Operators configure,
Linear channels (metadata, playback URLs, entitlement rules)
EPG schedule ingestion (XTI Prime, Gracenote)
VOD assets using ADI metadata
Content is not streamed directly by Go but is referenced and governed through the control plane.
Catalogues define what content is visible to users and are typically scoped by,
Region
Device type
User profile type (optional)
Catalogues may include:
Linear channels
VOD assets
Editorial and algorithmic collections
Catalogue configuration is tightly linked with Experience Manager.
Offers define what users are entitled to access.
Operators,
Create offers in OpsHub
Assign offers to households via BOA
Enforce access dynamically during playback
This enables support for subscription, transactional, and hybrid business models