VDR (Vault Data Recorder) is an electronic device that records the voyage data from all sensors on a vessel. The devices store a variety of information including the speed, position and depth of the vessel under varying sea conditions. VDRs can withstand extreme weather, collisions and even fire. VDRs are the equivalent of the black box on airplanes and the analysis of FDR data has proven to be extremely beneficial in reducing the number of accidents caused by airlines. Analyzing VDR data is expected to result in a decrease in maritime accidents.
When you are choosing a vdr device make sure you look for the following characteristics:
A user-friendly interface. A vdr ought to be intuitive and user-friendly on any device, ensuring that your team can review information whenever and whenever they want to. It should also work with a wide range of screen resolutions, which will ensure accessibility on different devices. You should look for an interactive index structure that permits users to move folders and files around in real-time. A vdr should also allow tags to be added to help organize documents beyond the standard folder structure.
Secure document storage. Look for a vdr that comes with a variety of security options, including encryption and multi-factor authentication to stop hacking attempts. It should also offer the option of either on open and off save encryption to protect files during storage and to make them inaccessible to unauthorized parties.
A reputable vdr should have a back-up server in the event of a primary server failing. When choosing a provider, ask what their downtime and uptime rates are, and then compare it against other providers in the market. In addition ensure that they have a an onsite support team that is able to answer questions at any time of the day or late at night.
