Simulation as an IT Service

Simulation systems are becoming increasingly complex. This complexity limits our ability to deliver them to facilities and units. Because large systems require significant professional expertise, large hardware investments, and continuous software updates, there are very few sites that can host these effectively. Imagine that we deliver simulation as a service instead of a product. If the system were hosted in a central, professionally staffed and equipped location, its capabilities could be made available to all soldiers in the world through our growing networks. This would make products accessible to many more units and soldiers than can use them today. The system would also be staffed with the most experienced personnel available, no matter what the location of the soldiers. I have begun investigating the feasibility of delivering simulations in this manner. This must also include determining whether existing products are architected in a manner that will allow this to be done.