Access Grid
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(Links to Capex Budget in 2007/08 Business Plan)
Project Sponsor: Simon Riley
Staff Support: Simon Riley
Project Status: Active
Project Description:
InternetNZ is creating an Access Grid for own and rented use on the 10th floor of it's Wellington offices; demonstrating capabilities and potential for the technology through its use.
Project Budget:
$60,000 has been budgeted for the Access Grid project in 2008/09.
Overall Progress Summary:
This project has been stalled for some time, but is gaining some momentum on the basis that the 10th floor fit-out will be temporary and low cost, due to uncertainty for the long term use of the 10th floor space, but that equipment for the access grid will be able to be utilised should we have to relocate.
Activities Planned for August 2008:
To be confirmed.
Project History:
February 2008:
- Ongoing discussions with interested parties.
- Investigate "High Definition" Access Grid options
- Commence seeking quotes for building renovations
December 2007:
- Simon Riley visited Victoria University's new Access Grid.
September 2007:
- Business case for various regional councils etc prepared and distributed by Positively Business Wellington.
July - August 2007:
- Ongoing discussions with possible outfitters and other node partners.
May 2007:
- Initial room fit out plans received for consideration.
April 2007:
- Discussions with possible contractors for room refit.
March 2007:
- Test of High Definition Video Conferencing occurred during week of Council meeting.
October 2006:
Hardware/software descriptions from www.accessgrid.org being compared with equipment available in New Zealand.
Initial research into existing facilities and their operation.
July - September 2006:
Maintained contact with Nathan Gardiner (Canterbury University) to discuss room layouts, equipment developments.
Initial research into existing facilities and their operation.
Indicative pricing for range of components underway.
