One of the Nation's First Regional IPTV Headends Switches Middleware Vendors

WESTBY, Wis. - Sept. 12, 2017 - PRLog -- Technology advances in IPTV video have changed drastically since 2001 when Midwest Video Solutions started offering regional IPTV headend services, and in a move to provide consumers with more competitive features, MVS has moved to the Innovative Systems IPTV Middleware platform.

MVS provides multiple IPTV and Cable video services for 26 companies in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Illinois.  According to Executive Director Marty Snustead, the decision to switch to the Innovative Systems IPTV solutions was based on an impressive list of service provider references and the delivery and deployment of advanced user experience features. Snustead says the solid reputation earned by Innovative for their support and tightly integrated feature sets that work, right out of the box, made the decision to switch an easy one.

Time Shifted Viewing is the new Default

Snustead adds, "The ability to offer time shifted viewing features like Restart TV and Cloud DVR puts our company on the same feature level as someone receiving service on the Xfinity platform." Snustead admits that rural competition is not as intense as it is in the urban markets, but says it's far better to be offering these advanced features now rather than playing catch up later down the road.

MVS Has Realistic Growth Goals          Unlike some companies in the video delivery business who try to provide service nationally, MVS is taking a more realistic approach. Snustead says their target will be on serving companies in the Midwest who have needs for various video transport services. While technically they could deliver service as far away as Florida, Snustead says this core focus allows them to preserve their reputation as a reliable provider.

About Midwest Video Solutions

MVS is a Headend and Transport provider of linear signal. They deliver video signals to IPTV and Cable service providers who are looking for a more cost- effective service to end users. MVS has over 30 years of video distribution experience with over ten years of providing linear services. Visit their website:  midwestsolutions.com (https://midwestvideosolutions.com/)

About Innovative Systems

For many years, Innovative Systems has been a leading provider of solutions for the North American Tier 3 market with nearly 1200 systems deployed.eLation™, our OSS solution, includes integrated billing, financials, automated provisioning, ACS, and Staking and Mapping. The InnoStream™ server is our one-platform approach to IPTV solutions such as Middleware, VOD, Cloud DVR, Restart TV, HLS Packaging, Conditional Access, and the new IS-5112W set-top box.  The APMAX™ hardware platform provides enhanced voice and hosted business solutions. The Innovative Systems Print Division specializes in full color printing of variable data statements and invoices for industries including telecom, utilities, and sanitation. For more information, visit www.innovsys.com.