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CNBC TV18 selects Front Porch Digital to implement DIVArchive solution
MUMBAI: Incentra Solutions, Inc. announced that its Front Porch Digital Broadcast and Media Division was selected by TV18 in India to implement a new DIVArchive (Distributed Intelligent Versatile Archive) solution in New Delhi.
DIVArchive is a software middleware that enables interoperability between large digital media storage devices, video servers, editing systems, and digital media workflow applications in the broadcast, media, and entertainment industries.
DIVArchive simplifies the process of preserving, managing and accessing content. According to a March 2005 report by industry analyst Datamonitor, DIVArchive is the global leader in broadcast archive management software, as well as the dominant brand within Europe.
TV18 general manager – technical operations Piyush Gupta said, “We evaluated a number of products for our deployment in India and the Front Porch Digital DIVArchive solution offered the most complete and cost-effective feature set. The DIVArchive product advantages are significant, and the references from satisfied customers are compelling. We believe Front Porch Digital is uniquely positioned to supply a solution to meet our long-term needs for functionality and scalability.
“We are delighted to have been selected by TV18 to manage their digital archive in New Delhi. Their endorsement of our DIVArchive sends a strong message to the Indian market. This is our first installation at TV18 and we are excited about future opportunities with the company going forward. This is also our second installation in India and we look forward to adding more in the near future,” said Front Porch Digital International vice president and general manager Rino Petricola.
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BBC to cut up to 2,000 jobs in biggest overhaul in 15 years
Cost pressures and leadership change drive major workforce reduction plan
LONDON: BBC has unveiled plans to cut up to 2,000 jobs, roughly 10 per cent of its global workforce, in what marks its biggest downsizing in 15 years.
The announcement was made during an all-staff meeting led by interim director-general Rhodri Talfan Davies, as the broadcaster moves to tackle mounting financial pressures and reshape its operations.
Between 1,800 and 2,000 roles are expected to be eliminated from a workforce of around 21,500. The cuts form part of a broader plan to save £500 million over the next two years, aimed at offsetting rising costs, stagnating licence fee income and weaker commercial revenues.
In a communication to staff, BBC interim director-general Rhodri Talfan Davies said, “I know this creates real uncertainty, but we wanted to be open about the challenge,” acknowledging the impact the move would have across the organisation.
The restructuring comes at a time of leadership transition. Former director-general Tim Davie stepped down earlier this month, with Matt Brittin, a former Google executive, set to take over the role on May 18, 2026.
While some cost-cutting measures are being implemented immediately, the majority of the structural changes are expected to roll out over the next few years, with full savings targeted by the 2027–2028 financial year.
The broadcaster had earlier signalled its intent to reduce its cost base by around 10 per cent over a three-year period, warning of “difficult choices” as it adapts to shifting economic realities and audience expectations.
With operating costs hovering around £6 billion annually, the BBC’s latest move underscores the scale of the financial challenge it faces, as it balances public service commitments with the need for long-term sustainability in an increasingly competitive media landscape.
