What is Switchboard Live?
Switchboard Live provides a comprehensive streaming solution that simplifies multichannel video distribution. The platform allows users to stream live content to an unlimited number of destinations simultaneously, including social media platforms and custom RTMP destinations. It offers features like PartnerShare for secure streaming to partner channels without password sharing, scheduled events for planning broadcasts, and event analytics to understand audience engagement.
The service supports various input protocols including RTMP and SRT for reduced latency, and includes automated features like auto start/stop destinations and scheduled streaming. Switchboard Live is designed to help organizations reach broader audiences, streamline workflow efficiency, and enhance viewer engagement across multiple platforms.
Features
- Unlimited Destinations: Stream to unlimited simultaneous destinations including social media platforms and custom RTMP endpoints
- PartnerShare: Safely stream to partner and city channels without requiring password sharing
- Scheduled Events: Schedule livestreams for meetings, events, and regular programming with automated start/stop
- Auto Start Destinations: Destinations automatically go live when streaming software or encoder starts broadcasting
- SRT Input: Support for SRT protocol to reduce latency compared to traditional RTMP
- Archives: Store and download archives of live streams for future reference and distribution
Use Cases
- Streaming city meetings and school board sessions to multiple platforms
- Broadcasting church services and worship events to various social media channels
- Live streaming concerts, festivals, and entertainment productions
- Campaign rallies and political events for voter outreach
- Emergency response broadcasts for crisis management communications
- Virtual town halls and community engagement events
- Sports events and athletic competitions
- Webinars and educational programming
