

Mark Cohen, Arup
From: Technology for the Olympic Park - Systems integration and telecommunications, 18 January 2012, London
18 January 2012 Communications channel
>> Play webcastSystems Integration (SI) was responsible for developing and implementing a programme-wide strategy for delivery of systems capable of supporting LOCOG's overlay and minimising redundancy in Legacy.
This event focuses on each stage of SI assurance: scope verification; design assurance; delivery assurance; test and commissioning; utility risk assessments; systems proving; and systems recovery planning.
Superfast broadband was a new requirement introduced late in the construction of the Athletes’ Village. Installation of the new technology required redesign and education of the contractors on the new technology. The event also describes the value of appointing a dedicated telecoms manager to ensure successful installation