Going for Gold.....

....Well we did green a few weeks back and with the Olympics just around the corner I thought it was worth a little dig around to see what people think the impact will be in the IT industry.

According to Paul Winchester, managing director of Greythorn "The IT and telecoms infrastructure required to host the Olympics will leave a significant high-tech footprint on the UK labour market."

"Before the Olympics begin, emergency service lines need to be secured and WiFi coverage needs to be expanded, including an attempt to get Internet access across the tube network in time for the games - measures must also be taken to prevent cyber attacks."

While the IT infrastructure being developed for the Games may not be as well publicised as the stadiums being built and transport links being developed, it is definitely equally as impressive.

It is reported that Acer, the official sponsor for computing equipment for the London Games, is providing 9,000 desktop PCs 2,000 laptops 900 servers for use at the various Olympic venues, which gives an insight into just how big a role IT will play in the event.

At such a high profile event it is also imperative that every piece of equipment is well maintained and that any problems are dealt with immediately, which is why between 300 and 400 server specialists and desktop technicians will be on hand throughout the event.