BCNET manages information technology projects that support its members' requirements.

Projects 2012-2013:

Green Data Centre

BCNET is seeking provincial government funding for a multi-university shared green data centre for campus research and computing.

Shared IT Services

A host of IT service plans and projects are underway to decrease costs, increase service quality and mitigate risk for higher education members.

Diverse Network Infrastructure

BCNET continues to improve network infrastructure and resiliency for Vancouver-based research universities and institutes.

Internet Protocol Policies

Leading the way in Internet networking technology, BCNET serves its members through educational workshops, training and support for Internet Protocol Version 6.

NetFlow Service

BCNET is investigating NetFlow, a real-time network traffic analyzer and monitoring solution, to enhance network visibility, security, reliability and resiliency.

Network Research

Networking experts are investigating an emerging technology called OpenFlow, an open standard that enables researchers to run experimental protocols on the advanced network.

Network Performance

BCNET is upgrading its reporting metrics for network availability and performance to provide better service for its members.

Cable Management

A project is underway that will help engineers manage the fibre optic network assets owned by BCNET members.

Internet Service

The Western Canadian Internet Transit Consortium was created to collaborate on procuring commodity Internet sevices for BCNET members and Canada's advanced network organizations.