Synchronizing Defense Transportation System Reference Files
Abstract
Automated information systems (AISs) that support Defense Transportation System (DTS) business operations rely extensively on data from other Defense and commercial systems. Most data exchanges use codes instead of full definitions, such as item, location, and other descriptive data. Files containing codes and the corresponding definitions are referred to as referencc files. This report presents a strategy to enhance the distribution and synchronization of transportation-related reference files. Many DTS AISs frequently use outdated reference files. As a result, electronic transactions and documents containing reference file information have data errors that cause those AISs to reject the transactions or report erroneous information. The report recommends USTRANSCOM develop a central reference server to manage the dissemination of reference files from source AISs to user AISs. A central reference server is a technical configuration of hardware, software, and telecommunications components that receives and consolidates current reference files from source AISs in a single location. The investment and annual operating costs to implement and malutain a central reference server for 7 years will be $20.1 million.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 01, 1998
- Accession Number
- ADA360655
Entities
People
- Harold L. Frohman
- James E. Cotterman
Organizations
- LMI