How convergence drives innovation in media and entertainment

By combining data, technology, and processes, convergence unlocks new opportunities for innovation and efficiency in the media and entertainment industry.

Jon Holmes

October 1, 2024

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  • By blending data, technologies, and processes, convergence allows the media and entertainment (M&E) industry to craft entirely new experiences, drive innovation, and enhance collaboration across teams.

  • A significant 74% of M&E leaders plan to invest more in technology over the next three years, aiming to deliver improved project outcomes and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.

  • With extended reality, digital twins, and sustainable practices, convergence enables M&E companies to optimize workflows, reduce environmental impact, and create immersive experiences that captivate audiences.

Infographic that illustrates how convergence works in the media and entertainment industry.
Jon Holmes

About Jon Holmes

Jon Holmes is a content marketing specialist at Autodesk, focusing on SEO and owned media. Based in Metro Detroit, he is a copywriter by trade, a poet-philosopher at heart, and an all-around creative in spirit. Pithy, punchy, and persuasive are his specialties. Before joining Autodesk, Holmes drove engagement and conversions for digital mortgage companies, AI start-ups, SAAS manufacturing apps, and more. He’s a lover of morning meditation, lion’s mane mushrooms, and long-distance jump shots.

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