AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 10, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Textron Systems
Advanced Information Solutions, an operating unit of Textron
Systems, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) business, announced today the
release of the new version of its iCommand® integrated
command suite, iCommand 2.5.
iCommand 2.5 collates and collapses previously disparate data
and systems onto a single pane of glass and adds mission critical
contextual information to raw data. iCommand 2.5's ease of
use and configuration enables connected elements to quickly
integrate and visualize real-time data from remote platforms
including sensors, operational assets and a variety of information
and operations feeds.
Using its intuitive web based interface, operators are able to
dynamically manage critical aspects of the data including name,
symbology, attribution, layering and attachments. iCommand 2.5
leverages the existing network infrastructure and deployed
transport layers, maximizing enterprise efficiencies and reducing
the costs and complexities of deploying technologies critical to
mission success.
iCommand 2.5 operates in a disconnected, intermittent and
limited (DIL) environment that supports bandwidth optimization for
both entity data and video streams. The newest version's messaging
middleware utilizes the Apache Kafka™ high performance messaging
queue that delivers horizontal scalability and fault tolerance,
achieving a fivefold increase in throughput and number of tracked
entities.
The new integrated command suite delivers interactive mission
planning with multiple time based courses of action. iCommand 2.5
delivers the ability to create custom and standard georeferenced
entities, setup automated alerting and event logging.
"iCommand 2.5 enhances interactions and collaboration between
mission commanders and tactical edge users for greater performance
and scalability in robust operations," says Daryl
Madden, Textron Systems Senior Vice President and General
Manager of Advanced Information Solutions. "It takes the
capabilities of our previous iCommand solution to the next level
and expands its application to a wider range of environments. With
increased information access, users are able to maintain a tactical
advantage like never before."
iCommand 2.5 offers enhanced recorded video review, enabling
users to start and stop video stream feeds and review video data
captured over a 48-hour period. Additionally, users will have the
capability to share GeoMarkers with other users in a public or
private paradigm.
About Textron Systems
Textron Systems' businesses develop and integrate products,
services and support for aerospace and defense customers, as well
as civil and commercial customers including those in law
enforcement, security, border patrol and critical infrastructure
protection around the globe. Harnessing agility and a broad
base of expertise, Textron Systems' innovative businesses design,
manufacture, field and support comprehensive solutions that expand
customer capabilities and deliver value. Textron Systems consists
of its Advanced Information Solutions, Electronic Systems,
Geospatial Solutions, Lycoming Engines, Marine & Land Systems,
Support Solutions, TRU Simulation + Training, Unmanned Systems and
Weapon & Sensor Systems businesses. Textron Systems Electronic
Systems is a registered trade name of AAI Corporation. More
information is available at www.textronsystems.com.
About Textron Inc
Textron Inc. is a multi-industry
company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense,
industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with
innovative solutions and services. Textron is known around the
world for its powerful brands such as Bell Helicopter, Cessna,
Beechcraft, Hawker, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, Greenlee,
Bad Boy Off Road, Textron Systems, and TRU Simulation + Training.
For more information, visit: www.textron.com.
Certain statements in this press release may project revenues
or describe strategies, goals, outlook or other non-historical
matters; these forward-looking statements speak only as of the date
on which they are made, and we undertake no obligation to update
them. These statements are subject to known and unknown risks,
uncertainties, and other factors that may cause our actual results
to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such
forward-looking statements.
iCommand is a trademark of Overwatch Systems, Ltd.
Apache Kafka and Kafka are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of The Apache Software Foundation in the United States and other countries.
Media Contact:
Morgan
Stritzinger
Textron Systems
(978) 657-2020
PublicRelations@textronsystems.com
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