Origami FAQs
Got questions about Origami and how it can help you automate your pulls and streamline your workflows?
Below we answer some of the more frequently asked questions, but if you have any other queries, please get in touch.
Who is Origami for?
Origami is ideal for:
- Studios wanting greater control over their media.
- Post-production houses looking to add value for their clients.
- VFX houses looking to streamline their processes.
Origami centralises and streamlines the sharing of your media assets, no matter where your media is stored, or your vendors or team are located, without the need for Capital Expenditure.
What are the key benefits of Origami?
The key benefits include:
- Control and Flexibility: Greater control over media and workflows without the need for CapEx.
- Automation: Automates DI and VFX pulls, file sharing, and workflows.
- Supports remote working and geographically dispersed teams
- Hybrid Capability: Works with both cloud and on-premises storage, facilitating cloud workflows and a gradual move to cloud storage as needed.
- Vendor Agnostic: Completely independent and can work with any storage or media vendor.
- Reporting & Insights: Easy reporting and insights with at-a-glance statistics.
Do we have to work with Mission Digital or a specific post-production company / DI vendor to benefit from Origami?
Origami was developed by the experienced team at Mission Digital but is completely independent of them. It is a self-managed SaaS product that can be purchased and used by any studio, post-production house, or VFX company. It can be quickly set up to automate DI and VFX pulls, regardless of where the media files are stored, making it vendor and storage agnostic.
How secure is Origami?
Origami employs industry-recognized security measures, including Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and a Zero-Trust environment. This ensures that your media and access controls remain secure at all times, giving you complete peace of mind.
Does Origami work with on-premise storage?
Yes, Origami supports on-premise storage and facilitates a gradual transition to cloud storage as needed. This hybrid capability allows for flexibility and evolution in your storage solutions.
What is the pricing model for Origami?
Origami follows a SaaS (Software as a Service) pricing model, with options for Pay-As You-Go or weekly / monthly payments for heavier users, so you only pay for what you need and avoids the need for Capital Expenditure. For detailed pricing information to suit your needs, contact the Origami team.
Is there support for Origami?
Yes, Origami offers robust support to its users. Whether you need help setting up or troubleshooting, their team is available to assist with any issues you may encounter and is included.
What metadata does Origami supply for the pulled media?
Origami provides comprehensive metadata for the pulled media, including but not limited to:
- File format and codec details.
- Resolution and frame rate.
- Timecode and reel information.
- Custom tags and notes as specified by the user.
How do I get started with Origami?
Getting started with Origami is easy. Sign up for a demo and our team will guide you through the setup process and ensure you are ready to optimise your media workflows.
For more information or specific inquiries, feel free to contact the Origami team directly.