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Feb 07, 2023
A breakthrough in communications technology can make all the difference when it comes to keeping people safe. In July 2020, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline assigned its own three-digit number—988—to facilitate immediate connections between t...
A breakthrough in communications technology can make all the difference when it comes to keeping people safe. In July 2020, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline assigned its own three-digit number—988—to facilitate immediate connections between those in crisis and trained responders.
Several states have implemented the Next Generation Advanced (NGA) 988 call-handling solution designed to improve public safety, with California being the most recent. The golden state has recently taken...
Feb 02, 2023
Preparing for 911 Disasters with NG911
In the event of a disaster, it is crucial for emergency call centers and other organizations to be prepared. NG9-1-1 has revolutionized how public safety professionals respond to a crisis by allowing them to co...
Preparing for 911 Disasters with NG911
In the event of a disaster, it is crucial for emergency call centers and other organizations to be prepared. NG9-1-1 has revolutionized how public safety professionals respond to a crisis by allowing them to collect, process, and share potentially life-saving information in real-time.
Aside from its innovative telecommunications technology, NG9-1-1 was designed to provide more efficient and effective emergency response while also increasing safety...
Jan 23, 2023
For years, emergency response organizations and the federal government have been working on updating the 9-1-1 system for the 21st century. Along with the NG911 system, Next-Generation 9-1-1 legislation has been implemented to ensure the continued pr...
For years, emergency response organizations and the federal government have been working on updating the 9-1-1 system for the 21st century. Along with the NG911 system, Next-Generation 9-1-1 legislation has been implemented to ensure the continued progress and modernization of our nation’s public safety. With each new federal Act and Bill, America moves closer to a more efficient and integrated emergency response system.
In this blog post from our trusted NG911 providers at NGA, we’ll discus...
Jan 16, 2023
Today, many public safety organizations are adopting cloud-based solutions to deliver more reliable 9-1-1 services and strengthen emergency response resiliency during unprecedented situations. By leveraging the power of the cloud with revolutionary s...
Today, many public safety organizations are adopting cloud-based solutions to deliver more reliable 9-1-1 services and strengthen emergency response resiliency during unprecedented situations. By leveraging the power of the cloud with revolutionary systems like NG9-1-1, public safety agencies can improve the speed and accuracy of emergency response across the nation.
But how does one go about harnessing this power? The answer is Amazon Web Services (AWS), a powerful cloud computing platform...
Jan 09, 2023
9-1-1 is a lifeline to those in need, so it's essential that all emergency response and 9-1-1 communication services are as reliable and efficient as possible. On December 22nd, 2022, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released a Notice...
9-1-1 is a lifeline to those in need, so it's essential that all emergency response and 9-1-1 communication services are as reliable and efficient as possible. On December 22nd, 2022, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to improve the accuracy of wireless 9-1-1 calls and texts for NG9-1-1 capable Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs).
The recently approved document lists proposals and requirements to help modernize 9-1-1 wireless se...
Dec 19, 2022
In a 9-1-1 disaster, emergency responders must have the most up-to-date technology to help them handle the situation. That's where NG9-1-1 comes in. NG9-1-1, or Next Generation 9-1-1, is a modern emergency telecommunications system created to support...
In a 9-1-1 disaster, emergency responders must have the most up-to-date technology to help them handle the situation. That's where NG9-1-1 comes in. NG9-1-1, or Next Generation 9-1-1, is a modern emergency telecommunications system created to support our fast-paced, digital society and adapt with the ever-evolving communication mediums.
With over 80 percent of 9-1-1 calls now coming from smartphones and other wireless devices, an updated emergency telecommunications system is more essent...
Dec 08, 2022
9-1-1 is one of the most important numbers in the country. It's the number that connects citizens with emergency responders when they need help. And, thanks to a government initiative, our nation's emergency response systems are getting a major upgra...
9-1-1 is one of the most important numbers in the country. It's the number that connects citizens with emergency responders when they need help. And, thanks to a government initiative, our nation's emergency response systems are getting a major upgrade.
More and more local and federal jurisdictions are switching to NG9-1-1 to improve communication during emergencies, natural disasters, and other incidents. With nearly 80% of 9-1-1 calls now coming from smartphones and smart devices, it's more...
Nov 14, 2022
NG9-1-1 is revolutionizing the public safety landscape as we know it. With emergency callers being more mobile now than ever before, dispatchers equipped with
outdated 911 systems are unable to meet the demands of today’s digital society.
As the...
NG9-1-1 is revolutionizing the public safety landscape as we know it. With emergency callers being more mobile now than ever before, dispatchers equipped with
outdated 911 systems are unable to meet the demands of today’s digital society.
As the first line of communication during an emergency, switching to updated infrastructures with Next Generation 911 technology is essential for dispatchers to provide quick and effective response services to every American community.
In this blog post,...
Nov 03, 2022
Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs) are the first emergency response line for millions of citizens across the United States. For PSAPs to provide efficient and effective 911 services, they must be equipped with the most reliable and modernized eme...
Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs) are the first emergency response line for millions of citizens across the United States. For PSAPs to provide efficient and effective 911 services, they must be equipped with the most reliable and modernized emergency response system, like NG9-1-1.
NG911 is the next generation in emergency response, and this infrastructure allows PSAPs to receive and process information from citizens as the incident occurs. NG911 also provides agencies with the roadmap...
Oct 30, 2022
When receiving or making a call, you may have seen “RTT” or “T” on your phone’s screen. RTT is an acronym that stands for “Real-Time Text,” and is an essential capability feature made possible with NG9-1-1.
When paired with the NG911 infrastructu...
When receiving or making a call, you may have seen “RTT” or “T” on your phone’s screen. RTT is an acronym that stands for “Real-Time Text,” and is an essential capability feature made possible with NG9-1-1.
When paired with the NG911 infrastructure, RTT for 911 allows PSAPs (Public Safety Answering Points) to communicate more effectively with citizens in need. Real-Time text is often used by smartphone users who are hard of hearing, deaf, or have speech limitations and can be vital for these...