EnterMedia
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Casey AbernathyCompany Profile
EnterMedia has been developing media database products, DAMS, and CMS tools for 15 years. The code is open source and the developers are always open to new ideas. We work with fortune 500 companies, educational institutions, creative content providers, and small non-profits from all over the globe.
Since the introduction of version 8.0 in early 2012, the product has taken bold steps forward in every release. There are more supported features and customization options than ever before. Documentation, training and support are available to ensure that every client is able to succeed in collecting, controlling and distributing their content based on specific permissions and workflow. Extensions for working with Drupal, eCommerce and other products are also available.
Since the introduction of version 8.0 in early 2012, the product has taken bold steps forward in every release. There are more supported features and customization options than ever before. Documentation, training and support are available to ensure that every client is able to succeed in collecting, controlling and distributing their content based on specific permissions and workflow. Extensions for working with Drupal, eCommerce and other products are also available.
Contact Telephone
513-512-5789Contact Email
casey@entermediadb.orgCompany Website
http://www.entermediadb.orgYears Trading
12Office Locations
- 1550 Magnolia Drive, Cincinnati, Ohio 45215
Product Name
EnterMediaDBLatest Version Number
EnterMedia 8.20Date Of Last Release
28/09/2015Documentation URL
http://entermediadb.org/learning-center/docs/User group URL
https://groups.google.com/forum/?hl=en#!forum/entermediaOnline trial link
http://demo.entermediadb.com/emshare/Trial download or sandbox link
http://entermediadb.org/learning-center/download/Company Facebook URL
https://www.facebook.com/entermediadbClients & Customers
- PRNewswire
- Harvard University - Center for the Environment
- Highlights Magazine
- ALM
- Mindset
- JCDecaux
- NewsCorp AU
- ExactTarget
- South Dakota State University
Partner Network
If the vendor operates through a sales channel they may use intermediaries who have regional focus or additional specialisms in a given vertical market.
- Yes
Partner Network Notes
DPCI - Created EMBridge which creates a two way connection between EnterMedia and Drupal.
NetEvolved- Created an eCommerce module and provides consulting services.
Cutting Edge - Provides after hours support and SaaS for Australia and Eastern Asia.
NetEvolved- Created an eCommerce module and provides consulting services.
Cutting Edge - Provides after hours support and SaaS for Australia and Eastern Asia.
Licensing
Licensing Model
This refers to the type of licence the DAM system software is supplied under. Proprietary means that the developer restricts access to the source code (the instructions used to generate the software). Open source means that the developer provides full access to the code so you can modify it yourself. Split model is hybrid and means they may offer both options with some restrictions removed (or added) depending on the model chosen. If split is selected, it is advisable to verify the differences with the vendor.
- Open Source
Licence Notes
Open Source OSI Licence Used
If the vendor has indicated they offer an open source or split model licence (i.e. both open source and commercial options) then for the open source element, they should be able to provide an OSI (Open Source Initiative) approved licence. If one is not specified, their product may not be genuinely open source.
http://www.gnu.org/licenses/lgpl-3.0.en.htmlUse of Open Source Components
Many DAM systems use freely available open source components to deliver key functionality. The products themselves may not be open source, however. This question will help to identify to what extent they are open source.
- Product is fully open source and uses no non-open source components
Hosting
Software Delivery Methods
- Installed (On-Premise)
- Cloud/SaaS
- Hybrid
Technology
Client
Client refers to the type of hardware or software device that can be used to access or control the DAM system.
- Web client
- Android mobile app
Server Operating Systems supported
This only applies for installed or hybrid DAM systems and refers to what types of OS they can be run on. This question is less relevant for DAM systems where a third party will be hosting it for you.
- Windows
- Linux
- Mac OSX
Web Server
The type of web server software that the DAM system can operate with. Not all DAM systems use a web server and for pure SaaS products the question is irrelevant. If you either want SaaS or non-web DAM systems, do not choose an option.
- Apache
- Tomcat
Software Development Technologies Used
This means the programming language or development technology used to implement the DAM system. This question is more important for open source software or if you have IT policy restrictions that require you to use (or not use) some technologies. It may not be relevant if you require a hosted DAM and never intend to host the system in-house.
- Java/J2EE
- Other
Database Technology
The Database that the DAM system uses. All DAM systems require some kind of storage for asset metadata and they are usually based on an existing technology - but that may not always be a conventional database. If the DAM will be hosted by someone else (e.g. SaaS/Cloud) this question may not be relevant.
- XML
- MySQL
Search Technologies
This refers to third party search components that the vendor uses to provide the text search features (and sometimes other related search functions).
- Lucene
- Other
Search Technologies Notes
ElasticSearch for clustering capability.
Service Oriented Architecture
Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) means the vendor's product uses a modular architecture where each core DAM function is delivered as a service which can be separated out independently from other functions. It is important for large-scale Digital Asset Management implementations or more complex integration requirements.
- No
Search
Search Features
This describes the search strategies that can be used to find assets. If you do not understand any of them, leave the options de-selected. Most DAM systems should support at least keyword search at a minimum.
- Keyword
- Folders
- Filters
- Faceted Search
- Linked Asset Search
Index/Search Text Content Of Documents
Some DAM systems can search the text content of document assets and that might be important for your DAM solution.
- Yes
Metadata
Embedded metadata support (reading)
Embedded metadata refers to information stored within asset files which can be searched from the DAM system. There are different standards for this type of metadata. Some image cataloguing software like Adobe Lightroom will write this data to asset files and a device like a camera may capture details also such as GPRS coordinates where an photo was shot. XMP metadata is often used with other types of files such as InDesign or PDF. If you are unsure whether this applied to you, do not check any options.
- IPTC
- XMP
- EXIF
Embedded metadata support (writing)
See the reading question above for more details on what embedded metadata is. This question refers to whether embedded metadata can be written back to files if edited within the DAM system.
- IPTC
- XMP
- EXIF
Controlled Vocabularies
Controlled Vocabularies are predefined lists of search terms. They can be realised in many different ways but the common factor is the user picks from a restricted selection rather than enters a keyword. Most DAM systems will usually support both controlled vocabularies and keywords.
- Yes
User Defined Metadata Fields
The ability to configure metadata your own metadata fields is important for DAM systems so you can assign a dedicated field for certain items of information rather than using a generic classification method or one of the vendor's own standard fields.
- Yes
Cataloguing Interface Options
When cataloguing assets with custom fields, some metadata will be controlled selections, others will be free text. There are further choices like date fields, file attachments etc.
- Text field
- Text area (narrative)
- Checkbox
- Date
- File attachment
Business Intelligence & Reporting
Asset Usage Records
To enable reports to be generated, DAM solutions must retain records of asset usage, including searching, download and editing of records. The reporting should include the user who carried out the activity and the date/time it occurred.
- Yes
Asset Usage Notes
History and reporting tools are available.
Audit Trail
A detailed audit trail that logs every user action in a central record is useful to gain insight into user behaviour. Comprehensive audit trails allow DAM system users to produce reports that address their unique needs.
- No
Built-In Reports
A range of built-in reports that you can quickly generate is useful to answer common questions such as the "what is our most popular asset?".
- Most popular assets by download
- Most active users by uploads
- Most active users by downloads
- Popular search terms
Reporting Notes
Custom reports are available.
Asset Processing
Dedicated/Scalable Proxy or Derivative Asset Generation
Nearly all DAM systems will generate thumbnails and previews of media, including more dynamic types like video or audio. Some products use a separate server to do this which usually makes them more suitable for large scale asset ingestion and processing.
- Yes
Dedicated/Scalable Proxy or Derivative Asset Generation Notes
EMPush
Multi-Page Document Asset Previews
If you deal with document oriented assets, having a solution which can generate multi-page previews (and also zoom in on them) can save the hassle of downloading a file only to discover it is not the one you need. For assets with very similar content, this can be a useful feature.
- Yes
Multi-Page Document Asset Preview Notes
Any number of pages in a single document will be converted individually. 5 Previews are available at a time. Jump to page option is available within asset view. All documents are text searchable.
Asset Manipulation
Image Manipulation
Many DAM systems allow users to manipulate images by resizing, cropping etc. Choose any features which are important to your users.
- Image re-sizing
- Image cropping
- Format conversion
- Flip images
- Rotate image
- Change colorspace
Video Manipulation
Some DAM systems may allow video assets to be converted or modified. If that is a potential requirement for you, specify those features which are likely to be needed. EDL = Edit Decision List and refers to providing in/out points when editing video footage.
- Format conversion
Data Import/Export
Importing Metadata
Importing metadata is an important feature if you have either legacy assets or metadata is generated using some other tools (for example a spreadsheet). Not all systems offer this, but usually if the feature is not available, the vendor will be able to carry out batch importing for you via professional services (note: this will usually incur a cost, unlike a built-in capability).
- Yes
Metadata Import Formats
This question only applies if the vendor has features to import metadata. There are common formats like CSV, XML and Excel which DAM solutions may support. If this is a requirement you are likely to make frequent use of, it is essential to verify whether the product supports the formats you typically work with.
- CSV (or any delimited file)
Metadata Import Notes
Metadata can be imported and exported via the data manager.
Exporting Metadata
As well as importing metadata, sometimes it is important to be able to export sections of it to conduct further analysis in third party applications. Not all products support this, but usually it will be possible to request the vendor provides an export via professional services (although a fee may be charged).
- Yes
Metadata Export Formats
This question only applies if the vendor has features to export metadata. There are common formats like CSV, XML and Excel which DAM solutions may support. If this is a requirement you are likely to make frequent use of, it is essential to verify whether the product supports the formats you typically work with.
- CSV (or other delimited file)
Metadata Export Notes
Metadata can be imported and exported via the data manager.
Integration
API
API means Application Programming Interface and allows third party software to control a DAM system. If you intend to integrate your DAM with another existing solution then you need to choose the API protocol that is compatible with that.
- REST
- Other
API Notes
Storage Integration
Many DAM solutions will now allow assets to be stored on the server of Cloud storage providers. This allows asset files to be distributed and/or integrated with other solutions. Some third party services use generic protocols like FTP, others are proprietary.
- Amazon S3
- Dropbox
- FTP
- Rackspace Cloud Files
- SFTP/SSH
Scripting & Plug-Ins
Scripting Capabilities
Some advanced DAM solutions have a scripting capability that allows users or third parties to add functionality which the vendor did not originally envisage. Usually programming skills will be required to use this, but some tools have visual interfaces also.
- Yes
Scripting Capability Notes
Plug-In Support
In addition to scripting (or sometimes instead of), some DAM solutions will have a plug-in architecture that allows third party developers to extend the core platform.
- Yes
Plug-In Capability Notes
EnterMedia will develop and plug-ins through consulting services.
Authentication
Authentication Support
If you need to integrate with an existing corporate authentication service then this option will be important for you.
- Active Directory
- LDAP
Multi-Lingual Options
Multilingual Application Interface Support
The interface means the controls to use the DAM system. This is different from the metadata support which is usually entered by end users when cataloguing assets.
- English
- French
- Spanish
- German
Multilingual Metadata Support
See previous question. Most DAM systems with multi-lingual support will provide it for metadata.
- Yes
Multilingual Support Notes
http://demo.entermediasoftware.com/manager/views/settings/translation/index.html
Credentials for demo: admin/ admin
Credentials for demo: admin/ admin
Version Control
File versioning
File versioning refers to the digital media associated with an asset record. This is usually the minimum requirement for a DAM system to claim support for versioning assets. See also responses to the related question about metadata versioning below.
- Yes
Metadata versioning
Metadata versioning is separate from the files associated with assets. Many DAM solutions will track updated digital assets but only retain a single current version of the metadata. Since metadata is likely to be edited many more times than assets get replaced, this can be an important point to check.
- No
Independent Metadata And File Versioning
This questions assesses whether the solution allows versions of either the file or metadata to be reverted independently or if both are linked to a single shared version instance.
- No
Version Control Notes
This feature is managed through the attachments area. Assets can be saved as a folder, which allows for other versions, dependent assets, and subfolders to be saved with the same assetid.
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Profile Last Updated: 25/11/2015