DTG’s mission aligns with Witbe’s precise approach to testing and monitoring video on real hardware, accurately measuring the quality delivered to viewers on local and mobile devices.
Witbe, a specialist in video services test automation and monitoring, has joined the Digital TV Group (DTG), an industry association that promotes innovation and development in digital television and media technology. Based in the UK, DTG has helped members deliver video services efficiently across all screens, devices and formats for over 25 years.
DTG’s purpose and goals align with Witbe’s dedicated approach to testing and monitoring video on real hardware, measuring the true quality that is delivered to viewers at home and through mobile devices.
“We are delighted to welcome Witbe as a new member of the Digital TV Group,” said DTG CEO Richard Lindsay-Davies. “Their expertise in test automation and monitoring supports our mission to support innovation and excellence in UK TV delivery. At a time when the industry is navigating significant transformation, we look forward to collaborating with Witbe to ensure exceptional viewer experiences and increase the value of our organizations and the wider ecosystem as we work to shape the future of TV in the UK."
As a DTG member, Witbe will share its substantial industry expertise as the company aims to strengthen its presence in the UK market. Witbe’s software is used by major video service providers worldwide, including DTG member Channel Four Television Corporation. Witbe recently updated its Remote Eye Controller (REC) application, which functions as a virtual Network Operations Centre (NOC), to make it easier for video service providers to remotely access and control real testing devices from web browsers. With the REC, teams can quickly verify and resolve streaming errors, from anywhere in the world.
“We are pleased to be joining the Digital TV Group,” commented Mathieu Planche, Witbe’s CEO. “DTG’s level of commitment to collaboration and testing in the UK television industry is similarly central to the core principles of Witbe’s technology. As a new DTG member, we are excited to participate in talks about the future of UK streaming, collaborate with fellow members, and share our considerable expertise, shaped by over 20 years of working with providers to test and monitor their services on real devices and networks.”
DTG has been involved in the delivery of on-demand TV, the introduction of HDTV and UHD TV and is working toward the convergence of content and networks to efficiently deliver video to all screens and devices, in all formats. It also operates the UK’s only comprehensive testing and accreditation centre for digital TV devices and services. www.witbe.net
