Communications Challenges in DIL Environments

Disconnected, intermittent, and limited bandwidth (DIL) environments are typically contested spaces where communications are challenged.  A DIL environment, sometimes referred to as a disconnected, degraded, intermittent, and limited (DDIL) environment, can be caused by physical obstructions, resource constraints, or electronic warfare attacks. They pose a serious threat to expeditionary or early entry operations that do not have the support of high-capability systems.During an operation, commanders must work through all hurdles and challenges that may arise, even those that include loss of communications in a DIL environment. Every commander must have a plan for what happens when the technological advantage disappears.

The typical response to disrupted communications at the tactical edge is the use of multi-path diversity. Training warfighters on the disparate pieces of equipment needed for this can be time-consuming and costly. To exasperate the issue, most units are single-threaded in terms of communications, meaning there are only a few people allocated to support the entire mission.

 

The Solution

Interoperability in DIL Environments

REDCOM platforms support multi-path ecosystems that can be used in DIL environments. Our combination of command and control communications software and smart radio gateways allow for smooth and quick set-up, maintenance, and administration. In congested DIL environments where there is competition for finite bandwidth, REDCOM supports critical capabilities thanks to the low size, weight, and power (SWaP) requirements of our equipment.

In contested DIL environments, enemies and adversaries will deliberately attempt to deny communication. REDCOM Sigma innately enables interoperability with both emerging and legacy technology, providing multiple communication paths.

Low SWaP Comms Equipment

Most solutions can only be used at a given echelon level due to the required level of power, size/weight, or technical support. However, REDCOM solutions are inherently “Low SWaP,” meaning they require very little power and are easy to maintain/admin/support, which allows for use across all echelon levels.

For brigade and higher units, REDCOM’s platforms scale to handle greater user demand while simultaneously supporting a wide variety of communications paths to various other groups.

For tactical edge units that move mostly on foot, REDCOM understands that low SWaP and ease of use are keys to success. This is why we are intensely focused on engineering communications solutions that are lightweight, flexible, and incredibly easy to set up. New users can be trained in hours or days, and they can administer the system without IT experts or field service representatives.

 

Schedule a Demo

REDCOM Sigma is a commercial-off-the-shelf command and control platform that can be deployed in DIL environments to establish and maintain the tactical communication edge. Military branches and public safety teams alike can benefit from the flexibility and assurance that our solutions provide for tactical communication during missions in limited environments.

Contact our team today to schedule a demo of our solutions in action.