Tapeless file based media has become the mainstream in High Definition production workflow. The rapid acceptance of solid-state memory cards such as the Compact Flash card (Red One camera), P2 (Panasonic) and SxS (Sony EX1/EX3), as well as hard drive based technologies such as Sony HDD & Red drive, has brought new challenges to the industry including how to protect such fragile assets. Backing up and archiving massive amounts of footage from filled-up computer hard drives to reliable off-site media has become an issue for many production companies.
Securing your data is a must. The risks of depending on any one storage media system are enormous. Research show that 68% of data loss is caused by technical malfunctions (not human error!) These include computer virus or malware infection, hard drive crashes and disasters such as fires and floods. You can protect yourself from these risks by using our off-site backup and archiving services.
Whether you're a large or small production company, or you are an independent freelancer, you need to find a long term solution to secure your invaluable footage & project files.
However, backup and archiving data is not as easy as copying a file (although it should be). As well as adequate computer skills, you also need a high quality off-site repository that you can rely upon in the long term.
Finding the right data backup solution can be both confusing and frustrating. There are many backup solutions on the market but Motion Data Technologies is the only company that is knowledgeable of and specializes in the unique requirements of the film and television industry. Don't be intimidated by any of the technical terms with which you are not yet familiar. Feel free to call us to discuss your situation and requirements.
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