V/V SIC
Remote Condition Monitoring Cross- Industry
Strategy Group
Remote Condition Monitoring Cross-Industry Strategy Group
Remit
17 August 2011
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Introduction
1.1
This document defines the working arrangements for the Remote Condition Monitoring
Cross- Industry Strategy Group (XIRCMSG); a subgroup of V/VSIC.
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Purpose / Scope of the Sub Group
2.1
The purpose of this sub group is to provide a strategic lead on cross-industry Remote
Condition Monitoring matters. Key to this role is to identify the blockers to the realisation of
the whole system reliability game-changer identified in the consultation for Rail Technical
Strategy 2 in this area and propose strategic solutions. Annex A outlines the key four
blockers.
2.2
The sub group was given a remit from SIC Chairs to “Develop the principles of what the
industry wants to achieve (information requirements etc.) in each of the 4 quadrants of the
Intelligent Infrastructure Strategy where there is a cross industry aspect”. This has
culminated in the development of eight key principles and an associated activity list for Cross
Industry Remote Condition Monitoring.
These Eight Principles are:
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Principles are applied to Remote Condition Monitoring (RCM) activities in any of the
four quadrants where there is x-industry impact.
2
Business cases shall include all x-industry elements including evaluation of benefits
and costs.
3
An end to end x-industry RCM operating model (including processes and contracts) is
clearly described and agreed (defined shape).
4
Solutions shall conform to x-industry RCM Reference Architecture.
5
Network wide enablers (e.g. processes, technology, standards) are justified
separately from solution projects but aligned with their plans (funding/delivery)
6
X-industry RCM standards shall be applied to technical solutions and business
processes.
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Application of these x-industry RCM Principles has governance that is industry
recognised.
8
Business as Usual (BAU) procurement activities should consider application of xindustry RCM principles.
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Remote Condition Monitoring – Four quadrants
Asset types
Infrastructure
Trains
Trains
Infrastructure monitoring
Infrastructure e.g. Points
Condition Monitoring.
Infrastructure monitoring
trains e.g. Wheel Impact Load
Detection, AABM.
Trains monitoring
Infrastructure e.g. Unattended
Geometry Measurement
Systems.
Trains monitoring trains e.g.
Train Management Systems.
TraiTra
Trains
Monitoring Type
Infrastructure
The Sub Group will steer the work on the following activities:
PRIORITY
Development & Publicising of Strategy
Review and publish existing industry guidance for high level process models
HIGH
Review and publish high level XIRCM data sharing architecture for initial industry
awareness
HIGH
Identify & prioritise key enablers for XIRCM (process, technology, standards) e.g.
AVI, architecture, Geospatial model
HIGH
Map funding sources available for Cross Industry RCM and state funding criteria
MEDIUM
Identify examples of business process for existing RCM activities and map as
showcase for good practice
LOW
Cross Industry Data Sharing Architecture
Production of standards for mid-level data sharing architecture that enables very
high level architecture to be applied at specific project level
HIGH
Incorporate data sharing architecture within industry
MEDIUM
2
Development of maintenance process to keep architecture refreshed
LOW
Review position & make recommendations regarding licensing of architecture
LOW
Cross Industry Contracting Framework
Create XI contract framework including SLAs and process ownership and
accountabilities
Associated Standards
HIGH
Identify source & implement XIRCM Philosophy into appropriate industry
technical strategy
MEDIUM
Initiate project for XI Asset Information standards – RCM to be a subset of Asset
Information. Standards likely to be RGS, RIS, TIIS
LOW
Ensure correct Key Technical Requirements for RCM are included in Asset
Policy; TIIS etc for BAU activities (e.g. procurement)
LOW
Business Process
Gain XI buy in and secure funding for enablers through appropriate route
HIGH
Incorporate process ownership requirement as key governance compliance check MEDIUM
2.3
The sub group will propose R&D projects as necessary to support its scope and objectives.
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Work plan
3.1
The sub group will perform the following functions at every meeting.
Agree/review agendas, minutes and actions
Decide how to progress work items
Agree the sub group report and recommendations to be made to V/V SIC
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Conditions under which the sub group will cease activity
4.1
The sub group will cease activity if requested by the V/V SIC.
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Membership of Sub Group
5.1
A representative from each of the following organisations/ sectors:
Network Rail, TOCs, FOCs, ATOC, ROSCOs, RSSB, RIA, DfT.
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Disclosure of Interests
6.1
The sub group will ensure the policy relating to disclosure of interests, as set out in SIC
Protocol Issue 4, section 6.4 is conformed to and confirms that this policy applies to the sub
group.
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Specialist Skills and Knowledge
7.1
The Chairman of the sub group may invite other relevant experts or organisations to
participate on a regular basis, or to attend specific meetings on particular topics.
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Delegation of Authority
8.1
Decision Making
8.1.1 The sub group will make decisions based on mutual agreement between members.
Where external resources are required, the sub group will seek approval as
appropriate. For example funding applications will be sourced through the V/V SIC.
8.2
Reporting / Recommendations
8.2.1 The sub group will report into the V/V SIC as and when required.
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SIC Funding and Budget Management
9.1
The SIC Support agreement in relation to facilitation sets out the details of the research
budget set, and the process to manage and approve the budget
10
Process to elect and appoint new members / chairpersons
10.1 There is a procedure provided within SIC protocol Issue 4
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Organisation / Operation of Meetings
11.1 The secretary is responsible for the production of the minutes. These are distributed and
approved by the group. The chairman sets the agenda.
11.2 The sub group will meet as and when necessary in order to fulfil the scope and objectives;
and at least three times annually.
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Meeting Quorum
12.1 If the group is not quorate then decisions will be deferred until the next meeting. Quorum is
defined as 50% attendance of the members from the industry sectors listed under 5.1.
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Administration
13.1 Reporting Structure
13.1.1 The reporting structure arrangements are in accordance with SIC protocol Issue 4
13.2 Minutes
13.2.1 Minutes will be produced within two weeks of the meeting and distributed by Email.
13.3 Meeting Documentation
13.3.1 Papers will be issued with the Agenda at least one week before the meeting.
13.4 Remit Review
13.4.1 The sub group will review the remit as and when required and propose it for adoption
by the V/V SIC.
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