Pilat Media, a global supplier of business management software solutions to the media industry, announced Scripps Networks has gone live using their IBMS broadcast management system for five major brands — HGTV, Food Network, DIY Network, Fine Living Network, and Great American Country. The installation of IBMS is part of Scripps Networks' five-year program for transitioning to a file-based operation, and replaces the previous in-house developed management system. The IBMS installation provides robust standardized scheduling and management functions for the five Scripps Networks brands, while allowing for differences in their operating procedures. IBMS was adapted to meet Scripps Networks' requirements in several key areas including reporting, validation, and user interface. The five brands include HD and SD channels, and the IBMS implementation included customization for procedures to ensure that assets are available in the correct format for the appropriate output.