Media Supply Festival 2025

In the face of so much change. Who knows what the future holds? Well, the DPP believes there are five key changes that can be confidently predicted. What really matters however is the uncertainty these changes will in turn create - and what they will mean for media organisations and their suppliers.

A supply chain is nothing without raw materials. In this informative session, Alex LoVerde will give us the lowdown on the state of content production and supply.

The meaning of ‘content’ is being redefined. We look at how that redefinition is reshaping the media industry - and what it means for how content will be made, managed and monetised in the years ahead.

What happens when you combine traditional journalistic values with the talent of 40 influencers, to reach a Gen Z audience of Arabic speakers? 15 billion views in little over 18 months, that’s what. This interview will explore the explosive growth of Blinx, and ask: what’s next?

PA Media Group combines a trusted news agency with data, technology, and marketing capabilities - so how does it see the future of media innovation? And as media and monetisation converge, what does it mean to combine the roles of Managing Director for a news agency and Chief Revenue Officer for the group?

It’s been a turbulent few years for the media industry, so it’s more important than ever for media companies to optimise how their content generates revenue. In this session, experts will separate facts from fiction to uncover the future of monetisation.

Just what does it mean to take the helm of one of the industry’s most historic and respected brands? And as the very nature of production continues to be reshaped, what does the future hold for Grass Valley?

It is one thing for a major news organisation to ensure its use of AI tools maintains its principles of trustworthy journalism. But how does it make those tools available for other media companies to use in their supply chains? We hear both how Reuters has adopted AI tools for itself, and how it is sharing the benefits of that process with its customers.

The Media Supply Festival audience decides which of the key takeaways from the day are most significant in reshaping our understanding of media supply chains.

How will the advancement of cloud-based technology and AI enhance traditional archiving and media servicing strategies? And can it drive revenue via greater exploitation of rights?

It’s been a turbulent few years for media business models, as every major content owner works to optimise their monetisation strategies. To what extent can a data-driven approach help maximise the value of content, and where is human judgement still the better predictor of success?

With businesses moving so fast, can technology keep up? How will consumer expectations change, and how will platforms meet their evolving needs? In this conversation, the CEO of the Streaming Technology Video Alliance will discuss the future of video streaming.

Spinning off a robust portfolio of established cable and digital media business from Comcast requires rapid delivery of a new technology stack. That presents a unique set of challenges, but also a fascinating set of opportunities. This session explores the journey to build Versant.

The AI hype machine has been in full force over the last couple of years, yet there’s been a quieter AI revolution taking place for a decade or more. So what are the tangible use-cases across automation, agents, and creative assistants?

Perhaps more than ever, the success of key industry vendors is crucial to their customers. Following his recent return to Telestream, what course will Dan set for the future?

BYU Media had a challenge: how to manage and distribute its ever-growing supply of content in a way that was efficient, effective and scalable? This is the story of how it partnered with Prime Focus Technologies to implement an AI enabled supply chain operation at speed, affordably, and with confidence.

AMC Networks is undertaking a major transformation to optimise its effectiveness and focus its efforts, including outsourcing a major part of its operations. We’ll uncover what the transformation entails, and what it takes to deliver.

The Media Supply Festival audience decides which of the key takeaways from the day are most significant in reshaping our understanding of media supply chains.