents, audio files, videos, images, creative files (Adobe, etc.), etc. Outdated assets can be archived.

Asset sharing

The ability to share and distribute assets with internal or external partners using sharing links attached to emails and messages, as well as portals. Data and assets can also be syndicated to third parties. Some DAMs enable asset publishing directly to end-user sites for more efficient distribution.

Asset search

Provides users with access to content and branded assets through filters and predictive keyword searches. Search filters may include file formats, date ranges, and metadata values. Advanced metadata and custom field options allow for assets to include unlimited details that allow for rich search parameters.

Tagging system

The ability to label assets with keywords makes them easier to find. Tagging can be automated and may offer bulk tagging capabilities.

Content editing

Templates and text editors facilitate the creation and publication of branded copy as well as asset cropping and modification. Version tracking should also be available for assets with duplicate names, along with their usage history. Some DAMs offer integration with editing tools so that high-fidelity edits can be made outside the DAM and automatically synced back as a new or updated version.

Embed codes

Blocks of HTML code that facilitate the inclusion of videos from third-party sources on websites.

Metadata

Descriptive information about data that can be indexed to assets to facilitate discovery and automation. This also allows asset use cases to be identified.

Collections

Enables users to create and share customizable asset collections with internal or external partners.

User access

Time or role-based access to stored and downloadable assets. This helps ensure that content is both up to date and accessible to only authorized individuals or groups for a predetermined amount of time.

DAM Integrations

Key integrations for Digital Asset Management can include out-of-box software integrations with CMS, CRM, PIM, Marketing Automation, etc.

DAM API

APIs act as an interface between apps and enable the creation of customized integrations that connect DAM platforms to other software. Digital assets can also be accessed and managed through other tools in a user's tech stack.

Workflow automations

Collaborative workflow with role-based permissions as well as tracking and monitoring of asset usage, requests, and assignments.

Related asset discovery

Automated ranking capabilities driven by metadata enable the quick discovery of assets related to those being visualized by users. The different assets that users have assigned to a particular product may also be displayed, facilitating connections between assets and products.

Reporting & Analytics

Users can report on and analyze usage, performance, ROI, and/or other metrics of success.

Dashboards

Users can create, customize and share dashboards, which provide an overview of the most important metrics.

Standard reports

The software offers pre-built reports with metrics standard to the category.

Custom reports

Data exportability

Data can be exported via a CSV or Excel file for further reporting and analysis outside of the tool.

Content analytics

Allow users to track digital asset usage and user engagement metrics across multiple channels.

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