Ashdown.co.uk   |   Research and Development
 Research and Development

Working in tandem with our own business, we are developing cutting edge technology which literally re-invents publishing as we know it. This is probably the biggest step forward from Caxton’s press in the 15th century.

Our expanding team of developers are enthusiastic and committed in turning bright new ideas into reality. Our “blank canvas” thought process allows for greater freedom and clearer vision. The results speak for themselves.

Here are some of the current projects which we are developing at light-speed.
 At the forefront of broadcast TV ...
  IPTV
The web has decimated and fragmented Goliath’s grip on media and information. And no more so will this be felt that with IPTV.

Our proprietary IPTV system is a total solution for publishers and companies to distribute their contents via streaming servers, recorded or live.

Not only controlling content, scheduling and billing, we incorporate a micro-payment model to take repeat revenues up front and in two easy clicks.

Broadcasting is now available to everyone.

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 Online Magazines ...
  IMAG
This innovative page turning software gives the reader a “bridge” from the traditional printed page to an affordable all new electronic editions delivered direct to their mailbox.

This gives substantial untapped subscription revenues with almost zero costs and advertisers have now a new exciting alternative to the printed page.

We are adding to this already comprehensive technology to include streaming media and customizable editions for readers looking for special interest content.

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 The Complete Magazine Management System ...
  VIRTUAL MAGAZINES
With our partnership with Genesoft we have developed a total solution for publishers wishing to produce their titles in a virtual environment.

From advertising sales; editorial planning; page layout and production the Genesis system can dramatically improve profits while greatly enhancing the entire process of publishing.

Now Editors; Designers; Advertising can work from anywhere in the world and collaborate over the Internet in real time.

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 Keep in Control of the Market ...
  MARKET RESEARCH
We are currently developing sophisticated modelling systems to measure specific markets both in quantity, quality and market share.

Our models give publishers an instant monthly drill-down on the size of the market and how their publications are performing both in revenue and yield and identify slow accounts and non-performing customers.

This is vital information sales and marketing departments and our further developments will become of vital importance to any publisher wishing to protect and improve their market share.

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 Working Hard for the Future Today ...
  BUILDING THE FUTURE OF PUBLISHING
We are working incredibly hard to harness the Internet, making bridges with our magazines and online communities through innovative technology and vision.

The exploration into space (Cyberspace that is) will lead us to whole new adventures and will put us in touch with markets from all over the world.

As pioneers, our journey is full of challenges, new horizons and brimming with boundless opportunities as well as the odd setback.

But our commitment remains steady in bringing the Web 2.0 to a screen near you.

Here are just some of the projects we are currently working on.

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UK: Tel: (01903) 884988
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Ashdown.co.uk
Ancient Lights
19 River Road
Arundel
West Sussex
BN18 9EY
Ashdown Inc.
68132
250th Avenue
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MN 55944
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