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Try Video Asset Management","Say goodbye to scattered and unorganized videos forever. Centralize, sort, find, and deliver videos faster with a video asset management solution like Canto.","\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-1--key-highlights\">Key highlights\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Video asset management (VAM)\u003C\u002Fstrong> streamlines how organizations store, organize, find, and distribute video content\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>A video asset management system\u003C\u002Fstrong> enhances video production, brand consistency, and creative workflows\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Top use cases include \u003Cstrong>digital asset management for video production\u003C\u002Fstrong>, creative workflows, marketing campaigns, and multi-channel distribution\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>With \u003Cstrong>video digital asset management software\u003C\u002Fstrong>, video teams future-proof their libraries against growing demand for video content\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-2--what-is-video-asset-management\">What is video asset management?\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>Video asset management (VAM) is the process of storing, organizing, searching, accessing, and delivering video content in a centralized system.\u003C\u002Fstrong> Platforms like digital asset management and media asset management are explicitly built for video — equipped to handle massive file sizes, diverse file types, and metadata-rich media.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, different video file formats (like \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fblog\u002Fmp4-video-file\u002F\">MP4\u003C\u002Fa>, \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fblog\u002Fmov-video-file\u002F\">MOV\u003C\u002Fa>, or \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fblog\u002Fflv-video-file\u002F\">FLV\u003C\u002Fa>) require specialized handling. A VAM system keeps \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fblog\u002Fdigital-media\u002F\">digital media\u003C\u002Fa> searchable and shareable in one library.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-3--why-do-video-teams-need-a-dedicated-vam-system\">Why do video teams need a dedicated VAM system?\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Speed up video production\u003C\u002Fh3>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Without the right software, video teams must use manual processes to organize, find, edit, and deliver video files. Unlike static images or documents, video files are:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\u003Cli>Large in size, requiring scalable \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fblog\u002Fvideo-cloud-storage\u002F\">video cloud storage\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Complex to organize due to \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fblog\u002Fvideo-metadata\u002F\">video metadata\u003C\u002Fa>, which includes details like frame rate, resolution, and codecs\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Layered with text, graphics, and brand files, and require specialized creative software to produce them\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Perplexing to deliver in all the right channel sizes and ratios each team needs\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A VAM system includes everything modern video teams need to manage and deliver videos quickly.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Scale collaboration and workflows\u003C\u002Fh3>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Video teams have complex approval processes to produce top-notch videos for their brands. Usually, video approval workflows involve several team members across functions.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A VAM streamlines workflows and collaboration, reducing back-and-forth between creative directors, video editors, and other stakeholders.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Centralize brand management\u003C\u002Fh3>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A VAM system gives video teams one source of truth for \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fglossary\u002Fbrand-management\u002F\">brand management\u003C\u002Fa>, bringing teams together around approved files for their campaigns, channels, and product launches.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Reduce video requests\u003C\u002Fh3>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">VAM tools can provide non-creatives with self-service tools for finding, trimming, and downloading video content, reducing video requests, and speeding up marketing campaigns.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"880\" height=\"439\" src=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2025\u002F09\u002F05204652\u002Fvideo-asset-management-1.jpg\" alt=\"Video thumbnail of a wave surfer and Canto DAM facial recognition tagging the man &quot;Adam Corby&quot; with a search box containing the words &quot;Video of Adam Corby surfing in South Africa&quot; over an orange background.\" class=\"wp-image-71110\" srcset=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2025\u002F09\u002F05204652\u002Fvideo-asset-management-1.jpg 880w, \u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2025\u002F09\u002F05204652\u002Fvideo-asset-management-1-450x224.jpg 450w, \u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2025\u002F09\u002F05204652\u002Fvideo-asset-management-1-768x383.jpg 768w\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-4--what-are-the-benefits-of-a-video-asset-management-system\">What are the benefits of a video asset management system?\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Centralized video library:\u003C\u002Fstrong> A centralized \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fblog\u002Fvideo-library\u002F\">video library\u003C\u002Fa> ensures every team member can discover and access approved videos and clips\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Efficiency in video production:\u003C\u002Fstrong> By integrating digital asset management for video production, teams reduce editing bottlenecks and duplication\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Improved distribution:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Whether \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fblog\u002Fembed-video-in-email\u002F\">embedding videos in emails\u003C\u002Fa>, \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fblog\u002Fupload-youtube\u002F\">uploading to YouTube\u003C\u002Fa>, or \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fblog\u002Fshare-videos-on-dropbox\u002F\">sharing videos on Dropbox\u003C\u002Fa>, a VAM system supports streamlined multi-channel publishing\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Stronger brand consistency:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Empowering teams to access approved cuts across platforms maintains \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fblog\u002Fbrand-consistency\">brand consistency\u003C\u002Fa> across channels\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Future-proof storage:\u003C\u002Fstrong> As video quality evolves to 4K, 8K, and beyond, robust systems scale with your needs\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-5--what-features-should-i-look-for-in-video-dam-software\">What features should I look for in video digital asset management software?\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most video teams will want the following VAM software features:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Scalable platform storage\u003C\u002Fstrong> for massive video files\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Intuitive, visual interface\u003C\u002Fstrong> made for video teams\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Support for multiple \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fblog\u002Fvideo-file-types\u002F\">video file types\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fstrong> and \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fblog\u002Fyoutube-metadata\u002F\">YouTube metadata\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>\u003Ca href=\"\u002Fblog\u002Fai-powered-search\u002F\">AI-powered search\u003C\u002Fa>, \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fblog\u002Fvideo-tagging-software\u002F\">video tagging software\u003C\u002Fa>, and facial recognition\u003C\u002Fstrong> are ideal\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Collaboration tools\u003C\u002Fstrong> like approval workflows and creative tool integration\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>\u003Ca href=\"\u002Fglossary\u002Fdigital-rights-management\u002F\">Digital Rights Management\u003C\u002Fa> \u003C\u002Fstrong>to protect branded, licensed, or copyrighted videos\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"\u002Fglossary\u002Fversion-control\u002F\">Version control\u003C\u002Fa> to track and manage video versions easily\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>\u003Ca href=\"\u002Fblog\u002Fworkflow-automation\u002F\">Workflow automation\u003C\u002Fa> and \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fblog\u002Fdam-and-cdn\u002F\">CDN delivery automation\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fstrong> to manage and deliver files quickly\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>On-demand video trimming\u003C\u002Fstrong> for non-creatives to search and access video clips\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Content analytics and insights\u003C\u002Fstrong> for performance tracking\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-6--how-do-i-choose-the-right-video-asset-management-platform\">How do I choose the right video asset management platform?\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There’s no one-size-fits-all when choosing the right video asset management system for your team. Here are the VAM platform types that many teams will consider:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Digital asset management (DAM) system\u003C\u002Fh3>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fdigital-asset-management\u002F\">digital asset management\u003C\u002Fa> (DAM) system is a centralized platform for searching, accessing, and distributing all types of digital content — images, documents, design files, and video.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For video teams, it provides a single source of truth across media formats, ensuring brand consistency and easy access. It allows closer coordination between designers, video editors, and marketing teams during video production.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>Top features for video teams:\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\u003Cli>Centralized library for virtually every file type, including video\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Simplified \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fglossary\u002Fmetadata-management\u002F\">metadata management\u003C\u002Fa> using AI and automation, such as auto-tagging and auto-sorting\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Search through vast video libraries using \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fblog\u002Fai-face-recognition\u002F\">AI face recognition\u003C\u002Fa> and advanced metadata filtering\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Bring your entire video production workflow into one place using \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fblog\u002Fdigital-asset-management-workflow\u002F\">DAM workflows\u003C\u002Fa>, digital workspaces, and Adobe CC integrations\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Manage content from one place with version control, approvals, and Digital Rights Management tools\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Media asset management (MAM) system\u003C\u002Fh3>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fglossary\u002Fmedia-asset-management\u002F\">media asset management\u003C\u002Fa> (MAM) system can manage rich media — video, audio, and broadcast files — at scale. It’s especially valuable in media and entertainment, broadcasting, and corporate video production.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>Top features for video teams:\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\u003Cli>Frame-level search and editing capabilities\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Advanced metadata support for video formats and codecs\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Integration with production tools for cohesive editing workflows\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more about \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fblog\u002Fdam-vs-mam\u002F\">DAM vs. MAM\u003C\u002Fa> with this head-on comparison guide.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"880\" height=\"439\" src=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2025\u002F09\u002F05204655\u002Fvideo-asset-management-2.jpg\" alt=\"Video clip of a woman with her arms outstretched toward the sky happily and Canto DAM Smart Tags and automatic transcription overtop a red background.\" class=\"wp-image-71112\" srcset=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2025\u002F09\u002F05204655\u002Fvideo-asset-management-2.jpg 880w, \u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2025\u002F09\u002F05204655\u002Fvideo-asset-management-2-450x224.jpg 450w, \u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2025\u002F09\u002F05204655\u002Fvideo-asset-management-2-768x383.jpg 768w\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Generated Image\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Video asset management (VAM) software\u003C\u002Fh3>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A video asset management (VAM) system is a specialized type of DAM, like Canto, with specific tools for video teams. It handles large file sizes, version control, and video-centric workflows, making it ideal for in-house video teams.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>Top features for video teams:\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\u003Cli>Scalable storage for large video libraries\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>AI-powered video tagging and auto-captioning\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Robust \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fproduct\u002Fai-visual-search\u002F?utm_source=page_glossary&amp;utm_medium=content_cta&amp;utm_campaign=canto_content_fy25&amp;utm_content=page_video_asset_management\">visual search\u003C\u002Fa> capabilities to find any video across your library instantly, even by timestamp\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Video workflow enhancements to speed up production\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Align video teams and stakeholders around video projects for faster turnaround with Canto Approval Hub\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Publish media automatically to sites and stores with \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fproduct\u002Fmedia-publisher\u002F?utm_source=page_glossary&amp;utm_medium=content_cta&amp;utm_campaign=canto_content_fy25&amp;utm_content=page_video_asset_management\">Canto’s Media Publisher\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Canto also includes all the other DAM features discussed in the DAM section above\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\">\u003Ca href=\"\u002Fproduct\u002Fapproval-hub\u002F?utm_source=page_glossary&amp;utm_medium=content_cta&amp;utm_campaign=canto_content_fy25&amp;utm_content=page_video_asset_management\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"850\" height=\"250\" src=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2024\u002F09\u002F05180656\u002Fcanto-approval-hub-cta-banner.png\" alt=\"Banner promoting Canto Approval Hub for content lifecycle management, featuring a laptop screen displaying the platform interface and text reading 'Streamline proofing with Canto Approval Hub' alongside an orange 'Check it out' button.\" class=\"wp-image-70802\" srcset=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2024\u002F09\u002F05180656\u002Fcanto-approval-hub-cta-banner.png 850w, \u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2024\u002F09\u002F05180656\u002Fcanto-approval-hub-cta-banner-450x132.png 450w, \u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2024\u002F09\u002F05180656\u002Fcanto-approval-hub-cta-banner-768x226.png 768w\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Enterprise video platforms (EVP)\u003C\u002Fh3>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An enterprise video platform offers secure hosting, streaming, and analytics of video for large organizations. While less focused on creative production, EVPs help companies distribute video content for training, marketing, and communications.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>Top features for video teams:\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\u003Cli>Secure internal and external video streaming\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Audience analytics and engagement tracking\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Integrations with corporate communication tools (e.g., intranets, LMS)\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content management systems (CMS) with video support\u003C\u002Fh3>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A CMS with video support (like WordPress or Drupal) enables organizations to embed, manage, and publish videos on websites. It’s beneficial for teams focused on web distribution, but it lacks many AI, automation, and brand management features of DAM software.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>Top features for video teams:\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\u003Cli>Simple \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fblog\u002Fembed-youtube-video\u002F\">embedding for YouTube videos\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Basic storage and playback support\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Integration with video platforms like YouTube or Vimeo\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Compare \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fblog\u002Fdam-vs-cms\u002F\">CMS vs. DAM\u003C\u002Fa> further.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-7--what-are-the-top-use-cases-for-video-asset-management\">What are the top use cases for video asset management?\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How in-house video teams use VAM software\u003C\u002Fh3>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In-house video teams must produce content at scale to meet the organization’s marketing strategies. With a DAM platform for video asset management, video teams can:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Store, tag, and retrieve\u003C\u002Fstrong> raw footage, b-roll, or finished clips quickly\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Streamline post-production\u003C\u002Fstrong> with integrations to Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects for \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fblog\u002Fmedia-encoder\u002F\">media encoding\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Share approved edits internally and externally\u003C\u002Fstrong> without file size restrictions\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Creative directors\u003C\u002Fstrong> can manage and execute \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fblog\u002Fyoutube-marketing-strategy\u002F\">YouTube marketing strategy\u003C\u002Fa> more easily while maintaining campaign consistency across video deliverables\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How media and entertainment teams use video asset management\u003C\u002Fh3>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Media and entertainment teams rely on video asset management systems to manage massive video libraries, streamline production workflows, and distribute content quickly across channels. A VAM organizes video assets, keeping them searchable and easy to repurpose for improved content ROI and engagement.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Ca href=\"\u002Febooks\u002Fdigital-asset-management-for-media-and-entertainment\u002F?utm_source=page_glossary&amp;utm_medium=content_cta&amp;utm_campaign=canto_content_fy25&amp;utm_content=page_video_asset_management\">DAM for media and entertainment\u003C\u002Fa> can:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Centralize and manage\u003C\u002Fstrong> thousands of hours of raw and finished footage in one searchable system\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Use version control and approvals\u003C\u002Fstrong> to keep editors and producers aligned\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Deliver consistent video formats\u003C\u002Fstrong> and metadata across broadcast, streaming, and social\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Track licensing and video usage\u003C\u002Fstrong> to protect compliance and revenue streams\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How multimedia and full-service agencies use video asset management\u003C\u002Fh3>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Multimedia and full-service agencies use video asset management systems to juggle diverse client projects, streamline production and collaboration, and maintain client branding and professional experiences. A VAM platform empowers agencies to deliver high-quality video content faster while keeping creative assets organized and secure.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Ca href=\"\u002Febooks\u002Fdigital-asset-management-for-agencies\u002F?utm_source=page_glossary&amp;utm_medium=content_cta&amp;utm_campaign=canto_content_fy25&amp;utm_content=page_video_asset_management\">DAM for agencies\u003C\u002Fa> can:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Store and catalog assets\u003C\u002Fstrong> for multiple clients in one secure system\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Streamline proofing, feedback, and approvals\u003C\u002Fstrong> with clients and internal teams\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Maintain approved versions\u003C\u002Fstrong> aligned with each client’s guidelines\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Repurpose clips and assets quickly\u003C\u002Fstrong> to meet tight deadlines across channels\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-8--what-does-the-future-of-video-asset-management-look-like\">What does the future of video asset management look like?\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The demand for video content, including \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fblog\u002Fshort-form-video\u002F\">short-form video\u003C\u002Fa>, is only accelerating. A video asset management system ensures your team can scale with changing formats and channels.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Looking ahead, integrations with AI will unlock automated clip selection and predictive recommendations — making digital video asset management an essential cornerstone of \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fblog\u002Fcreative-operations\u002F\">creative operations\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-9--why-choose-canto-for-video-asset-management\">Why choose Canto for video asset management\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Canto is the original DAM pioneer and is still innovating today. \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fproduct\u002F?utm_source=page_glossary&amp;utm_medium=content_cta&amp;utm_campaign=canto_content_fy25&amp;utm_content=page_video_asset_management\">Canto DAM\u003C\u002Fa> allows video teams like yours to accelerate video production in one workflow alongside your brand and digital assets. With Canto, video teams can unlock serious content ROI:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Improve video usage:\u003C\u002Fstrong> With all videos and clips in one approved library, marketers, e-commerce, sales, and more can reuse videos and increase their value\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>AI and automation:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Canto automates video organization and streamlines discovery\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>All-in-one online proofing:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Finally, video teams have one place to share, revise, and approve all video projects\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Media delivery:\u003C\u002Fstrong> With Canto, you can automatically deliver videos to sites, stores, and platforms hassle-free\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Self-service tools for non-creatives:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Canto gives marketers, product, e-commerce, and sales teams tools to download and trim videos on demand\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\">\u003Ca href=\"\u002Febooks\u002Fbeginners-guide-to-digital-asset-management\u002F?utm_source=page_glossary&amp;utm_medium=content_cta&amp;utm_campaign=canto_content_fy25&amp;utm_content=page_video_asset_management\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"850\" height=\"250\" src=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2024\u002F10\u002F23192941\u002F15.png\" alt=\"An orange Canto banner that reads: &quot;the beginners guide to digital asset management-free guide&quot; with an image of three tiered ipads with images of models on fun background colors over an orange background\" class=\"wp-image-70628\" srcset=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2024\u002F10\u002F23192941\u002F15.png 850w, \u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2024\u002F10\u002F23192941\u002F15-450x132.png 450w, \u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2024\u002F10\u002F23192941\u002F15-768x226.png 768w\" 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