maj terry white project officer, ait
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Maj Terry WhiteProject Officer, AIT
Marine Corps Systems CommandInformation Systems and Infrastructure
Automatic Identification Technology (AIT)
PM J-AIT UpdatePM J-AIT Update
AIT Project Office UpdateAIT Project Office Update
Active RFID fixed infrastructureHandheld AIT reader devicesEmerging technologies / passive RFID Item UID implementation activities
Active RFID training Difficulties and challenges encounteredAIT Points of Contact
AIT Project Office manages the network of fixed interrogators at USMC bases and stations Savi is commercial partner who performs installation,
maintenance, and technical support Network is augmented by expeditionary components as
required Portable Deployment Kit (PDK) Early Entry Deployment Support Kit (EEDSK)
USMC Remote Access Server consolidates RFID data and retransmits to ITV server
Active RFID Infrastructure Active RFID Infrastructure
RFID Hardware ComponentsRFID Hardware Components
Intermec 751G/A
with 650P
SMR 8100/8146Docking Station with 654
Adapter Sleeve
650 Reader
675-I Tag
(Sensor tag)
Portable
Deployment Kit
654 Tag with Bracket
656-I Tag
(ISO Container Tag)
654 Cable
RFID InfrastructureRFID Infrastructure
Savi Site Manager
USMC Current RFID InfrastructureUSMC Current RFID Infrastructure
Camp Lejeune (11)MCAS New River (2)
MCAS Cherry Point (4)
MCLB Albany (3)
MCLB Barstow (2)
Camp Pendleton (8)MCAS Miramar (1)
March AFB (1)
MCAS Yuma (2)
Blount Island (1)
MCAS Beaufort (3)
OCONUS sitesOkinawa bases (18)
Kadena AFB (2)MCAS Iwakuni, Japan (4)
MCAS Kaneohe, HI (2)
• Number in parentheses denotes number of interrogators
USMC Planned RFID InfrastructureUSMC Planned RFID Infrastructure
Camp Lejeune (11)MCAS New River (2)
MCAS Cherry Point (4)
MCLB Albany (4)
MCLB Barstow (2)
Camp Pendleton (9)MCAS Miramar (8)
March ARB (1)
MCAS Yuma (3)
Blount Island (5)
MCAS Beaufort (3)
OCONUS sitesOkinawa bases (20)
MCAS Iwakuni, Japan (5)MCAS Kaneohe, HI (6)
• Number in parentheses denotes number of interrogators
29 Palms (4)
Additional interrogators will be installed during FY07 – new totals in red
USMC Mobile RFID Kit LaydownUSMC Mobile RFID Kit Laydown
PDKS EEDSK TOTAL
I MEF 38 7 45
II MEF 20 5 25
III MEF 20 2 22
MARFORRES (Reserves)
6 0 6
BIC 21 0 21
MCCSSS 3 0 3
AIT LAB 1 0 1
TOTAL 109 14 123
AIT Handheld Reader DevicesAIT Handheld Reader Devices
AIT Project Office has the role of procuring AIT handheld devices Manage initial procurement and refresh of devices for USMC
applications Active with PM J-AIT to ensure that USMC requirements are met
on current AIT contracts
Transition to next generation of AIT devices Current scanner solution will need replacement in coming years Interdisciplinary working group at MARCORSYSCOM will
collaborate to determine optimal course of action
Emerging Technologies Emerging Technologies
AIT Project Office lab facility AIT lab is maintained near Quantico Venue for evaluating current and emerging AIT devices and
applications Also well equipped for technical training classes
Passive RFIDPassive RFID
Passive RFID implementation CONOPS for Passive RFID under development
Passive RFID will be applied to receiving process at our three MEF’s Transportation Movement Office and Supply Management Unit
Automatic correlation of Advance Shipping Notice from DLA with the pallet as it passes through the warehouse bay doors
Potential to eventually have enterprise visibility of material in motion, save labor hours and streamline receiving process
Defense Distribution Centers
Tagged Material
MCB TMO MLG SMU
DD 1348-1A DD 1387
Data/Information Flow
Processing Time
Passive RFID Passive RFID
Defense Distribution Centers
Tagged Material
MCB TMO MLG SMU
DD 1348-1A DD 1387
DSS
DAAS
856S Advance Shipment Notice (ASN)
RFIDMiddleware
AMS-TACSTRATIS
RFIDMiddleware
DAAS
856A Advance Shipment Notice (ASN)
SASSY ATLASS 1
DAASAS1 Transaction
DLMS Bridge here
DLMS Bridge here
Passive RFIDPassive RFID
Item UID Implementation ActivitiesItem UID Implementation Activities
AIT Project Office has facilitated compliance with Item UID mandate
Item UID proof of concept projects Developed capability to apply UID mark to items Projects involved marking 7.5-ton crane, Intel Analysis System,
and Tactical Remote Sensor Systems. Assisted Maintenance Centers to develop UID marking capability
Reading and using Item UID data matrix Coded a scanner-based application to read Unique Item
Identifier (UII) for Intermec CK31 Automatically parses out key data elements (P/N, S/N, etc.) and
transmits to host computer database. Exploring method to utilize Item UID data matrix as a tool for
asset management / automatic data collection
TrainingTraining
Initial training Limited training conducted for USMC operating forces on PDK, EEDSK,
and use of RF-ITV server. Savi and PM J-AIT (Unisys) have conducted training classes for Marines
– very good response. Additional training conducted by AIT Project Office.
Sustainment training Dedicated RFID/AIT representatives are attached to forces at Camp
Pendleton and Camp Lejeune. Capability to conduct informal training on RFID equipment and
applications as required.
Formal schools Marine Corps Combat Service Support School is developing instruction
for new Marines in logistics. AIT Project Office has provided equipment to assist.
Challenges EncounteredChallenges Encountered
RFID interrogator installation delays Savi is very prompt, but base site prep work is limiting factor Contracting source selection and award process can take
months Dedicated FSR on station helps facilitate work completion
Active RFID certification and accreditation HQMC C4 initially granted Authority to Connect (ATC) through
Jun 07 - permitted to install interrogators on USMC bases Recently completed Application Security Plan in order to receive
an Interim Authority to Operate (IATO). Currently staffing the draft Information Support Plan (ISP) as
required for full ATO
Points of ContactPoints of Contact
AIT Program Office
Maj Terence White, (703) 432-5130, [email protected]
Capt Sean Hurley, (703) 432-5127, [email protected]
Dennis O’Leary, (540) 288-2476, [email protected]
Clarence Wells, (703) 432-5128, [email protected]
Tracey Cochran, (703) 432-5125. [email protected]
Romeo Delossantoscoy, (703) 432-5139, [email protected]
http://www.marcorsyscom.usmc.mil/sites/ait/
Questions?Questions?