EVS and Qvest announce strategic partnership to redefine broadcast workflows with Flexible Control Room (FCR) solution

Sun, 14 Sep 2025 10:12:00 +0200

EVS, a global leader in live video technology for broadcast and new media productions, and Qvest, a global leader in media-focused services, have concluded a strategic partnership agreement with a clear framework to support the rollout of EVS’s next-generation Flexible Control Room (FCR) solution.

This extended partnership builds on years of successful collaboration between EVS and Qvest. By combining EVS’s innovation in live production with Qvest’s expertise in both technology implementation and organizational transformation, the two companies are uniquely positioned to help broadcasters and media organizations introduce FCR into their operations smoothly and begin realizing its operational and creative benefits with confidence.

Debuting at IBC2025 alongside its modular user interface, Tactiq, FCR redefines control room workflows by replacing traditional, hardware-based setups with scalable, software-defined workspaces. This flexibility allows production teams to adapt dynamically to changing requirements, enabling teams to collaborate effortlessly across formats, roles, and locations, whether for live or on-demand content creation.

Beyond its technological innovation, FCR’s introduction also creates opportunities for broadcasters to evolve their ways of working. To ensure this transition is smooth and well-supported, Qvest will implement a structured change management approach as part of every deployment, which has already proven successful in early FCR pilot projects. This includes an initial assessment of the broadcaster’s operational environment, the mapping of key stakeholders, and the implementation of transformation programs to keep all parties aligned. Tailored training programs will be designed to equip staff with the knowledge and confidence they need, while ongoing monitoring and support will ensure long-term success.

With this new extension focused on FCR, the two companies reaffirm their shared commitment to helping broadcasters and media organizations modernize operations and embrace the shift to flexible, software-defined production environments.

Nicolas Bourdon, CCO at EVS, commented: “With FCR, we’re helping our customers rethink how production control rooms should work in a modern, multi-platform world. We are glad to collaborate with Qvest, a forward-thinking systems integrator with extensive experience in handling complex projects.This partnership will provide our customers with top-tier expertise, not only in deploying the technology, but also in supporting their internal evolution to fully leverage FCR’s flexibility.”

Thomas Müller, CTO at Qvest, added: “We are pleased to strengthen our partnership with EVS through the rollout of FCR. By combining our deep expertise in systems integration with consultancy in broadcast transformation and change management, we are uniquely positioned to help broadcasters transition smoothly toward flexible, modernized, and software-defined operations.”

EVS to launch Tactiq at IBC2025, bringing unprecedented flexibility to control room operations

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 18:30:00 +0200

EVS, a leading provider of live video technology for broadcast and new media productions, will launch Tactiq, its next-generation modular control room interface, at IBC2025.

This marks the first public showcase of EVS’s wider Flexible Control Room (FCR) solution, introducing an innovative software-defined approach to live production, and empowering broadcasters to scale, automate, and customize their workflows with unprecedented flexibility.

RTBF, Belgium’s French-speaking public broadcaster will be the first to fully deploy FCR and Tactiq at its new Media Square facility, a state-of-the-art all-IP production hub set to open in 2026.

Unified control, flexible workstations, scalable live production

With Tactiq, production workspaces are no longer restricted by task-specific hardware. By decoupling the user interface from backend systems, Tactiq abstracts complexity and brings unified control of all key production elements—including video, audio, graphics, and lighting—into one intuitive and modular interface.

This software-defined approach gives production teams unmatched operational flexibility. Any workstation can be assigned any task, operated via touchscreen or physical controller. Each operator position becomes multifunctional, enhancing collaboration, maximizing team efficiency, and enabling more flexible workflows.

Designed with interoperability at its core, Tactiq integrates effortlessly with EVS’s live production ecosystem and supports a wide range of third-party tools, ensuring a consistent, unified experience throughout the entire production pipeline.

Tactiq also supports rapid scalability, making it easy to onboard new operators, reassign responsibilities, or adapt control room layouts to meet evolving live production demands.

Simplified workflows, boosted productivity

Tactiq’s intuitive interface is built for operators of all experience levels, enabling fast onboarding, smooth transitions between roles, and confident production management for both live and pre-recorded shows.

To further optimize operations, Tactiq introduces rundown-based automation, streamlining repetitive tasks while preserving the ability for manual intervention when needed. This hybrid model reduces operational errors and ensures consistent output, even under pressure in live productions.

The visible layer of a deeper transformation

Tactiq sits on top of a broader transformation: EVS’s Flexible Control Room (FCR). The FCR introduces a software-defined environment that replaces traditional fixed control rooms with agile, reconfigurable workspaces tailored to modern production needs.

A key component of FCR is the Production Resource Manager, which identifies and manages system resources, operator roles, and equipment configurations during live production. This capability streamlines setup and coordination, making future productions significantly more intuitive and efficient for both engineers and operators.

Built on open, interoperable technology and supporting both IP and legacy workflows, FCR aligns with EBU’s Dynamic Media Facility (DMF) concept for modern, software-defined production infrastructures.

“We are excited about what FCR represents, and we also understand the importance of protecting prior investments,” said Dieter Backx. “That’s why it is designed to integrate seamlessly with existing infrastructure, ensuring continuity and compatibility across the live production environment.”

RTBF leads first full-scale FCR deployment

RTBF, Belgium’s French-speaking public broadcaster, is pioneering this new approach. Following the success of their award-winning Control Room 42 initiative, RTBF partnered with EVS to develop and deploy the first full-scale FCR at its upcoming Media Square facility, a state-of-the-art all-IP production hub set to open in 2026.

This facility will support hundreds of trained users, all operating within a fully software-defined, reconfigurable environment designed around flexibility and future-proof performance.

“Together with EVS, we’ve reimagined the control room as a flexible space that adapts to our production needs,” said Jean-Paul Philippot, CEO of RTBF. “Tactiq and the Flexible Control Room enable us to design control environments around how we want to work, not the other way around.”

Visit EVS at IBC2025

EVS will showcase Tactiq and the Flexible Control Room solution at IBC2025 stand B11, hall 7. A dedicated press briefing is scheduled on Saturday, September 13 at 9:00 am, where Serge Van Herck, CEO of EVS, and Jean-Paul Philippot, CEO of RTBF, will share further insight into their collaboration and discuss the future of live production control.