Behind the Scenes: Technology and Medical Support at the Olympic Games in Athens

The video tutorial covers the operations of the Technical Operations Centre (TOC) during the Olympics, managed by Atos Origin. It highlights the development of two major IT systems: the Information Diffusion System (IDs) and the Games Management System (GMs), which handled logistics and information dissemination. The video also details the extensive IT infrastructure, including PCs, servers, and mobile phones, and the significant contract with the International Olympic Committee. Additionally, it discusses the Olympic Polyclinic's medical imaging capabilities, provided by Kodak, and the use of imaging technology at the Olympic Equestrian Centre for both sports medicine and disaster preparation.

What was the primary role of the Technical Operations Centre (TOC) during the Olympics?

• To manage athlete accommodations

• To relay information and results to media and the official website

• To provide security for the venues

• To organize transportation for spectators

Which company was responsible for operating the Technical Operations Centre (TOC) and developing key IT systems for the Olympics?

• IBM

• Microsoft

• Google

• Atos Origin

How many PCs were deployed across the TOC and other sites during the Olympics?

• 20,000

• 15,000

• 10,000

• 5,000

What was the purpose of the Olympic Polyclinic located within the athletes' village?

• To provide accommodation for athletes

• To host press conferences

• To offer medical imaging facilities for fast diagnosis

• To serve as a training center for athletes

What was the role of Kodak's medical imaging equipment at the Olympic Equestrian Centre?

• To provide entertainment for spectators

• To capture digital images of horses for medical studies

• To enhance the visual experience of the event

• To train veterinarians