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How Mobile Operators Benefit from CCW 2018

How Mobile Operators Benefit from CCW 2018

Mobile network operators around the globe have an opportunity to go beyond consumer-grade services as more nations seek LTE-based mobile broadband critical communications services. But first, these operators must understand the end user. Here is my take on how Critical Communications World 2018 can help an operator get a handle on the needs of this unique customer base.

Verizon to FirstNet: Secure interoperability is technically feasible

Verizon to FirstNet: Secure interoperability is technically feasible

With a post on LinkedIn, Verizon Enterprise Solutions explains how public safety users can use use a dedicated, secure Verizon Wireless network to access FirstNet. Unfortunately for Verizon, AT&T has to unlock the door. But does that matter?

Eye on the Prize: APCO 2017 Conference Round-Up

Eye on the Prize: APCO 2017 Conference Round-Up

The annual APCO Conference and Exhibition is a prime opportunity for public officials, service providers and vendors to exchange information about evolving public safety communications technology and practices. At this year's event, AT&T settled into its role as FirstNet's partner while Verizon worked to remain a vital player. But what really stood out were proof-points that push-to-talk over LTE is becoming an operational reality. 

Harris County Super Bowl LI After Action Report, What Can Europe Learn?

Harris County Super Bowl LI After Action Report, What Can Europe Learn?

The US Super Bowl is one of the most complex public safety operations appearing on the calendar. Fortunately, the city of Houston, Texas hosted 2017's massive Super Bowl LI event. Because the city sits in Harris County, a FirstNet Band 14 Early Builder that committed to sharing its lessons learned, the event yielded a treasure trove of information about what it means to leverage a public safety LTE network. What can this mean for future European public safety LTE networks?

Keeping FirstNet Deployable Options Open

Keeping FirstNet Deployable Options Open

State officials now have FirstNet state plans for evaluation and comment. This is a crucial phase that gives states and territories an opportunity to make sure the plan is aligned with local needs. When it comes to deployable options for hard-to-reach rural areas or urgent urban response, this is a critical time to make sure states do not loose future flexibility.