Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Choose DVD production services for high quality multimedia messages

Many people have a DVD player, or at least access to a computer with a DVD drive, so DVD production is a good way to reach a broad audience. Putting your multimedia message onto DVD ensures that even those customers without a computer can still view your message. Since DVDs work with TVs -- which tend to have larger surfaces than the average computer monitor -- it is, in many cases, possible to get your multimedia message across in crisp HD quality.

I recommend: Complete Video Productions, Inc. offers video and dvd production services for corporate clients specifically. Jones & Co. Video Services offers same day and weekend services on video and DVD production service.

Opt for CD ROM production services to reach a broad audience

If your target audience tends to be computer savvy, CD ROM publishers may be an ideal way to get your message across. CD ROM products also allow for added interaction; while users often passively view a DVD, you can design a CD ROM to include interactive games, quizzes and other similar features. CD ROMs can also be less expensive to mass produce than DVDs.

I recommend: mBlaze is an award-winning company that provides a range of CD ROM authoring and CD ROM production services for corporate clients. PixelPops Design offers a range of CD ROM publishing options. Whether you need a CD ROM business card or a flash video on CD ROM, this CD ROM publishing and production company can complete your project.

Look for multimedia publishers to take your message further

While both DVDs and CDs have advantages, when you hire a DVD or CD ROM company you need to inquire about other formats, as well. Being able to offer your multimedia product via web streaming, for example, allows you to place your message online, even if you choose to also offer a CD or DVD product. Having your message on various formats makes it easier for you to get your message to your target audience.

I recommend: RPM Media is a production company that can create corporate multimedia in any tape format. AM Video Productions, Inc. uses only digital cameras, so they can create multimedia in many formats, including VHS, web streaming and VideoCD.

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Even if you only want a DVD or CD ROM product, look for a company with e-media knowledge. That way, you can easily convert your message into another format if you decide to adopt a different marketing strategy at a later date.