Save 66%: Why Your Video Streaming Budget is Going Up in Smoke

The numbers are staggering: using AWS Media Live for HD video processing costs approximately $10,117 per stream over three years, while the NetInsight/NetInt solution delivers the same capabilities for around $3,500 – a reduction of 66-70%. These aren't theoretical projections but real-world figures that are opening eyes throughout the industry.We explore the innovative partnership between NetInsight and NETINT, showcasing how strategic edge processing can dramatically reduce video streaming costs while improving quality and flexibility.• NetInsight's Nimbra Edge platform integrated with NetInt VPUs creates a powerful ecosystem for video processing• Edge processing at venues offers significant advantages over cloud-only approaches• Cost analysis shows 66-70% savings ($10,117 vs $3,500 per stream over three years)• Cloud commitments often create vendor lock-in that limits flexibility• The solution is cloud-agnostic, allowing deployment on-premises, in any cloud, or through specialized platforms like Akamai• Upcoming features include enhanced ad insertion capabilities targeting the American market• Edge processing reduces latency and network load while improving cost efficiency• "Use cloud for scale, use the edge for specificity" provides a guiding principle for modern video workflowsReach out to Adam at NetInsight or anyone on our teams with questions about implementing these solutions in your workflow. Until next time, happy encoding!Stay tuned for more in-depth insights on video technology, trends, and practical applications. Subscribe to Voices of Video: Inside the Tech for exclusive, hands-on knowledge from the experts. For more resources, visit Voices of Video.