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Everything you need to know about Atom DAM

Written by Fanny Francois | Dec 9, 2024 10:23:37 AM

In the fast-paced digital world, the efficient management of digital assets is essential for businesses. Key assets such as images, videos, audio files, and creative files form the core of marketing and sales strategies as well asand brand identity.

At Miller Graphics, recognising the critical role of an effective digital asset management solution, we are thrilled to present Atom DAM, our all-encompassing digital asset management platform.

This article aims to give you a comprehensive overview of Atom DAM, highlighting its significant features, advantages for your business, and guidance on getting started. Atom DAM is crafted to simplify content workflows for marketing teams, creative teams, and other departments, enriching your digital content management and enhancing the user experience.

What is Atom DAM?

Overview of Atom DAM

Atom DAM stands as a full-fledged digital asset management system (DAM system), crafted to aid organisations in the effective handling, organisation, and dissemination of their digital content. At its essence, Atom DAM acts as a unified digital asset library, enabling the storage, retrieval, and sharing of a diverse array of digital content. The primary aim of Atom DAM is to refine the creative workflow by offering a single singular, reliable source for all digital assets. This guarantees that every stakeholder, be it within marketing teams, creative teams, or beyond, gains access to the latest, approved assets.

The Technology Behind Atom DAM

Atom DAM is supported by a strong, scalable cloud-based system, facilitating effortless access and control over digital assets from any location, at any moment, perfectly suiting remote and collaborative work models. It employs cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to elevate its capabilities, especially in automated tagging, sophisticated search features, and asset retrieval.

Atom DAM is compatible with a broad spectrum of other platforms and tools, such as content management systems (CMS), product information management (PIM) systems, Packaging Project Management (Millnet) systems, and social media channels. Thanks to Miller Graphics’ collaboration with CI Hub Connectors, you will be able to diffuse your assets throughout a variety of applications from the Adobe Creative Cloud, or Microsoft Suite for instance. 

This meld of sophisticated technology and user-friendly design positions Atom DAM as an invaluable DAM software for any organisation aiming to enhance its digital asset workflows.

Key features of Atom DAM

Centralised Asset Storage

Atom DAM simplifies digital asset management by offering a single, centralised repository. This approach ensures that all digital assets, including images, videos, documents, and creative files, are stored in one accessible location. It effectively eliminates the disarray of files scattered across different folders and drives, streamlining the process for teams to find and share assets with ease.

Advanced Search and Metadata Management

Atom improves asset access with its advanced search capabilities, featuring auto-tagging, asset tagging, custom tags, and filters for quick and precise asset retrieval. Atom DAMUsing AI and machine learning, the digital asset management software boosts search accuracy, allowing for searches based on keywords, metadata, and other attributes.

Version Control and Asset Tracking

With Atom DAM, version control is streamlined, enabling users to efficiently track and manage different iterations of digital assets from a unified platform. This ensures that everyone is working with the most current version, aiding in the identification of changes, analysis of differences, and making decisions informed by the asset's evolution.

Access Control and Permissions

Atom's robust access control system is designed to safeguard sensitive digital assets by offering granular access levels for both internal and external users. Administrators can precisely manage who has the authority to view, edit, or distribute assets, significantly reducing the risk of unauthorised access or misuse. This level of control is instrumental in preserving the security and integrity of an organisation's digital library.

Workflow Automation

Workflow automation enhances the creative workflow by facilitating automated approvals, reviews, and distribution, avoiding bottlenecks and enabling a seamless content production process. With Atom DAM, the approval process is fully manageable on the platform, enabling teams to review and approve assets in real time. This efficiency cuts down on manual processes and significantly boosts productivity.

Integration Capabilities

For a DAM system to be effective, seamless integration with existing systems and tools is vital. Atom DAM offers integration with a broad spectrum of systems, including content management systems (CMS), product information management (PIM) systems, Packaging Project Management (Millnet) systems, and social media platforms. Such integration facilitates a smooth flow of data throughout the content lifecycle, from its creation to its distribution, optimising marketing content across channels.

Reporting and Analytics

The ability to track asset usage, performance, and asset ROI through reporting and analytics is critical. Atom DAM provides configurable data dashboards, enabling users to monitor the performance of individual assets in real time. Through detailed analysis of asset performance, organisations can spot trends, inform future content creation, and foster highly personalised customer experiences with visual content.

Scalability and Flexibility

For organisations in growth phases, a scalable DAM platform is indispensable. Atom DAM is designed with changing business needs and industry trends in mind. Its cloud-based architecture supports dynamic scaling, adeptly handling an increasing volume of assets without compromising performance. Additionally, Atom DAM's flexible design allows for customisation to meet unique business requirements, ensuring the DAM software evolves alongside the organisation.

Security and Compliance

Atom DAM upholds robust security protocols, including file encryption and granular access controls to prevent any kind of security breach. Furthermore, Atom DAM aids organisations in adhering to legal and regulatory standards, ensuring content is used in accordance with licensing or copyright restrictions. With secure backup systems and disaster recovery options in place, Atom DAM protects digital assets and guarantees business continuity.

Benefits of using Atom DAM for Your Business

Improved Efficiency and Productivity

Atom DAM significantly enhances the efficiency and productivity of your digital asset management processes. By automating and simplifying various tasks, Atom reduces the time spent on manual digital asset management. This automation allows teams to focus on more strategic and creative work, rather than getting bogged down in administrative tasks.

Enhanced Collaboration and Workflow

Atom DAM facilitates better collaboration among team members and external partners by providing a centralised platform for asset management. Features like version control ensure that all stakeholders are working with the most up-to-date versions of assets, reducing confusion and errors. Shared access controls also ensure that the right people have the appropriate permissions to view, edit, or distribute assets, fostering a collaborative environment without compromising security.

Better Brand Consistency and Control

Maintaining brand consistency across all marketing channels is essential for any business. Atom DAM helps enforce brand guidelines and usage rights by providing a single source of truth for all digital assets with up-to-date versions. The platform's robust access controls and permissions features also help in protecting sensitive assets and ensuring that they are used in compliance with licensing or copyright limitations.

Cost Savings and ROI

Using Atom DAM can lead to significant cost savings and a strong return on investment (ROI). By reducing asset duplication and streamlining processes, organisations can save on storage costs and minimise the time spent on searching for and managing assets. Additionally, the automation of repetitive tasks and the enhanced collaboration features contribute to increased productivity, which can lead to cost savings and improved efficiency. This combination of cost savings and improved efficiency ensures that Atom DAM delivers a strong ROI for businesses when it comes to managing their marketing assets.

How to Get Started with Atom DAM

Implementation Process

  1. Initial Consultation with Miller Graphics’ teams: This initial step is essential for customising the implementation strategy to suit your organisation.
  2. Asset Inventory: Perform a comprehensive review of your current digital assets to determine which ones need to be transitioned to the Atom DAM platform and identify sources of master data. 
  3. Configuration and Setup: The Miller Graphics team will guide you through the configuration and setup of the Atom DAM digital asset management tool, ensuring it aligns with your requirements and existing tools.
  4. Data Migration: Transfer your digital assets to the Atom DAM platform with support from the Miller Graphics team, who will ensure a smooth upload of your digital asset library.
  5. Training and Onboarding: Miller Graphics team will then conduct practical training sessions to familiarise your team with Atom DAM and provide extensive documentation.
  6. Ongoing Support: Beyond the initial setup, Miller Graphics will continue to offer support, regular follow-ups, troubleshooting assistance, and platform updates.

Training and Support

For a successful Atom DAM adoption and utilisation, Miller Graphics provides extensive training resources and continuous support options:

  • Training Resources: Access a wide array of training materials for new users, including video tutorials, user guides, and interactive webinars. 
  • Onboarding Sessions: Benefit from personalised onboarding sessions designed to expedite your team's familiarity with Atom DAM. 
  • Ongoing Support: Miller Graphics ensures continuous support through various channels such as email, phone, and live chat. 

Pricing and Packages

Atom DAM's pricing structure is adaptable, catering to the diverse needs of different organisations. Depending on your company’s needs, Miller Graphics has gradual pricing packages. From basic needs with a limited number of users and a relatively low storage capacity to a larger package with unlimited number of users, a 1TB storage capacity and customised features, Atom DAM is entirely scalable and can be adapted depending on your organisation’s evolution.

They trusted us and Atom DAM

Customer Testimonials

“The structured approach of the DAM system has helped us become more efficient, quicker, and ensuring the right asset is being distributed to all our reselling channels. This would have been impossible without a DAM.”

Josephine Amlé, Online Shop Manager at Chamois

Conclusion

In summary, this article has illuminated the extensive features and advantages of Atom DAM, the digital asset management (DAM) software by Miller Graphics. It delved into how Atom DAM simplifies the management of a wide range of file types, boosts team collaboration, and maintains brand uniformity.

The advantages of Atom DAM, such as enhanced teamwork, superior brand management, and reductions in costs, position it as the superior option for companies aiming to refine their management of digital assets. By integrating Atom DAM into their operations, businesses can achieve proficient, secure, and strategically aligned management of their digital resources.

With its scalable, adaptable, and secure framework, Atom DAM stands ready to support your enterprise's success in the dynamic digital landscape. Embark on the journey towards more efficient content management and strengthened brand consistency by discovering how Atom DAM can cater to your specific requirements.