May 13, 2010 - 11:00 AM GMT
[PRESS RELEASE]
For immediate release
Digital2Disc: to take on One to One role in informing the packaged media industry
New title to continue the respected editorial remit for keeping the industry informed on all aspects of content on optical discs, says editor
London, Thursday 13 May 2010: Digital2Disc has announced that it is to assume the mantle of One to One, for 25 years the leading trade publication for the recorded media industry. Published latterly under the auspices of UBM, the magazine has had a loyal following with its in-depth technology reports, up-to-the-minute industry developments, and its window on market and business trends in the industry.
Digital2Disc will continue and expand on the One to One editorial remit, says editor Elizabeth Toppin, who has worked on One to One in various capacities for over 16 years, and as editor since January 2008. The new title will follow the 25-year tradition of extensive coverage of the business and technology of physical media, while evolving to meet the changing needs of those involved throughout the home entertainment supply chain, from content owners through to retailers.
“This is an exciting opportunity, and one that I couldn’t pass up,” says Toppin. “Everyone I’ve spoken to has said that this industry needs a platform for those involved in disc manufacture and they are all anxious to see a potential void seamlessly filled. Certainly it will be business as usual: same printed magazine, weekly newsletter, website and other electronic products, same trusted writers and editorial content. I’m delighted, and I’m also very grateful to the team at UBM for their support. With the magazine as the main focus rather than a small part of a very big media empire, I believe that it can improve its coverage of, and service to, the optical media .”
In the official UBM announcement, publisher Joe Hosken stated: “It’s with great sadness that I write to inform you that One to One magazine will be ceasing publication with its current issue. The past five years has seen significant consolidation in the international media manufacturing industry, which has made it increasingly harder for us to operate without damaging the quality of the product.
“I would like to take this opportunity to thank all our loyal readers , advertisers, and partners plus the editorial, sales and production team players that have contributed so much to over two and a half decades of media manufacturing news, debate and analysis. It’s been a great ride and reiterates the real value of business publications playing a significant role in the development of emerging optical technologies such as the CD and DVD through to Blu-Ray.
“We wish Elizabeth the best of luck with her new venture.”
The launch issue of Digital2Disc will be produced next month, with a focus on sustainability in the optical media industry, and will be published on bi-monthly editorial schedule in the short term. For more information, and to register for a free copy of the launch issue, visit the new website at www.digital2disc.com.
Notes for Editors
One to One was established in 1985, with Carl Snape as editor, to serve the then magnetic media industry, particularly raw material, equipment and tape manufacturers. Over the years it became the industry ‘bible’ with reference to technology and trends, and it has provided industry publications at all the major trade events. Other editors have included Bill Foster (now with Futuresource Consulting), Tim Frost (head of digital products at UBM), and Paddy Baker, editor of UBM title Installation Europe.
Elizabeth Toppin has been a freelance writer for over two decades, and has been writing for the recorded media industry since she joined One to One as a staff writer in 1994. She was born in the US and grew up in Barbados, where she attended Queens College before returning to the US and receiving her high school diploma at Phillips Exeter Academy and a BA at Boston University. She has lived in the UK for many years.
Photo attached, please contact the editor for a high-res image: elizabeth.toppin@digital2disc.com
Elizabeth Toppin, editor of Digital2Disc
