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NG911 and The Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP): Working Together to Improve Emergency Response

Sep 28, 2023

When an emergency occurs, responding to the situation quickly and handling it efficiently is crucial. One essential component of emergency response is the PSAP receiving, processing, and dispatching emergency response.  Fast and effective response...
When an emergency occurs, responding to the situation quickly and handling it efficiently is crucial. One essential component of emergency response is the PSAP receiving, processing, and dispatching emergency response.  Fast and effective responses can save more lives, help prevent injuries, and minimize property damage. The public safety industry continually innovates and improves its response systems to achieve this. One such innovation is NG9-1-1, the next generation of 9-1-1 systems. ...
Cloud Calling with NG911: Initiating the Right Emergency Response Faster Than Ever Before

Sep 20, 2023

When an emergency strikes, deploying the correct emergency response is just as important as delivering timely assistance. With advancements in public safety technology, cloud calling with NG9-1-1 can help initiate the proper emergency response servic...
When an emergency strikes, deploying the correct emergency response is just as important as delivering timely assistance. With advancements in public safety technology, cloud calling with NG9-1-1 can help initiate the proper emergency response services and resources faster than ever before.  NextGen9-1-1 makes it possible to access vital information and communicate with a level of efficiency that was unthinkable even a few years ago. Pairing this system with cloud technology is already revoluti...
NG911 for Emergency Call Center Success: A Closer Look

Sep 07, 2023

Every year, 240 million 9-1-1 calls are made to emergency call centers across the United States, with 80% coming from wireless devices. When someone dials 9-1-1, they expect fast, efficient, and reliable emergency response as soon as possible.  Ho...
Every year, 240 million 9-1-1 calls are made to emergency call centers across the United States, with 80% coming from wireless devices. When someone dials 9-1-1, they expect fast, efficient, and reliable emergency response as soon as possible.  However, what happens behind the scenes at call centers is just as crucial to emergency response as the field responders themselves. This is where NG9-1-1 comes into play.  In this blog post from NGA, we'll explore what NG9-1-1 is, why it's importan...
How 911 Response Times Are Getting Faster Thanks to NG911 Technology

Aug 21, 2023

When it comes to emergencies, every second matters. That's why improving 9-1-1 response times has become a top priority for public safety agencies nationwide. New advancements, like NG9-1-1 technology and services, have given PSAPs and call centers t...
When it comes to emergencies, every second matters. That's why improving 9-1-1 response times has become a top priority for public safety agencies nationwide. New advancements, like NG9-1-1 technology and services, have given PSAPs and call centers the tools they need to improve response times and provide help more efficiently than ever before. In this blog from NGA, we'll take a closer look at what NG9-1-1 is, how it works, and why it's making such a big difference in emergency response time...
How NG911 Will Transform PSAP Operations Beyond Video and Text

Aug 14, 2023

9-1-1 centers have been the frontline of public safety communications for decades, taking emergency calls, dispatching on-scene first responders, and saving countless lives. But as technology continues to advance rapidly, so do the expectations of th...
9-1-1 centers have been the frontline of public safety communications for decades, taking emergency calls, dispatching on-scene first responders, and saving countless lives. But as technology continues to advance rapidly, so do the expectations of the public and the needs of the on-scene first responders.  Traditional voice-based 9-1-1 communication will soon be a thing of the past, replaced by the NG9-1-1 system. This system will revolutionize PSAP operations, providing geospatial routing, i...
NG911 GIS: The Role of Geographic Information Systems in Next Generation 911

Jul 17, 2023

Technology has come a long way in the public safety industry, and the introduction of the NG9-1-1 system is one of the biggest advancements. The NG9-1-1 infrastructure supports multimedia communications and integrates data from various sources to imp...
Technology has come a long way in the public safety industry, and the introduction of the NG9-1-1 system is one of the biggest advancements. The NG9-1-1 infrastructure supports multimedia communications and integrates data from various sources to improve public safety and emergency response services. Most importantly the integration of better GIS, which provides essential location-based data during emergencies.  In this blog from NGA, we will explore the important role GIS plays in the NG911...
NG911 Transition Planning for The PSAP: An Introduction

Jul 11, 2023

As public safety professionals, we know that efficient response times can save lives. That's why the transition to NG9-1-1 is critical for our industry. NG911 is a modernized emergency communication system that replaces outdated technology with digit...
As public safety professionals, we know that efficient response times can save lives. That's why the transition to NG9-1-1 is critical for our industry. NG911 is a modernized emergency communication system that replaces outdated technology with digital networks, bringing new features like multimedia messaging and location-based services to emergency responders.  However, transitioning to this infrastructure requires careful planning and collaboration among stakeholders.  In this blog f...
NG911 IP Networks: What Are They and Why Are They Essential for Emergency Response

Jun 28, 2023

During an emergency, every second counts, and quick and effective communication can make all the difference. That's why reliable and efficient emergency response communication systems are crucial. One of the most advanced communication systems used t...
During an emergency, every second counts, and quick and effective communication can make all the difference. That's why reliable and efficient emergency response communication systems are crucial. One of the most advanced communication systems used today is the NextGeneration 9-1-1 systems and the IP networks the infrastructure runs on.  In this blog post, our NGA team will discuss NG911 IP networks, what they are, and why they are essential for emergency response. Table of Content...
NG911 - FCC Proposes Advancing the Transition: What this proposal means?

Jun 11, 2023

On June 8th, 2023 The Federal Communications Commission proposed rules to advance the transition to Next Generation 911, help ensure that the nation’s 911 system functions effectively, and support the deployment of advanced 911 capabilities—including...
On June 8th, 2023 The Federal Communications Commission proposed rules to advance the transition to Next Generation 911, help ensure that the nation’s 911 system functions effectively, and support the deployment of advanced 911 capabilities—including video, text, and data—that will help first responders save lives. Read the FCC Press Release In this blog post, our NGA team will break down the proposal. Table of Contents: What is the purpose of the proposed rules?...
NG911 Resources for 2023

Jun 01, 2023

Part of being a leading and trusted provider of Next Generation 911 is providing comprehensive resources that 911 telecommunicators and other emergency response professionals can rely on regarding NG9-1-1. At NGA, that is precisely what we do! ...
Part of being a leading and trusted provider of Next Generation 911 is providing comprehensive resources that 911 telecommunicators and other emergency response professionals can rely on regarding NG9-1-1. At NGA, that is precisely what we do!  We believe more easily accessible information can lead to a smoother transition to Next Generation 911 for emergency call centers. For this reason, we've put together this comprehensive guide of NG911 resources for 2023.  Next Generation 911: Ever...