A class assignment to create a network diagram of the digital media and entertainment industry as it pertains to five target companies and their connections.
9. Key Notes
• Digital Media and Entertainment network is incredibly
interconnected, with most companies holding multiple
connections
• Very few gaps
• Distribution flows through multiple channels and companies in
the network, with gaps quickly filled as soon as they emerge
• Challenge for companies in this space is to constantly keep up
with new innovations (e.g. UltraViolet)
Comcast: Relatively few strategic alliances Because of their acquisition of NBCU, they find themselves connected to Netflix/Amazon. Will this change? Connections to devices/hardware (samsung, intel) signifies the importance they place on deliveryFacebook/Microsoft connections show their interest in social media