Working with Vodworks and Irdeto has been an excellent experience and proved to be very successful. Thanks to this professional collaboration, their quality of work and in-depth expertise, we were able to launch myK+ in 6 months.
End-to-End Development of myK+, a Multi-Screen Video Streaming Application
Through a successful partnership with Irdeto, Vodworks delivered a multi-screen digital television solution for K+ that exceeded expectations, setting a high standard for digital broadcasting in Vietnam’s satellite service industry.
- Successfully launched the myK+ app within 6 months
- Achieved over 6.5 million app downloads
- Positive partner and client feedback
About The Client
Canal+ Overseas, the global distribution arm of Canal+ Group, and VTV, a state-owned broadcaster in Vietnam, formed a joint venture called Vietnam Satellite Digital Television (VSTV). The joint-venture launched K+, a Vietnamese-origin streaming service. To reach more viewers digitally, K+ launched the myK+ application, an OTT (Over-the-Top) service that allows more than 1 million K+ subscribers to watch satellite TV content on mobile devices anytime, anywhere.
- Industry: Media and Entertainment
- Location: Vietnam
- Services Provided: Mobile and Web development, CMS development, Video Life Cycle Management Solution development and 24/7 Support & Maintenance
The Scope
Vodworks, in partnership with Irdeto, was chosen to lead the development myK+. The project required a complete end-to-end solution to deliver high-definition (HD) and standard-definition (SD) content, incorporating live and on-demand video functionality. K+ tasked Vodworks with creating an immersive, multi-device platform capable of maintaining high performance and security, regardless of device or network condition. The scope included:
- Developing mobile, desktop, and STB applications
- Implementing video distribution, content management, and security features
- Integrating a Video Life Cycle Management system to manage encoding, transcoding, and distribution for over 30 live channels and a 1000+ VOD library
- Providing a reliable support system to address any issues encountered by users or client teams
How Vodworks Helped
Vodworks collaborated closely with Irdeto to design, develop, and deploy the myK+ app and supporting services. Given the scale of the project, a clear strategy and division of responsibilities were crucial to its success. Irdeto managed the Live TV functionality, entitlements, video encryption, and distribution, while Vodworks focused on developing the apps (iOS, Android, Web, and STB) and the Video-on-Demand (VOD) components.
Project Management
With multiple services and partners involved, effective project management was essential. Vodworks adopted a hybrid “Agifall” approach, blending Agile and Waterfall elements to ensure efficient delivery and iterative improvements. Key project management strategies included:
- Phased Delivery: Breaking down the project into phases allowed for quicker market entry and meaningful feature releases.
- User Feedback Integration: Phased releases enabled the team to gather real-time user feedback and refine the app’s features in subsequent iterations.
- Coordinated Collaboration: Frequent communication and coordinated task distribution with Irdeto ensured alignment and smooth progress across all project aspects.
This structured approach allowed Vodworks to maintain high standards while meeting critical deadlines, ultimately launching the myK+ application within six months.
Services and Features Developed
To deliver and operate the myK+ application, we developed a suite of services and features to meet the needs of the user base as well as the myK+ operations team:
- myK+ Apps for iOS, Android, Web, and STB
Vodworks developed multi-platform applications with a seamless user interface, designed to adapt to different network conditions, ensuring smooth streaming and improved user experience. - Content & Metadata Management System
Our system manages live and on-demand content, channel information, and the Electronic Program Guide (EPG). Utilising Vodworks’ proprietary VidScape content management solution for VOD content management reduced development time and facilitated easy integration with other services. - Video Life Cycle Management Solution
Covering the entire video life cycle, this solution managed video encoding, transcoding, and distribution across 30+ live channels and an extensive VOD library, optimising quality and compatibility across devices. - 24/7 Support & Maintenance Team
A dedicated Vodworks support team provided round-the-clock monitoring and technical assistance, offering L1/L2/L3 support to ensure uninterrupted service for myK+ users.
The end product delivered an extensive set of features, including:
Multiscreen Access
Seamless access to iOS, Android, Web, and STB platforms
Live & VOD Streaming
Access to live TV and VOD functionalities
Channel Selection
20+ HD and 50+ SD channels
Electronic Program Guide (EPG)
Detailed information about upcoming programs and allows for easy navigation and scheduling
Catch-Up TV
Play, pause, and rewind functionalities for live TV
Watermarking for Content Security
Built-in watermarking to detect and prevent piracy
VOD Catalog
Extensive library of movies, series, and other on-demand content
Account & Subscription Management
Tools for users to manage their subscriptions online
Tech stack
The Vodworks Project Team
Mobile Team(iOS, Android)
Web team Front-end Development
Set Top Box specialists Front-end Development
QA Engineers(Quality Assurance)
24/7 Maintenance and Support Team
Project Manager
The Results
Vodworks’ structured project approach and expertise in digital video solutions enabled Canal+ to launch the myK+ app on schedule. The application saw immediate success, with over 6.5 million downloads (5 million on Android and 1.5 million on iOS), receiving positive feedback from Canal+ subscribers for its user-friendly design and reliable performance.
- Successfully launched the myK+ app within 6 months
- Achieved over 6.5 million app downloads
- Positive partner and client feedback
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