SYNC, an online technology magazine showcasing why Canada's national public broadcaster stands out in the rapidly changing broadcast industry, was published between 2012 and 2014. The final edition of SYNC appeared in February 2014.
Note: All articles were accurate at the time of publication, but may no longer be today.
The title SYNC reflects our media and technology teams working together to create and deliver outstanding programming to Canadians when, where and how they want it. Our contributors report on the media technology projects and directions that keep CBC/Radio-Canada at the forefront of content production and distribution.
Chair, Technology Strategy Board
As the new Chair of CBC/Radio-Canada’s Technology Strategy Board (TSB), I am proud to present this third issue of SYNC, the online magazine that puts the spotlight on applications of technology in support of CBC/Radio-Canada’s mission.
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Chief Editor, SYNC
I cannot overstate how pleased I am to welcome you to the third issue of SYNC, CBC/Radio-Canada’s online media, operations, and technology magazine, which is meant to showcase the latest projects and business initiatives driven by the Technology Strategy Board (TSB).
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The “Perfect Storm” of Change
France Bigras & John Lee give us a preview of the plethora of upcoming changes in the ways in which CBC/Radio-Canada employees will communicate, collaborate, and perform their duties.
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Radio-Canada Est du Quebec
François Legrand, Hélène Michaud, and Jonathan Jobin provide a detailed explanation of the challenges involved in improving Radio-Canada’s local news coverage and programming in Eastern Quebec.
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Telecom Expense Reporting & Management Systems
Alie McCormack & Jean-Pierre Bédard unveil CBC/Radio-Canada’s new Telecom Expense Reporting & Management Systems and explain how they will add value to our operations.
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Unified Communications
Jean-Pierre Bédard gives a detailed preview of the changes that will be brought about within CBC/Radio-Canada through the implementation of a new Unified Communications infrastructure.
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From Email to Collaboration
Jean-Martin Thibault & Samir Youssef take us through the business case and priorities that have lead CBC/Radio-Canada to choose a Cloud-based email solution provided by Google.
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Technical Considerations for Digital Television Reception
Guy Bouchard provides a closer look at the basic concepts behind DTV transmission and tips on how to improve your DTV reception.
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Security in Today’s Digital Information Landscape
Paul Livi & Eric Veysey provide a preview of the on-going development of CBC/Radio-Canada’s Information Security Risk Management programme, as well as basic tips to enhance any user’s information security.
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Mobile Digital Television (ATSC M/H) – Field-testing & Measurements
Philippe Aubé provides a detailed analysis of the results of the Corporation’s latest round of field-testing of Mobile DTV technologies and configurations.
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