top of page

LEANING HUB

Our Knowledge Hub is your go-to resource for articles, white papers, research, and insights from across the industry. This is a curated collection of valuable content we’ve discovered covering a wide range of topics in control rooms, technology, cybersecurity, and more.

Agnostic Content is dedicated to vendor-neutral resources, articles, and white papers drawn from across the industry. This collection is designed to give you a broad, unbiased view of trends, best practices, and innovations in control rooms, technology, and cybersecurity. Whether you’re seeking research-backed insights or practical guidance, this section offers valuable knowledge without a specific manufacturer’s perspective.

The Hidden Cost of Downtime

In partnership with Oxford Economics, a global research institute, Splunk quantified the total cost of downtime for the Global 2000 to be $400 billion annually. These companies lose $200 million on average each year because their digital environments fail unexpectedly.

Wireless Troubleshooting
A Balance | Karl Benedict | WLPC

A video that explores the delicate balance between technical and non-technical skills required for effective wireless troubleshooting, offering practical tips to improve diagnostics and communication in network environments.

DIGITAL EYE STRAIN REDUCTION TECHNIQUES

A comprehensive overview of strategies to alleviate discomfort associated with prolonged screen use. The content is particularly relevant for professionals and individuals who spend extended periods in front of digital devices.​

​

How Much Faster is Fast Enough?

Investigating users' perception of latency in touch-based systems through two experiments. The first compares direct and indirect input devices for tapping and dragging tasks, revealing that users are more sensitive to latency in direct input systems. The second experiment examines users' ability to perceive small improvements in latency, finding that even minor reductions can be noticeable, especially in dragging tasks.

A Systematic Review of Safety in Control Rooms 

Examining safety in control rooms across industries, analyzing 59 studies through Human Reliability Assessment and Human Factors Engineering. It identifies key aspects such as reliability, safety performance, decision-support systems, communication, and situational awareness, offering insights to improve operator safety and efficiency.

TOP 50 Cybersecurity Threats

Splunk highlights the most significant cybersecurity threats, detailing attack types, real-world examples, and strategies to detect, prevent, and mitigate risks for organizations.

​​

​

Shifting the Balance of Cybersecurity Risk: Global Guidance for Secure-by-Design and Secure-by-Default Technology

Highlighting the focus on reducing customer security burden by embedding security into products from the start, and emphasizes the international collaboration behind these principles.

Data and The Future of Defense

An article examines how data and the Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2) initiative are reshaping defense, enabling faster decisions, integrated systems, and data-driven operations for the modern battlefield.

​

TÜV Eye Comfort Certification Explained”

The TÜV “Eye Comfort” program evaluates and certifies display devices for visual health, testing for factors like low blue light, flicker-free performance, reduced reflections, color accuracy, and ambient light adaptation.

​

Fundamentals of IP in Broadcast Production 

An introduction to the integration of Internet Protocol (IP) technologies in broadcast environments. The material was presented during a 90-minute session at IBC 2019 by Wes Simpson and Ed Calverley, providing foundational knowledge for professionals transitioning to IP-based broadcast workflows. 

Ergonomic Features of Control Room Environments

This study by Anna-Lisa Osvalder exploring the impact of ergonomic design in control rooms on operator well-being, alertness, and productivity. Through simulated work sessions, the research highlights the benefits of supportive environments, such as reduced discomfort and improved emotional states, while also noting the increased pressure associated with high-technology settings.

Control Room Visualization:

The Future is Now

White paper by Paul Noble exploring modern control room visualization, emphasizing optimal use of visual space, display technology, and information flow. It highlights high-resolution displays, video walls, and networked platforms that deliver actionable data seamlessly from personal consoles to group spaces and the field, enabling faster, smarter decision-making.

Dragos 2025 OT Cybersecurity Year in Review: Escalating Threats, New Adversaries, and Strategic Resilience

A focus on the intensifying cyber threats in operational technology (OT) environments, the emergence of new threat groups, and the strategic measures needed to enhance resilience.

NIST Cybersecurity Quick Start Guides for Small Businesses

Practical, easy-to-follow guides from NIST that help small businesses quickly implement foundational cybersecurity practices, manage risks, and protect digital assets without needing extensive prior expertise.

​​

​

WANT MORE?

Join the C2A Alliance

Join the C2A Alliance and be among the first to access exclusive ressources, and member-created educational content as we grow. Membership will give you early access to the full range of tools, resources, and insights that C2A offers.

C2A Logo_UPDATED version.png
  • LinkedIn

© 2025 by Command & Control Alliance (C2A)

bottom of page