The Third Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) Plenary e-meetings (electronic meetings) concluded on March 24. The major accomplishment was the completion of 3GPP Release 17 (R17). Initial work began in 2019.

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Receiver standards can help address concerns between 5G networks and aviation interference, industry experts said during a panel at the International Wireless Communications Expo (IWCE) last month.

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The various codes and guidelines for ERRCS came as a direct result of the tragedy of September 11. The complexity of the building systems and type of construction affected first responder communication efforts. Firefighters and police could not communicate with each other or dispatch, directly resulting in loss of life.

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A panel of well-known industry leaders said the key to ensuring spectrum for future technology is innovation, collaboration and the removal of key regulatory barriers.

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A nationwide staffing shortage at emergency communications centers has reached a crisis stage as ECCs struggle to ensure they are staffed properly. After looking at the causes of this issue, we look at potential solutions to this staffing shortage in part two of our series.

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Threats posed by nation-state hackers and intrusive apps are a result of “tech-based hybrid warfare” being waged by China, Russia, North Korea, Iran and other bad actors worldwide who are exploiting vulnerabilities within operating systems and popular apps that are distributed by Google, Apple, & Microsoft.

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5G technologies are being rapidly deployed to deliver increased peak data speeds, ultra-low latency, enhanced reliability, enormous network capacity and increased availability. However, this requires a substantial expansion/upgrade to existing network infrastructure. For example, 5G networks must be densified to get the signal closer to users, which means more cell sites in more locations.

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As disasters increase in frequency and severity, strong communications in impacted areas are critical. MissionCritical Communications asked Marcus Claycomb, business development manager at Panasonic, about some of the challenges facing responders in the field during disasters, as well as ways to address some of those challenges.

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A new class of networks is appearing that offers huge potential for public safety, transport, utilities and rural broadband. The 450 MHz spectrum, which was previously used for 2G and 3G cellular and voice calls, is becoming available for new uses as the cellular carriers move away from those frequencies. The 450 MHz spectrum will support LTE services, so it offers great potential for internet of things (IoT) and machine to machine (M2M) applications.

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A nationwide staffing shortage at emergency communications centers has reached a crisis stage as ECCs struggle to ensure they are staffed properly. These shortages have led to mandatory overtime and impacts to worker well-being. This two part series looks at the causes of the shortage, as well as solutions.

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Every day, the news serves as a near constant reminder of the emergency issues plaguing the world, from tornadoes in the Midwest to flooding in Western Canada to disasters requiring the swift dispatch and coordination of multiple response units and divisions.

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When an emergency situation strikes, it is crucial that those responding have access to the most reliable, resilient and up-to-date technology. However, the majority of America’s 9-1-1 centers are still operating with decades-old technology. It is clear that the United States’ 9-1-1 system is long overdue for a major upgrade.

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As the Los Angeles Rams and Cincinnati Bengals clash in Los Angeles for Super Bowl LVI, thousands of local, state and federal personnel will be working to keep game attendees as well as California residents safe during the weekend and week leading up to the game.

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The Department of Justice (DoJ) unsealed a federal indictment charging Hytera Communications with conspiracy to commit theft of trade secrets.

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Natural disasters can turn normal daily lives into nightmares in an instant. Sadly, they have become increasingly severe and more frequent in recent years. Owing to large-scale global climate change, flooding is one disaster scenario that is becoming all too common.

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