Synapse

The Joint Mission Planning System (JMPS) is a software tool used to develop weapons-data load inputs and route plans prior to sortie execution; however, JMPS is notably lacking in real-time, multi-user collaboration features that allow pilots and other planners to better optimize mission plans. To provide reliable collaboration, Architecture Technology Corporation (ATC) proposes Synapse, a network-aware collaboration component for JMPS, which will enable geographically separated users to exchange mission information in a real-time, bandwidth efficient manner. Synapse will decrease the Navy''''''''s the time-to-plan and increase sortie rates, thus optimizing air group performance and increasing warfighter effectiveness. Synapse will be designed as a software plug-in product that integrates seamlessly into existing and future JMPS software releases.