ABI Research Ranks thePlatform as Top Vendor Among Broadband Video Application Service Providers

ABI Research has ranked thePlatform, a provider of digital media publishing solutions, as the industry's top vendor in the broadband video application service provider (ASP) market. Twelve different criteria were considered in the ranking process, including customer base and solutions for cross-platform publishing of video content. thePlatform's Media Publishing System (MPS) currently supplies many of the world's leading entertainment & media companies with comprehensive solutions for distributing and syndicating content.

"A proven ability to deliver scaleable broadband video delivery solutions to a number of large customers, including some of the largest media companies in the world, is a key reason for thePlatform's number one position in our Broadband Video ASP Vendor matrix," said Michael Wolf, director of digital home research for ABI Research. "Their strength in publishing and syndicating digital media, especially across broadband and mobile platforms adds to their leadership position."

"thePlatform's lead ranking by ABI Research is the result of our innovative, comprehensive approach to broadband video publishing," said Ian Blaine, CEO of thePlatform. "Our success is a direct result of investing in an open conversation with our customers and embracing the unique requirements of their digital media businesses."

Started in 2000 and handling more than a billion annual requests, thePlatform is an established industry leader in cross-platform publishing. Major customers include ABC News, Amp'd Mobile, CNBC, Comcast, College Sports Television, Court TV, mobile ESPN publishing, Microsoft, Scripps Networks (HGTV, DIY Network, Food Network & more), Starz Vongo, and Verizon Wireless V CAST.

With a growing client base, media companies are also finding thePlatform's innovative approach as an ideal solution for their broadband video needs. Quincy D. Jones III, founder and chairman of QD3 Entertainment, a multi-platform media and entertainment company that produces, aggregates and distributes original urban programming across online, DVD, television, VOD, mobile and theatrical platforms, reports company expansion due to cross- platform publishing:

"The goal of QD3 is to provide urban entertainment to our customers however they want it, when ever they want it," says Quincy D. Jones III. "We have recently selected thePlatform's Media Publishing System to eliminate the complexity of distribution to customers on broadband and mobile platforms and increase the reach of our programs."

The ABI Research report "Broadband Video ASPs Matrix" is located at http://www.abiresearch.com/products/vendor_matrix/Broadband_Video_ASP_Matrix .