Transition Hassle-Free with Bitmovin
Bitmovin offers a seamless migration solution for existing users of Azure Media Services (AMS) who are facing the inevitable retirement by Microsoft by June 30, 2024. By transitioning to Bitmovin before this date, you can avoid disruptions and ensure your content continues to be served effectively without missing a beat. As the official recommendation in Microsoft's migration guide, Bitmovin's migration tool is designed to simplify the process and enable you to continue serving video content via Azure without the need for re-encoding. This means you can migrate your existing back catalog from AMS while utilizing your current Azure storage infrastructure.
Key Benefits of Bitmovin’s Streams
1. Dedicated Migration Tool: Easily set up with Bitmovin’s migration tool, ensuring a smooth transition.
2. Scalability and Cost Reduction: Scale your operations seamlessly and reduce workflow costs efficiently.
3. Pre-Integration with Azure Cloud: Streamline your workflow with seamless integration with Azure Cloud services.
4. Simple Onboarding with Video Experts: Benefit from a straightforward onboarding process with access to Bitmovin's video experts for any support or customization needs.
Getting Started with Bitmovin Streams on Azure
To begin using Bitmovin Streams seamlessly on Azure, you can follow these simple steps:
1. Create an Azure account: If you don't already have one, set up an Azure account to get started.
2. Subscribe to Bitmovin Streams: Sign up for Bitmovin Streams to access the migration tools and resources needed.
3. Migrate Your Existing Library: Utilize Bitmovin's straightforward migration process to seamlessly transition your content from AMS.
4. Begin Streaming: Once migrated, start streaming your content on Bitmovin Streams on Azure without disruptions.
Advanced Customizations and Integration Support
For users requiring advanced customizations or the assistance of system integrators, Bitmovin offers fast and easy integration options. By working with Bitmovin's recommended ISV partners, you can plan for a smooth migration with minimal time investment. These partners have skilled developers ready to help transition your workflow from AMS to Bitmovin Streams efficiently.