Browsing by Author "Bernbom, Gerry"

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Establishing an Information Architecture Integration with an Open Systems Environment
(1992-12-02) Bernbom, Gerry; Cromwell, Dennis
Establishing an Information Architecture Integration with an Open Systems Environment
(EDUCAUSE, 1992-01-01) Bernbom, Gerry; Cromwell, Dennis
This paper describes the conceptual basis for a structured data architecture, and its integration with the deployment of open systems technology. The key strategic initiatives which brought these efforts together are discussed: commitment to improved data access, migration to relational database technology, deployment of a high-speed, multi-protocol network, and orientation to workstation-centered computing. Details of Indiana University's data architecture are presented, focusing on the relationship of operational to information-detail databases, the creation of synthetic data structures and higher order "data collections," and the integration of the university-wide architecture with local and departmental data sources. Discussion of the underlying technology paradigm addresses the integration of proprietary components with "open" systems solutions in a strategy of technology coexistence that addresses: mainframe/server, workstation/client, networks, gateways, and database management systems. Finally, some next critical events are outlined for both the architected data environment and the open systems technology environment.
Indiana University Shared University Research grants - Report on Accomplishments
(2000-06-20) Stewart, Craig A.; Bramley, Randall; Bernbom, Gerry; Dunn, Jon W.; Meglicki, Zdzislaw; McMullen, D.F.; Hart, David; Papakhian, Mary
Indiana University has a decades-old research relationship with IBM. This relationship has expanded and deepened significantly in the past two years, in large part thanks to the SUR grants awarded by IBM to IU, totaling $2.45M (retail value) in IBM high performance hardware.
Making a Difference: NHPRC Electronic Records Projects
(1996-08-25) Bernbom, Gerry
A Methodology for Evaluation Recordkeeping Systems
(1997-03-27) Bernbom, Gerry
In June, 1995, IU began a two year project to establish archival requirements for IU's electronic records in the target areas of Financial Management Services and Student Services. As part of that project a methodology has been developed to evaluate information systems against the University of Pittsburgh Functional Requirements for Evidence in Recordkeeping in the context of business transactions.
Research and Academic Computing Implementation Plan
(2000-07) Peebles, Christopher S.; Stewart, Craig A.; Bernbom, Gerry; McMullen, Donald F.; Shankar, Anurag; Samuel, John; Daniels, John; Papakhian, Mary; Hart, David; Walsh, John; Wernert, Eric
Security in a Client-Server Environment
(1993-12-09) Bernbom, Gerry; Bruhn, Mark; Cromwell, Dennis
Security in a Client-Server Environment
(1993-12-09) Bernbom, Gerry; Bruhn, Mark; Cromwell, Dennis
This paper describes the strategy adopted by Indiana University in the design and implementation of a security model for the client/server environment. The strategic initiatives which were the catalyst for this effort are presented: deployment of a high speed network, an orientation to workstation-centered computing, and a growing commitment to open-systems solutions. Details of the IU security architecture are discussed, focusing on the three components of security -- identification, authentication and authorization -- and why they are critical success factors to implementing a client/server information system. The paper identifies security problems of an open-systems and client-server environment, the technology components of a security solution, and the work done by Indiana University to supplement the immature technology in this area. The paper also makes a case for clear analysis of security exposures, and the importance evaluation security solutions in light of evolving industry standards.