EMAM Launches Free On-Premise AI Tool in New Media Management Platform Version

EMAM has announced the beta release of its eMAM version 6.0 platform, featuring a groundbreaking free on-premise AI tool that enables organizations to automatically enrich untagged videos without manual intervention. The new eMAM Next AI connector leverages open-source large language models and operates on affordable HP Z2 workstations to provide speech-to-text, summarization, and title generation capabilities, allowing companies to maintain full control over their media assets within their local infrastructure.

According to EMAM President David Miller, the development responds to growing organizational demands for secure, cost-effective AI solutions. "Facing security and cost concerns, organizations have been clamoring for fully on-premise AI options," Miller stated. The company is offering a perpetual free license for all new customers through the end of the year, providing immediate access to AI-powered media management without additional licensing expenses.

The new version introduces a simplified "Client" web interface with WCAG 2.1 A and AA compliance, enabling authorized non-technical users and external stakeholders to access the eMAM media library without requiring EMAM user licenses. This feature allows organizations to share media with clients and stakeholders more flexibly while maintaining security protocols. The platform continues to support integration with over 100 third-party technology partners, including new partnerships with Cutting Room for media creation and sharing, as well as expanded storage and archive integrations.

Additional enhancements in version 6.0 include improved orchestration options that allow third-party tools to integrate processes between eMAM and other platforms, advanced editing capabilities for raw camera media, and expanded social media sharing options. The platform's ability to incorporate third-party metadata makes media assets significantly easier to search and utilize across organizations. More information about EMAM's solutions can be found at https://www.emamsolutions.com and https://www.emamcloud.com.

The release addresses critical industry needs for secure AI implementation while maintaining cost efficiency. By providing free on-premise AI capabilities, EMAM enables organizations across broadcast, media, government, and corporate sectors to automate labor-intensive tagging processes while keeping sensitive media assets within their controlled environments. The timing coincides with increasing regulatory scrutiny around cloud-based AI services and data privacy concerns, making locally-hosted AI solutions particularly valuable for organizations handling proprietary or sensitive content.