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Ageing IT systems prevent network operators from getting the most out of their data Could Software-as-a-service (SaaS) analytics hold the answer? Alan Cunningham, subject matter expert at Ovarro, explains why Software-as-a-service (SaaS) analytics are necessary to help network operators see the wood from the trees
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lot of businesses talk about being data rich, information poor. They are collecting vast amounts of data out in the field from various network devices like remote terminal units, but don’t have the right tools to make the best use of this data. Network operators in several industrial sectors, such as oil and gas, broadcast, transportation, power and process, are all under pressure to make their operations more efficient. But, in many cases, ageing IT systems are halting their progress. Budget constraints mean that replacing these legacy systems isn’t an option for many businesses. These companies might also be reluctant to invest in new technologies that could improve their data acquisition if the solution requires capital expenditure (CapEx). If businesses could make better use of the data already being collected with better remote monitoring, they could manage their operations far more efficiently and avoid the expenditure of replacing legacy assets — but how Fortunately, an answer to this can be found in the cloud. Advancements in cloud-based analytics tools are providing cost-effective operational enhancements in areas like alarm system management. With these tools, businesses can take information that already exists and identify historical patterns, so it becomes more powerful. Savings through software Software-as-a-service (SaaS) is the way forward for businesses. That’s why technology provider Ovarro is working in partnership with several companies, across a range of sectors, to develop software tools that give clearer insights into what is happening in their processes and internal Rail Professional
