Ship to shore “Digital Status Report” multimedia communication

A methodology is currently being tested which makes it possible to better inform shore-based managers about shipboard operations. A multimedia software package called a Digital Status Report (DSR) is being developed, and is intended to make it easier for shore-based staff to more clearly visualize remote operations. This highly desirable capability can be achieved through a remote user´s ability to view video clips, images, text and data routinely collected at sea and transmitted to the US Naval Oceanographic Office (NAVOCEANO) via the NAVOCEANO Network and then routed through the INMARSAT on a daily basis. This new possibility also makes it feasible for highly trained staff at multiple locations to network ideas and solutions concerning decision-making situations at remote locations where less experienced staff may need additional assistance. This type of multimedia conferencing is certain to have a large impact on resource sharing and troubleshooting problems