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APCO Seeks Workgroup Members to Create a Standard for the Use of TTY/TDD or Similar Devices in the Comm Center
July 9, 2015The Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials (APCO) International filed a Project Initiation Notification to create Minimum Operational Standards for the Use of TTY/TDD or similar device in the public safety communications center.
Read full articleAPCO Seeks Workgroup Members to Revise a Standard for Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) Service Criteria Rating Scale
July 9, 2015The Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials (APCO) International filed a Project Initiation Notification to revise a standard for Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) Service Capability Criteria Rating Scale.
Read full articleAtHoc Introduces AtHoc Connect for Interoperable Crisis Communication
July 9, 2015AtHoc, Inc., today announced the launch and immediate availability of AtHoc Connect, designed to facilitate communication and collaboration within and across organizations during a crisis.
Read full articleHenderson, Ind. OKs $4 Million 9-1-1 upgrade
July 8, 2015The court approved first reading of an ordinance paving way for issuance of $4 million of bonds for the outdated 9-1-1 system.
Read full articleFairfax County, Virginia Department of Public Safety Communications, Receives APCO Agency Training Program Certification (P33)
July 8, 2015Fairfax County, Virginia Department of Public Safety Communications, has met the minimum training standards for the Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials (APCO) International Agency Training Program Certification (P33) and has been awarded certification as of July 2, 2015.
Read full articleTelecommunicator Spotlight: Paula Kershner
July 6, 2015For the last 26 years, Paula Kershner has worked for the Arlington County (Va.) Office of Emergency Management, and for the last 13 years she has served as a Shift Supervisor. Prior to being promoted to the supervisory level, she was involved in calltaking, dispatching and training. Serving as a dispatcher was one of her favorite roles.
Read full articleTCS to Provide Cybersecurity Training, Hosted by APCO International
July 1, 2015The cyber intelligence experts of TeleCommunication Systems (TCS) will present public safety focused cybersecurity training, hosted by and in conjunction with APCO’s Annual Conference & Expo taking place in August in Washington, D.C
Read full article9-1-1 Radio Transmissions Loud and Clear in Lancaster, Pa.
June 30, 2015Weaver’s agency phased in a $26.4-million digital system operating with 25 towers.
Read full articleAirbus DS Communications Launches Text-to-9-1-1 Solution, Other Upgrades to VESTA 9-1-1 Suite
June 29, 2015The release includes the launch of the VESTA SMS solution, the company’s text-to-9-1-1 platform, an entirely new VESTA Map solution, and significant upgrades to the VESTA Analytics solution. Each delivers leading edge technology to strengthen and advance public safety communications for communities of all sizes.
Read full articleCAC Contribution: Fiscal Discipline & Accountability
June 26, 2015In today’s environment, where budgets are tight and funding requests are unending, having a solid track record of managing and maintaining your communications assets will give you an advantage in the battle for those elusive dollars. Most effective leaders and managers tend to show favor toward those who act responsibly, demonstrate discipline and have a history of being efficient managers of limited resources.
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