A well-done news report by WCPO in Cincinnati highlights what happens when public safety radio coverage does not penetrate older buildings. NFPA 72 nails down how to solve the problem, but has NFPA 72 missed the larger picture?
Technology
5G sidelink solves an important challenge for public safety users: How to deliver public safety communications when the 5G network is not available. This presentation from Qualcomm experts explains two common scenarios and includes an excellent question-and-answer discussion.
Service Dynamics, QPP Ecosystem
Public Safety Broadband Networks are typically deployed on commercial Mobile Network Operators' networks. The Telstra failure is an example of what can happen to very good MNO networks and what that means for public safety operations.
Services, Service Dynamics
The three major US Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) announced the formation of a Direct-to-Device Joint Venture to address the delivery of mobile services in underserved remote areas. The move is an important step towards addressing coverage limitations across the rural US regions.
Corporate Mergers
Motorola Solutions acquired Exacom to add dispatch/radio audio recording, security, and AI transcription capability.
