Systems Integration

NTTX can undertake analysis, guided by the above criteria, to develop the optimal system architecture for a given application.

The extent to which systems can be integrated depends on a number of criteria.

These include:

• size and complexity of network
• operational philosophy
• system safety integrity level
• system functionality
• third party stakeholders
• legacy, current and future technology
• functionality over cost.

NTTX can undertake analysis, guided by the above criteria, to develop the optimal system architecture for a given application. This demanding process will determine the number of systems to be integrated or interfaced, combined at a graphical user interface within a multi-user 'universal' workstation environment. This process involves the application of several systems engineering techniques including:

• interface hazard analysis
• failure mode analysis and availability modelling
• maintainability and whole life maintenance costs
• operational analysis and human factors.

The resultant systems integration simplifies management, reduces the need for training and multi-skilling, increases operational flexibility and reduces operating costs.