It’s day two in Bellevue! Get ready for another day of collaboration, innovation, and motivation.

Drones play a crucial role in addressing various challenges faced by public safety agencies. Listen in on a discussion of how UAS technology helps bridge resource gaps, foster collaborations, improve communication, and introduce innovative approaches. Explore the potential benefits in areas such as cost savings, tactical response, program management, data analysis, and enhanced situational awareness.

Journey the world of Mission Critical Services through the history of Nemergent and NIST PSCR. See their collaborations from an architectural perspective, highlighting the outcomes of each project in the development of a standard-based Mission Critical System that supports public protection and disaster relief activities. Participants will learn and see the enhancements and development of […]

Western Fire Chiefs Association and JANUS Research Group (JANUS) have worked with departments, such as Boise Fire, across multiple PSCR challenges and grants to understand various challenges public safety faces and offer potential solutions. This talk will offer a retrospective on the technologies (Cloud, VR, AR, AI, GIS) applied to solve those specific problems and […]

Learn about the latest enhancements to one FirstNet’s key tools, FirstNet Central. This tool is the gateway to all online services connected to FirstNet. FirstNet Authority and AT&T staff will provide a comprehensive overview of FirstNet Central’s latest capabilities, including the Network Status Map, different types of outage notifications, and the Uplift Request Tool. Take […]

This session provides an overview of the FirstNet Authority’s innovation trials program. We are seeking attendee feedback on what technologies they would like to see future trials centered around. Join us as we discuss the operational gaps departments and agencies face today and how innovation could benefit them in the future.

Come see the innovative digital twin testbed developed by Texas A&M University, in collaboration with TEEX, and funded through the NIST Public Safety Innovation Accelerator Program 2022. The testbed is modeled after Disaster City®, a renowned 52-acre training facility, to create immersive, photorealistic simulations for first responders and emergency managers. This platform not only enhances […]

The Department of Defense (DoD) has integrated FirstNet services and capabilities into its operational and mission essential roles. This session will provide insights into how DoD, federal, and national security partners use FirstNet to support public safety, interoperability, and mutual aid.

Join us for an insightful discussion exploring the journey of Peak Response, a cutting-edge mobile application developed through the Tech-2-Protect Program. Peak Response provides speech-to-text capabilities to enable efficient on-scene real-time information collection for EMS. The application features key integrations with CAD and EPCR systems, allowing it to be an integral part of agencies’ day-to-day […]

Ready to dive into 3D mapping, research into spatial intelligence from mapping data, and the international standard for testing of localization systems? At this session you will hear brief summaries and updates on several different areas of research being conducted at NIST PSCR within the Location-Based Services (LBS) Portfolio. Don’t miss the opportunity to engage […]

Join representatives of the Green Bay Metro Fire Department as they share how they saved $30K per year using FirstNet connectivity for fire apparatus and tablets. Department staff will share the specific steps taken to subscribe devices to FirstNet Control Center and how devices are managed through this solution.  

In this session, public safety professionals will explore the unique challenges and opportunities of implementing public safety broadband communications solutions in Indian Country. As technology evolves, tribal communities face distinct hurdles when integrating modern communication systems into their public safety frameworks. Join our panel of distinguished Tribal police chiefs, public safety directors, and technology professionals […]

Last year, GeoCam explored how better pre-plan data and simplified mapping workflows can elevate fire service training and response. They also shared a progress update on using camera-based reality capture and artificial intelligence (AI) to automate floor plan creation, asset mapping, and pre-plan generation — reducing complexity and cost. This year, GeoCam will showcase a […]

Device-to-Device (D2D) communication plays a crucial role in public safety by ensuring connectivity among first responders, even in areas without network coverage. This session will explore the evolution of 3GPP standardization in supporting D2D communications, covering advancements from sidelink to single-hop and multi-hop relay technologies. Additionally, this session will present performance evaluations of multi-hop relay […]

Participate in a deep dive discussion to inform the Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) portfolio roadmap. A conversation on early NIST PSCR research results, technical outcomes, and current industry trends will prompt attendees to present new use cases and gap areas for future research. Come see why you should join PSCR's UAS working group!

The FirstNet Authority has significant investments in coverage enhancements planned over the next 10 years. Join to learn how the FirstNet Authority is engaging with public safety stakeholders across the nation to solicit coverage feedback. The FirstNet Authority team will discuss its workshop approach and identify lessons learned from sessions conducted to date, as well […]

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