Service - Army
Description
The Bowman and Tactical Communications & Information Systems (BATCIS) Team is leading on a number of core enabling projects for digitization. It was responsible for developing and delivering the replacement Allied Rapid Reaction Corp – Command Control and Information System (ARRC C2IS) and is now supporting it in operation.
Capability replaced
The mission of HQ ARRC is to support UK, NATO, EU or coalition forces in multiple roles as a Corps HQ, a Land Component HQ or as a Joint Task Force HQ for land-centric operations.
ARRC C2IS was developed to improve the operational effectiveness of HQ ARRC’s current Command Information System (CIS) and interfaces with a wide range of information systems within the NATO environments. ARRC C2IS has the ability to operate in multiple security domains and to exploit multinational/NATO legacy applications. It forms the core of the HQ ARRC’s improved Out of Barracks Information System (OBIS), can utilise both current and future communications network technologies to enhance information exchange capabilities both internally with the deployed HQ and externally with dispersed field locations.
Project History
The ARRC C2IS Assessment Phase contract was undertaken by Thales and this was followed by a contract being placed for the design, development, supply and initial support with Thales UK Ltd in August 2006. The capability was delivered ahead of schedule and the team was awarded a CDM Commendation.
Current Status
The system is in service.
Costs
Under the £18.3M contract, Thales delivered the system and is continuing to provide support until November 2012.
In-Service date (ISD)
The system has been in service since 2007.