At IBC 2024, Mick McCluskey, VP of Product Management at Enghouse Networks, spoke with Julian Clover, media and technology journalist at BroadbandTV News, about the company’s latest developments and innovations. The discussion highlighted the growing importance of Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) models for niche content creators, such as sports teams and regional broadcasters, as a way to engage audiences and unlock new monetization opportunities. Mick also outlined how cloud-based TV-as-a-Service solutions provide a streamlined, low-risk approach to market entry while boosting customer retention. The conversation further explored the impact of AI and integrated content strategies in shaping the evolving TV landscape.