Evaluating Reliability in Mission-Critical Communication: Methods and Metrics

Authors

Abhishek Singh

Abstract

Mission-critical communication systems are essential for various industries, including healthcare, emergency services, and military operations, where reliable and uninterrupted communication is crucial for saving lives and ensuring public safety. This paper examines the challenges and best practices in reliability testing for mission-critical communication systems, focusing on the importance of effective teamwork, communication, and the incorporation of different communication architectures into the assessment models.[1] Reliable communication is vital for the safe and efficient operation of these critical systems, as failures can have severe and far-reaching consequences, such as loss of life, property damage, or disruption to critical services. By addressing communication reliability, researchers and engineers can help ensure the dependability of mission-critical systems and improve overall public safety.
Ensuring the reliability and resilience of mission-critical communication systems is of utmost importance, as failures in these systems can have severe and widespread consequences that extend beyond the immediate incident. These consequences can include loss of life, property damage, and disruption to critical services that the public relies on, highlighting the need for robust and dependable communication infrastructure. [1] Effective teamwork and communication are essential factors in providing safe and reliable mission-critical communication. Studies have shown that communication failures are a leading cause of inadvertent harm in high-stakes environments, underscoring the critical role of interpersonal coordination and information exchange. [2] Additionally, the increasing complexity of the communication environment necessitates a closer examination of the different architectures and assessment models used to evaluate system reliability. [1]By focusing on improving communication reliability through rigorous testing, research, and the implementation of best practices, engineers and researchers can help ensure the dependability of mission-critical systems and enhance public safety and welfare. This includes exploring new communication architectures, refining assessment models, and providing effective training and coordination for the teams responsible for operating these critical systems.[3][4]

Keywords

Mission Critical Communication, Reliable Testing, Network Resilience, Performance Metrics, System Uptime, Performance, Latency, Throughput

Evaluating Reliability in Mission-Critical Communication: Methods and Metrics. Abhishek Singh. 2021. IJIRCT, Volume 7, Issue 2. Pages 1-11. https://www.ijirct.org/viewPaper.php?paperId=2501102