How public sector organizations are using Streamio to stream meetings cost-effectively while ensuring accessibility and GDPR compliance

In today’s digital era, public sector organizations across the EU increasingly seek effective ways to stream their meetings and manage recorded video content, such as council sessions or internal discussions. Providing transparency by making these meetings accessible to the public is crucial, but it’s equally important to do so in a way that is cost-effective and compliant with GDPR.

Streamio, a Swedish video platform, has been helping many public sector organizations meet these needs by offering a GDPR-compliant platform for streaming and managing video content. With Streamio, you can stream live meetings and publish recorded videos, all while keeping accessibility at the forefront.

The growing need for accessible and secure video streaming in the public sector

The importance of accessibility

Public sector bodies, such as municipalities, regions, and government bodies, must ensure their video content is accessible to all citizens, including those with disabilities. Features like automatic subtitling help organizations comply with accessibility requirements, ensuring everyone can follow along. Furthermore, Streamio allows meetings to be streamed across various devices, ensuring citizens can access them on computers, tablets, or smartphones.

GDPR concerns

Adhering to GDPR is non-negotiable for public sector organizations, especially when personal data is shared or discussed in these meetings. Platforms like YouTube or Vimeo often fall short regarding GDPR compliance due to third-party tracking and data storage outside the EU. Streamio addresses these concerns with a secure, Sweden-based platform that ensures GDPR compliance.

How Streamio helps public sector organizations save on streaming costs

Cost-effective streaming and video hosting

Many organizations in the public sector struggle with high costs related to streaming their meetings. The expenses can quickly increase, with some platforms charging based on usage or requiring costly upgrades for additional viewers. Streamio offers a transparent pricing model with no hidden fees, making it a budget-friendly option.

Organizations experience significant cost savings after switching to Streamio compared to alternative platforms.

Comparison to other platforms

Unlike other platforms that charge extra for live streaming or video storage, Streamio provides all-inclusive packages. This means public sector organizations don’t have to worry about unexpected costs, making financial planning easier.

Ensuring GDPR compliance with Streamio

GDPR compliance

For organizations in the public sector, ensuring video content is hosted in a GDPR-compliant environment is a must. Streamio processes and stores all data within the EU, ensuring full compliance with GDPR and privacy regulations.

Data privacy

Streamio guarantees that all personal information, including any data discussed during public meetings, remains within secure EU-based infrastructure. This not only ensures compliance but also eliminates the risks that come with using non-EU-based cloud services.

Why third-party platforms fall short

Popular platforms like YouTube or Vimeo can present privacy risks due to third-party tracking and ads that could violate GDPR. Additionally, these platforms often show unrelated content, distracting from the professionalism of the meeting. Streamio, however, offers a dedicated, ad-free experience that keeps the focus on the content itself.

Accessibility features: making public sector video content available to all

Automatic subtitling integration

Streamio offers an integration with Amberscript to make automatic subtitling fast and easy, helping public sector organizations ensure their content is accessible to those with hearing impairments. By using AI technology, subtitles can be generated quickly, often in just a few minutes, allowing organizations to make their meetings accessible without delay.

While automatic subtitling provides a cost-effective and efficient solution, it may not always be 100% accurate. For organizations looking for higher precision, Amberscript offers an excellent subtitle editor where users can fine-tune and correct any inaccuracies after the meeting. Learn more about our Amberscript integration for automatic subtitles here.

Device compatibility

In today’s mobile-first world, citizens need access to meetings on any device. Streamio ensures that video streams are compatible across platforms, whether viewers are on desktops, tablets, or smartphones.

On-demand video and playlists

Streamio makes it easy for organizations to create on-demand libraries of past meetings. By scheduling publications and securing videos with passwords, organizations can build accessible archives of their meetings.

Success stories from public sector organizations

Umeå municipality

Umeå municipality has embraced Streamio, streaming its council meetings live and archiving them for on-demand access. By doing so, they ensure their video content remains GDPR-compliant and accessible in a cost-effective manner. This is just one example of how organizations, regardless of size, are finding real value in using Streamio.

Other organizations that have also successfully used Streamio in their communication strategies