IT experts with media know-how

S4M - Solutions for Media stands for competence in the software industry for media companies.

As a systems and consulting company, we have been developing and marketing integrated system solutions since 1996.  Now we’ve grown to about 130 employees who take care of our wide range of systems used in 30 countries around the world. 

We place great importance on the fact that our software developers have excellent and detailed knowledge of the world of online media, radio and television. Our motto is that only people who know how media companies work can provide solutions to meet their high specifications. This is exactly what S4M does: we provide customized solutions for media companies that fit perfectly into existing structures.

Whether your needs are for commercial airtime sales, video content management, program planning, rights licensing, ratings analysis or production planning -  S4M has the right solution.

A good reputation around the world

Since our beginning, we’ve built an excellent reputation both nationally and internationally. Media and broadcast companies from Europe, North America, Asia, and even New Zealand rely on our expertise. We are also well-represented in our home country of Germany: Our customers include both public and private broadcasters and new media companies.  

A solid background

Our software systems represent a vital core process within companies. That’s why our customers know they’ve found a reliable partner in S4M.  We will also be there for our customers in the future. This feeling of security is not just because of our outstanding market position, but is thanks to our corporate partners:

arvato systems, a subsidiary of arvato AG, the globally-networked media service company of Bertelsmann AG. arvato systems plans, develops, operates and manages complex IT systems around the world and combines sophisticated media experience in areas like telephony, music, internet and print.

RTL Television, one of Germany’s most successful TV broadcasters, has  developed into a corporate group involved in many activities in the core business sector of television.

S4M Basic Facts 
Founded: October 1996 
Corporate Headquarters: Cologne; Germany 
Managing Director: Dr. Manfred Heinen