1. IRG Reborn

2. Interference
Based on operational data from satellite operators, downtime caused by interference has reduced.
Time to resolve (Interference) has been greatly reduced by experience, new processes, new tools and training.
The end-users rely on satellite operators to deal with interferences.
Most of the satellite operators already have extensive measures in place.
Interference has not been solved, but it is now not such a huge concern.

3. Why Interference Reduction Group?
With budgets being reduced and interferences being better mitigated, IRG as it stands will potentially become less relevant in the coming years.
However, as a group we still have a role to play encouraging innovation as well as keeping interferences under control.
There are no other platforms quite like IRG, enabling discussion and experience sharing between the engineers
In order to remain relevant, we need to broaden our focus.

4. What is IRG? Innovation driver Technology Incubator/Lobbyiest Forum
Engineering
Satellite
Troubleshooting support

5. IRG Next Step
New space (Space 4.0?) is upon us, we need to be ahead of the game.
We are already dealing with those topics.
Widen the scope to deal with those topics across all areas of satellite technology, not just interference.
Focus on the positive aspects of innovation, technology, engineering, rather than negative aspect of interference.
Maintain scope to continue to handle interference, but as one of the many topics, not core focus.

6. Success Stories
IRG has enabled operators to share information and experiences much more easily
IRG has fostered innovation
IRG has achieved industry standards
Thanks to IRG:
Some interference instances can be avoided
Time to resolution is much quicker than ever before
Tools have been created or improved

7. Given that success, imagine what could be achieved for other areas of the satellite industry!

9. Mission Statement for Satcoms Innovation Group
Promote innovation in the satellite communication industry to improve operational efficiency and reduce impact, saving time and money.

10. Satcoms Innovation Group
Promoting innovation in satellite communications to:
Reduce risk of service impacting events
Improve operational efficiency
Improve quality of service
Promote industry cooperation at engineering level to:
Discuss challenges
Find solutions, including new tools
Improve processes
Lobby regulators and groups on behalf of the industry

11. Topics Interference – this remains an important part of the remit
Quality of Service/SLA
Efficiency
Innovation
Importance of satellite industry in everyday life

12. To be driven through:
Forum for engineers from operators, solution providers, and users
Driving innovation (supporting and promoting innovation projects)
Lobbying industry groups and regulators
Sharing experiences through meetings, website, and other forums
Marketing and PR for the group, members, and the industry

13. SIG will do everything that IRG does plus more

14. Why Join? Operator Manufacturer / Solution Provider User
Network with other operators
Network with customers
Network with satellite providers
Find ways to improve efficiency
Learn first hand the challenges faced by customers
Learn how to reduce errors and maximize efficiency for your satellite equipment
Find ways to reduce errors
Bring solutions to market to solve those challenges
Network with other satellite users
Bring your challenges to others for resolution
Have your solutions marketed through SIG channels
Learn about new solutions
Save Money
Make Money

15. Launching SIG August September October November Prepare new website
Closed member discussions during IBC (member’s meeting or individually)
Official unveiling at workshop
Webinar
Prepare marketing collateral and slides
Media briefings under embargo at IBC
Press release
Articles – around technology and innovation
Prepare press release to share with press at IBC
Newsletter to all members
Blog posts – about rebrand
New website live

16. Re-branding

17. Logos and Colours
Although very different we wanted to preserve a little of the IRG past.
Colour-wise we have opted for orange, grey, and blue, because based on psychological responses they represent:
Orange: invigoration, fun, liveliness, energy
Grey: impartiality, compromise, maturity, composure
Blue: knowledge, tranquility, security, trust