The second edition focuses on the media and entertainment sector (M&E), with more information relevant to encompass broadcasters migration to file-based production. New technology and new products are also included and there is more detail on systems integration and product examples, plus extra case studies. New content includes: - Storage management where several products have been designed for the special needs of the media business. - XML and web services. - New case studies. *Demystifies the underlying technologies of media asset management *Explains the processes and operations involved in setting up a media asset management system *Provides an unbiased view of the leading systems.