The right solution—Hitachi Content Platform
2017-11-22
During a Hitachi Content Platform (HCP) ribbon-cutting ceremony held on Nov. 6, the Information Resources Directorate (IRD) and International Space Station (ISS) Program demonstrated their dedication to the continued implementation of the true spirit of JSC 2.0.
Focus on the priorities
In 2013, IRD recognized the need to investigate issues on the existing StorNext Archival System, which demanded a more comprehensive and forward-leaning solution that would address problems with the process, design and accessibility of data for IRD customers.
“Do Things Differently” and improve ways of doing business
After identifying the problems, IRD began researching new solutions with three key focus areas in mind: customer needs, agency priorities for meeting mission goals and enhancing and exploring new technologies such as cloud. IRD worked with several individuals at Hitachi, Sony, COMIT (Communications, Outreach, Multimedia and Information Technology Contract) and NASA to devise a strategy to create a solid design that would meet all of IRD customer needs while providing a hybrid approach to storing data that could leverage cloud technology.
“Accelerate the mission” by challenging inefficient and outdated processes
IRD invested more than one year researching new technology and working with multiple vendors to learn about and explore new, innovative ways to archive, secure and separate data while engaging with IRD customers to better understand and capture their requirements. After diligent consideration and a Decision Analysis Review of the many proposals identifying theses technologies, IRD recognized that HCP could meet the mission’s needs. True to JSC 2.0 and accelerating the mission, HCP was not only a solution for right now, but also a solution with future potential.
“Advance Commercialization” with collaboration across organizations, centers and the broader space community
While ISS is the largest customer of this new technology, IRD is committed to bringing other customers onboard with this solution in the near future. Phase III of this project is scheduled for implementation in April 2018 and will incorporate disaster recovery at NASA’s White Sands Tests Facility, as well as investigate other features for accessing, collaborating and storing data. The future of this platform has broad potential in the commercialization of space.
JSC 2.0
The technology and approach to archiving data through the Hitachi Content Management System allows IRD to meet evolving stakeholder needs and support mission success while reducing costs for both the government and the customer.
Director of IRD Annette Moore said, “This strategy solution represents the spirit of JSC 2.0, and we are proud of this partnership with the International Space Station Program.”
From left, ISS Program Manager Kirk Shireman and Annette Moore, IRD director and Johnson's Chief Information Officer, cut the ribbon to unveil the Hitachi Content Platform data-management solution. Image Credit: NASA/Robert Markowitz
Focus on the priorities
In 2013, IRD recognized the need to investigate issues on the existing StorNext Archival System, which demanded a more comprehensive and forward-leaning solution that would address problems with the process, design and accessibility of data for IRD customers.
“Do Things Differently” and improve ways of doing business
After identifying the problems, IRD began researching new solutions with three key focus areas in mind: customer needs, agency priorities for meeting mission goals and enhancing and exploring new technologies such as cloud. IRD worked with several individuals at Hitachi, Sony, COMIT (Communications, Outreach, Multimedia and Information Technology Contract) and NASA to devise a strategy to create a solid design that would meet all of IRD customer needs while providing a hybrid approach to storing data that could leverage cloud technology.
“Accelerate the mission” by challenging inefficient and outdated processes
IRD invested more than one year researching new technology and working with multiple vendors to learn about and explore new, innovative ways to archive, secure and separate data while engaging with IRD customers to better understand and capture their requirements. After diligent consideration and a Decision Analysis Review of the many proposals identifying theses technologies, IRD recognized that HCP could meet the mission’s needs. True to JSC 2.0 and accelerating the mission, HCP was not only a solution for right now, but also a solution with future potential.
“Advance Commercialization” with collaboration across organizations, centers and the broader space community
While ISS is the largest customer of this new technology, IRD is committed to bringing other customers onboard with this solution in the near future. Phase III of this project is scheduled for implementation in April 2018 and will incorporate disaster recovery at NASA’s White Sands Tests Facility, as well as investigate other features for accessing, collaborating and storing data. The future of this platform has broad potential in the commercialization of space.
JSC 2.0
The technology and approach to archiving data through the Hitachi Content Management System allows IRD to meet evolving stakeholder needs and support mission success while reducing costs for both the government and the customer.
Director of IRD Annette Moore said, “This strategy solution represents the spirit of JSC 2.0, and we are proud of this partnership with the International Space Station Program.”
From left, ISS Program Manager Kirk Shireman and Annette Moore, IRD director and Johnson's Chief Information Officer, cut the ribbon to unveil the Hitachi Content Platform data-management solution. Image Credit: NASA/Robert Markowitz
From left: Kofi Burney, Kirk Shireman, Heather Thomas, Amy Miller, Annette Moore, Steve Watson, John Buchanan, Dave Benenson and Gerald Lebeau celebrate the latest partnership between IRD and ISS. Image Credit: NASA/Robert Markowitz
Lebeau with the ISS Program and Mission Integration and Operation Office and Moore, IRD director and Johnson's Chief Information Officer, discuss the Hitachi Platform Content project. Image Credit: NASA/Robert Markowitz
Shireman, ISS Program manager, and Moore, IRD director and Johnson's Chief Information Officer, celebrate the Hitachi Content Platform's success, serving cake to those who watched the ribbon cutting. Image Credit: NASA/Robert Markowitz