Military data centers are delivered to operational zones by the Bundeswehr.
Kicking it old-school with new-school tech:
The German military's getting a modern tech makeover, thanks to the "German Mission Network Block 1" (GMN 1) project. This rollout includes flexible, portable data centers that provide top-notch IT services on deployment sites. These new centers extend the reach of Germany's stationary data centers by connecting with allies abroad.
Yesterday, the German Armed Forces' Procurement Office lowered the hammer on a deal with BWI GmbH for this spiffy tech upgrade. The contract? Not only does it provide deployable data centers, but it also links them to stationary centers, test sites, and even turbo-charges the capacity of Germany's stationary data centers (aka the Inland Base). The German Armed Forces are footing the bill for this project, which got the green light from the Budget Committee of the German Bundestag yesterday.
GMN 1 might be a mouthful, but it's a game-changer. This system forms an integral part of a fully digitalized, cutting-edge network connecting the German military, making it could and ready for today's – and tomorrow's – digital battleground. With these new digital muscles, Germany's defense capability's taken to the next level.
So, what exactly is the German Mission Network Block 1 (GMN 1)? Well, it's currently unclear as no specific information on the project is publicly available. But while the nitty-gritty details may remain a mystery, it's clear that similar projects are typically about building advanced networks to improve communication, data integration, real-time information, and cybersecurity for military forces.
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Original content from: PIZ Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support, transmitted through news aktuellSource: ots
The German Mission Network Block 1 (GMN 1) is crucial to the German military's digital transformation, integrating technology within the finance, data-and-cloud-computing, and industry sectors. This cutting-edge network promises to enhance communication, data integration, real-time information, and cybersecurity for military forces, boosting Germany's defense capability through advancements in digital technology.
