Marine Corps Systems Command - Universal Communications Interface Module (UCIM)

Project Overview: The Marine Corps Systems Command (MARCORSYSCOM) is developing a communications technology called Universal Communications Interface Module (UCIM). UCIM will allow previously used legacy radios and future JTRS radios to be integrated on a single networked system. This will make the transition to future JTRS radios easier from both a technological standpoint and for the soldiers as well.

The UCIM will integrate radios and different command and control functions like telephones, intercoms, workstations, and servers. The UCIM will be able to connect and establish a command center on any military platform. By isolating communications functions in a single module, UCIM is different from previous technologies in that it is self-sufficient.

UCIM is one of three new communications technologies that the Marines hope to develop by 2020 that will assist troops in locating and destroying the enemy. UCIM will bring digital technology to the battlefield assisting our troops in combat.

As of 26th Dec 2008, CenGen, Inc began assisting in the integration and evaluation of UCIM.