Overview
Creating secure and reliable backups of media is critical to ensure that no data is lost during production and post. Verifying the integrity of files between various companies and or departments however, is a process that has many variables that can lead to confusion and or unnecessary time spent troubleshooting damaged files. Though most agree that this process is vital, different verification methods are utilized, depending on the tools as well as procedures, specified by a given company or individual. The American Society Of Cinematographers (ASC) has developed the ASC Media Hash List (ASC MHL) specification, to standardize the media transfer process with the goal of injecting consistency and efficiency in media workflows.