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Meeting Global Demand

The world's hunger for moving images knows no bounds. Breaking news. Gripping sports. Global entertainment. As broadcasters, cable networks, production companies and more, your job is to cover it all. Our jobs, is to feed the world.

Welcome to Global Crossing Genesis Solutions.

  • Global HD Video-over-IP transmission
  • Portable bandwidth booked as you need it
  • Point-to-multipoint access in seconds

No other network is better equipped to handle your broadcast video needs. Nearly a decade ago, we pioneered this technology; today, we continue perfecting it to make it easier for you to use and deploy: On location, deep in the field or back at your master studios. Cost-effective, provisioning options that protect your bottom line and deliver Quality of Service that is unmatched by any other network. That's our mission, and our distinction.

Global Crossing Genesis Solutions.

 

Genesis Advantage

What's The Ultimate Genesis Advantage? Flexibility.

Global Crossing Genesis Solutions uses the highest-end compression equipment for encoding, transcoding and decoding as well as for all compression functions. What does this mean to you? It means we deliver the highest quality signal transmission - analog or digital, compressed or uncompressed - at any bit rate, and with no unnecessary conversions.

Moreover, Global Crossing Genesis Solutions empowers its customers with unprecedented control over bandwidth, routing and scheduling. Why remain dependent on mistake-prone manual operations centers, or be forced to purchase greater bandwidth than you need? Use our proprietary customer portal, uCommand/IRIS instead to book and reserve whatever bandwidth you need - when and where you need it - days, weeks or even months in advance. Choose your own bandwidth in flexible increments; apply it anywhere you need it and even monitor network performance with special diagnostic tools.

A Powerful Performance Platform

The Global Crossing Genesis Solutions platform is a customized, next-generation, IP-based fiber optic video network with cutting-edge switching and compression technologies and proprietary interface software. The ultra-dependable video transmission we provide is based on Layer 2 and Layer 3 Ethernet and IP protocols. Our network is fully protected with redundant equipment and diverse routing, including satellite backups in case of rare fiber outages. Service is monitored 24x7 at our own Network Operations Center in Manhattan, and the system is designed to ensure plenty of bandwidth for each application.


Video-Over-IP - Proven Technology, Powerful Benefits

With the advent of Voice-over-Internet Protocol several years ago as a transmission alternative to standard telephony communications, suddenly, bandwidth became much more ubiquitous, accessible, and flexible as well as more affordable. That history continues to unfold.

Video-Over-IP from Global Crossing Genesis Solutions is making similar history today in the world of broadcast video. By building the first - and only global Video-over-Internet Protocol network in history, we, too, are transforming and revolutionizing the way broadcasters transmit content. More and more worldwide content providers are joining our family and taking their programming to new destinations - further, farther and faster.

With an extensive worldwide footprint of terrestrial fiber optic lines and multiple global teleports, our Video-over-IP network provides substantial benefits:

  • Prioritized transmission packets for outstanding QoS - delivered at any bit rate
  • Better flow management for more reliable delivery - no traffic jams or lockouts
  • Portable bandwidth services - enabling you to allocate bandwidth anywhere it's needed
  • Ability to book bandwidth as you need it - avoiding over purchasing or underutilizing
  • One-stop-shop transmission capabilities and application flexibility - blending video, voice and data services into value-rich solutions
  • Real-time remote control over provisioning, scheduling and routing - from your master studios or out in the field
  • Advanced scheduling and on-demand rescheduling - to accommodate the unforeseen

The list goes on. Video-over-IP is the next evolution - and revolution - in global video broadcast services. Brought to you by Global Crossing Genesis Solutions.

 

Services

Services Overview

You've Got Challenges. We've Got Solutions

Beyond our core services, Global Crossing Genesis Solutions builds tailored solutions for broadcasters, content providers, production houses, corporate video users and more. Whether you need a Private High Definition Network, streaming media services for the Internet, a Direct-to-Home Platform, or a proprietary software system, Global Crossing Genesis Solutions collaborates with you to create cost-effective customized services and solutions.

Our expansive global network of fully meshed terrestrial fiber optic lines provides unprecedented access and reliability. And, when distribution or reach requirements require satellite uplink, we have global teleport facilities and solutions strategically situated to cost-effectively route such hops. Bottom line: This combined network topology results in a powerful platform that serves all your broadcast video needs, end-to-end, and with guaranteed QoS from source to destination.

Global Crossing Genesis Solutions has an experienced team of engineers with decades of collective experience in the field of Video Transmission that is comprised of real-world applications touching upon every aspect of the industry. This knowledge base has been put to work for the most prestigious broadcasters in the industry, crafting solutions that cater to the broadcasters every need.

 

Full Time Point-To-Point

Capacity As You Need It.

Dedicated network capacity is available in any increment between 2Mbps and 270Mbps uncompressed. We also use the highest-end compression equipment for all encoding, transcoding and decoding needs, as well as for all compression functions. This allows us to provide the highest quality signal transmission, at any bit rate, and at extremely cost-effective pricing.

Our network can interface with, and accept all, digital and analog standards, which means a higher quality signal with no unnecessary conversions. Plus, you can transmit both compressed and uncompressed analog signals over our flexible network.

 

Portable Bandwidth

Globe-Trotting, Trailblazing Portable Bandwidth – Only From Global Crossing Genesis Solutions

What's the Global Crossing Genesis Solutions broadcast revolution? Portable Bandwidth Services via global Video-over-IP transmission across an integrated fiber optic and orbiting satellite network. Why portable? To let you move your committed IP bandwidth anywhere on your network. It's an idea whose time has finally come. And proudly, Global Crossing Genesis Solutions is the only company who can deliver this remarkable innovation today.

Be There Wherever and Whenever News Happens.

If you're a broadcaster with news bureaus in different cities, our Portable Bandwidth Services keep your resources connected. Breaking news transmissions have never been more manageable or affordable. Use your bandwidth to feed different cities simultaneously and on demand, day-to-day or hour-to-hour – whatever the moment calls for. It's the ideal solution for all your video contribution and distribution requirements – news, sports, entertainment, special events and more.

Video Conferencing and Archiving Just Got Smarter.

Looking for an affordable way to do broadcast-quality video conferencing among your different locations? With our Portable Bandwidth Services, there's no need to buy or lease expensive private lines. Instead, you can set up your own video conferencing Intranet with the simple click of a mouse. There's no better way to provide training for associates without expensive and time-consuming travel.

Utilize your Portable Bandwidth Services for a wide variety of additional applications, making your bandwidth even more cost-effective. Back-up your files at a remote location. Use it for archiving or post-production. Make it part of your disaster recovery plan. There's no end to the possibilities.

It's Easy.

An intuitive customer control platform makes it easy for you to manage Portable Bandwidth Services no matter where in the world you happen to be – in your studios or out in the field. Bandwidth is always at your fingertips. You can provision unexpected point-to-multipoint feeds on your own, wirelessly, and right on location, or reserve bandwidth automatically for regular program scheduling, or speak to a customer service representative at any time, day or night. The flexibility – and capability – is yours to command.

It's Reliable.

Global Crossing Genesis Solutions Portable Bandwidth Services are built on our fully protected global fiber optic network, with diverse routing and redundant equipment to ensure dependable delivery based on QoS agreements. We provide the highest quality signal transmission at any bit rate and can interface with, and accept all, digital and analog standards.

It's Affordable.

When you commit to an average monthly bandwidth, we include both your peak and non-peak hours, so you have a lot more total bandwidth to work with over the entire month. In other words, you can use more than your committed bit rate – as you need it and at any time – and you only pay extra if you go over that average monthly commitment. It's that simple. Predictable. And cost-effective.

The Value Is Sharp and Clear.

Your global video broadcast decisions have never been more hands-on.

  • Move your committed IP bandwidth anywhere on your network.
  • Your bandwidth and transmission resources are dedicated to you and are always guaranteed to be available.
  • Use only the bandwidth you need in any increment you prefer.
  • Control transmission automatically from your master control studio, from a laptop out in the field or just call our customer service representatives directly.
  • Pricing is based on average monthly usage, so budgets are more predictable.

What more can you do with such flexible and affordable Portable Bandwidth Services? What can't you do?
  • Point-to-Point and Point-to-Multipoint Contract Video Services - over IP or DTM
  • Scheduled or Occasional Video Feeds
  • Broadcast-Quality Video Conferencing
  • Cost-effective Archiving and Post-production
  • Internet and Intranet Transmission
  • Integrated IP-based Voice Services

Global Crossing Genesis Solutions' Portable Bandwidth Services have the power and presence to be whatever your circumstance needs them to be.

 

Occasional Feeds

We provide full-time point-to-point and point-to-multipoint services to broadcasters and cable networks located all over the world. In addition to full-time backhauls, we can utilize our Occasional Video Network to support services that may not require 24/7 connectivity, but do require the flexibility of booking from various points all over the world – at a moment's notice. This is where the importance of our proprietary self-provisioning software platform cannot be overstated. It puts the scheduling, booking and routing of these occasional feeds conveniently in your control.

 

Commercial Insertion

Drive Local Revenue From Native Content

Does your global programming have advertising content not relevant to its destination market? No problem. One of the many value-added services we offer at Global Crossing Genesis Solutions is to edit your native feed from abroad to cut out original commercial content. We can then swap-in seamless overlays that you provide which are relevant to the new locality. Suddenly, you're selling profitable ad space in a whole new global market. And your original programming, produced and broadcast from abroad, is now building revenue through its destination demographic. Now, that's smart. That's Global Crossing Genesis Solutions.

 

Monitoring & Support

Screening Performance – Welcome to Our Network Operations Center

Our state-of-the-art Network Operations Center (NOC) is located in our New York City World Headquarters at the 1 Penn Plaza address. Our NOC is the heart of all network services, supporting all operational and engineering functions. From there, we can provide complete booking support, tech and field support, as well as 24/7 media services support – all with fully integrated Quality Assurance and Control for video and audio benchmarks.

Extensive network managing capabilities enable us to monitor and maintain the health of all network elements, including core backbone Layer 2/3 switches, network edge interfaces and MPEG compression equipment. We assure that content moves without IP flow errors, we respond to alarm and status information to any detected or reported issues, and we provide technical support for special and high profile event services.

 

uCommand/IRIS

The power of our NOC - is in YOUR hands

uCommand/IRIS

Meet uCommand/IRIS - Global Crossing Genesis Solutions' proprietary, on-line customer portal that delivers the power of our NOC into your hands.

  • Total control over remote bandwidth provisioning
  • Total control over point-to-multipoint routing
  • Total control over transmission scheduling

Using this powerful, but user-friendly Web-based software platform, you can easily book, reserve and monitor your own network and occasional video services in real-time, remotely or locally, from anywhere in the world - on location; deep in the field, or right from your master control studios.

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Contact

24/7 Network Operations Center:
Phone: 1 (212) 962-1722

Booking:
Phone: 1 (646) 216-5777
Email: bookings@globalcrossing.com

USA Headquarters:
Global Crossing Genesis Solutions
1 Penn Plaza
Suite 4530
New York, NY 10119
Phone: 1 (212) 962-1776
Fax: 1 (212) 962-1610
E-mail: genesisinfo@globalcrossing.com

UK Office:
Suite 11434, 2nd Floor
145-157 St John Street
London EC1V 4PY
UK
Phone: 44 (0) 845 058 2020
E-mail: genesisinfo@globalcrossing.com

EMEA Office:
Grande Arche de la Défense
Paroi Nord
92044 Paris La Défense cedex
FRANCE
Phone: +33 (0)1 40 90 31 71
Fax: +33 (0)1 40 90 31 01
E-mail: genesisinfo@globalcrossing.com

Latin America Office:
701 Waterford Way, Ste. 390
Miami, FL 33126
Phone: +1 (646) 216 5759
E-mail: genesisinfo@globalcrossing.com

India Office:
1252/A, 1st Floor, No 32 'G' Cross
4th T Block, Jayanagar, East End Main Road
Bangalore 560041
India
Phone: +91 80 2244 2133
E-mail: genesisinfo@globalcrossing.com

 

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