Control rooms play a critical role in organizations, serving various purposes such as traffic management centers, command and control centers, emergency operations centers, and more. When lives are at stake, downtime is simply not an option. Regardless of the incident being managed or the crisis unfolding, the technology within a control room must be reliable and capable of handling any challenge.
Over time, control rooms have evolved, and today they are found in various sectors, from industry or traffic surveillance operations to emergency operational centers. Each control room is customized according to the needs and requirements of the user, necessitating not only powerful and stable equipment but also a partner experienced in designing and implementing their complex infrastructure.
Control rooms deal with an increasingly complex network of information that needs to be monitored. Operators must manage an overwhelming amount of content sources and management systems. Additionally, control room systems must withstand a growing number of cybersecurity attacks, a challenge exacerbated by the increasing demand to access any information system remotely from any location.
Flexibility and Reliability
In reality, the reliability of control room technology is continuously tested. To meet today's complexities, control room systems must enhance their performance and become more complex. As complexity increases, standard methods of ensuring system reliability may no longer suffice.
Versatile video wall solutions with ultra-high resolution and large format displays are key components of a technological platform for monitoring and information centers (control rooms), offering clear data visibility and the flexibility to display it in the most efficient way.
To equip command and control centers, AVITECH offers video wall solutions from its technology partners Sharp/NEC, Leyard (Planar) or VuWall.
Maximum Reliability
In critical operations where safety is at stake, downtime is unthinkable. Therefore, control room engineers need proven technology and systems they know they can rely on. High-performance displays designed for 24×7 operation and equipped with built-in redundant power supplies ensure continuous and secure operation.
Optimal Clarity
To maximize situational awareness, control room staff need ultra-clear visualization technologies that allow for the most accurate and efficient interpretation of visual data, especially during critical moments. High-resolution video wall solutions and large format displays with wide viewing angles ensure that data, maps, and detailed sources are clear and visible from anywhere in the room.
Extended Lifespan
The lifecycle and total cost of ownership are important economic considerations when choosing a display system for a control room. To fully capitalize on the investment, some systems use built-in technologies and designs for long-term operation.
Service and Support
Maintaining uptime and the most functional environment is a top priority for monitoring and information centers. To ensure that display technologies are properly integrated into a system and continue to operate optimally in the future, it is important to work with an experienced provider that offers maintenance and support whenever needed.
Control Rooms for Various Applications
Command and Control Centers serve as key decision-making points for high-priority missions—from military operations to flight or traffic control. To provide top tactical and logistical support, command and control personnel need access to real-time visual analytics. High-resolution video wall systems create clear content, spread across the entire display, enhancing situational awareness and empowering decision-making.
Emergency Operations
Emergency operations centers are responsible for managing and responding to emergencies and disasters. Their staff must quickly analyze real-time information to make operational decisions and allocate resources accordingly. Video wall systems are fundamental in these control rooms, increasing the visibility of critical data and improving interpretation and response speed.
Network Monitoring
Network operations centers (NOCs) ensure 24/7 management and control of network infrastructure. Technicians continuously monitor system performance and work to identify and resolve issues to ensure optimal and uninterrupted service. Video wall solutions are an essential resource for obtaining a comprehensive view of a network's ecosystem.
Critical Infrastructure
Control rooms for utilities and power plants include real-time process control for power generation and distribution, water and wastewater systems, or oil and gas production and distribution. In these environments, reliable display technologies ensure smooth and continuous operation. Video wall systems are configured to optimize monitoring and management.
Surveillance
Traffic management control rooms perform the important task of controlling traffic flow, reducing congestion, increasing safety, and improving the overall efficiency of transportation systems. Display solutions for traffic control require non-stop reliability and high image quality, supporting the clear visualization of data, maps, and video surveillance.
Security and Surveillance
Security and surveillance control rooms are responsible for 24/7 video surveillance and protection of various public institutions or private properties. High-resolution video displays designed for long work cycles offer reliable non-stop performance. Flexible display solutions can be compatible with multiple sources.
Decision-Making Centers
Briefing and situation rooms—usually closely connected to military and government institutions—are used to support high-level meetings or manage crisis situations. State-of-the-art video wall systems capable of supporting video conferencing act as a focal point in these rooms to display important information and support rapid decision-making.
Comprehensive Services, Turnkey Projects
For video wall systems intended for command and control centers, AVITECH offers a full range of services: Consulting and Design, Equipment Procurement, Installation Works Execution, Programming, Maintenance and Technical Support. We place special emphasis on the process of integrating newly installed systems with existing ones.
FAQs
Video wall solutions enhance efficiency and reliability by providing a clear and expansive view of critical data, essential for making rapid and accurate decisions. They allow simultaneous monitoring of multiple information sources and ensure continuous operation with high image quality, crucial in emergency situations and critical infrastructure management.
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