The 2004 Athens Olympics Network: Faster, Stronger- and Redundant

INTRODUCTION

The case depicts the scenario of the networking system at the ATHENS 2004 OLYMPICS. It shows how the networking system was designed and what all problems it dealt with. The case also depicts the system configuration of the software which was used to control and manage the activities at the Olympic games.

COMPANY INTRODUCTION

Atos is an international information technology services company with annual 2010 pro forma revenues of EUR 8.6 billion and 74,000 employees in 42 countries. Serving a global client base, it delivers hi-tech transactional services, consulting and technology services, systems integration and managed services.

With its deep technology expertise and industry knowledge, it works with clients across the following market sectors: Manufacturing, Retail, Services; Public, Health & Transport; Financial Services; Telecoms, Media & Technology; Energy & Utilities.

Atos is focused on business technology that powers progress and helps organizations to create their firm of the future. It is the Worldwide Information Technology Partner for the Olympic Games and is quoted on the Paris Eurolist Market. Atos operates under the brands Atos, Atos Consulting and Technology Services, Atos Worldline and Atos Worldgrid.

ATOS ORIGIN INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTIONTRADED AS EURONEXT ATO

Industry IT Consulting

Founded 2000

Headquarters Bezons, France

Key people Thierry Breton (Chairman and CEO)

Services

Outsourcing of IT services, system integration, consultancy

Revenue €5.021 billion (2010)

Employees 74,000 (OCT 2011)

Problems and Opportunities

PROBLEMS AND OPPORTUNITIESPROBLEMS:The case depicts all the network related problems

which can affect the security and speed of the systems. Various threats can be encountered such as :

Malicious software- viruses, worms, Trojan horse, logic bombs etc.

Denial-of-service attackHackingUnauthorized access to the systemPhysical Threats.Human interference and Malfunctioning of the system

OPPORTUNITIESThe solution of the network problem in this

scenario was the adoption of the GAME MANAGEMENT SYSTEM and INFORMATION DIFFUSION SYSTEM which managed all the real – time data of the activities giving speedy and accurate statistics yo the commentators as well as to the audiences.

To prevent loss of important information back-up of data were created.

They used VLANS( Virtual Local area network) to simplify troubleshooting and to limit damage if any one managed to break into the network.

ALTERNATIVE SOLUTIONSSystem can be designed in various

alternative ways using the following concepts:

Biometric devicesDigital surveillanceFirewallsIntrusion detection systems

OPTED SOLUTIONThe solution of the network problem opted in this

scenario was the adoption of the game management system and information diffusion system which managed all the real-time data of the activities giving speedy and accurate statistics to the commentators as well as to the audiences.

To prevent loss of important and confidential information back –up of data were created.

They used VLANS ( Virtual Local Area Network) to simplify troubleshooting and to limit damage if any one managed to break into the network.

CONCLUSIONThe above case highlighted the networking

issues of the information systems of the Athens Olympic games. The “ Atos Origin” company made a great contribution by designing the network in a reliable and efficient manner,

So as to provide speedy and accurate information to the audiences with proper control on the management of sensitive and confidential information.

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