4 Weighing in on the Tapeless World

John Devcic

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This chapter looks at the overwhelming positive reasons for a move to tapeless production—however, these would only be half the story.

When it comes to tapeless, many people assume there is no downside. No technology is without a downside. This article will talk about both pros and cons and aims to introduce some of the popular solutions available today. Keep in mind that tapeless is another word for what is known as Digital Asset Management or DAM. If you are on the fence about a move from tapes, this article is the perfect starting point.

Advantages of Tape-Based Productions

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