Akamai Stream OS enables the NBA to get more from its media by providing a simple, automated solution for managing more than 45,000 media assets, assigning business policies, and publishing content to multiple distribution channels.

The NBA chose Stream OS because it's the only solution to combine an enterprise-class rich media management solution with the unmatched reach and reliability of Akamai's global delivery platform.

• Since implementing Akamai Stream OS, NBA.com's traffic has increased exponentially, with over 35M unique users in 222 countries accessing NBA Web content each month
• During the 2007 season the NBA will rely on Akamai Stream OS to effectively manage, control and distribute more than 195M video streams on a global basis
• Akamai's suite of products has helped the NBA reach record traffic levels, with over 35M unique global users per month, while effectively maintaining employment and infrastructure costs
• The reach and stability of Akamai's network have allowed the NBA to grow advertising revenues by 500% since 2001