Track: Network Services and Coverage

  • The Cellular Space Race: What does it mean for Public Safety?

    The space race may have ended in 1975, but it is just starting in the cellular world in the form of a new and promising technology — satellite-to-device services. Come join us to discuss what this could mean for public safety, what is happening in this space, what the various players are saying, and where […]


  • Understanding Cellular and LMR Networks: A Primer for FirstNet Literacy

    Join us for an overview of cellular and Land Mobile Radio (LMR) networks, focusing on fundamental concepts, radio signals, and signal strength, within the context of FirstNet. Participants will gain an understanding of the functionality of cellular networks and how they compare with LMR systems. They will also explore similarities and differences between the technologies, […]


  • Network Status: What Do You Want to Know and When Do You Want to Know It?

    Detailed insights on wireless broadband network status enables public safety teams to make informed operational decisions. Did you know FirstNet subscribers can sign up for notifications regarding FirstNet status to inform activation of alternate communication plans? This session will dive into the deployment of outage notifications. We will also discuss what information public safety users […]


  • HERstory: The women architecting global public safety communications

    5x5 brings together female leaders from around the world to share their stories from the front lines of public safety communication advancements. The panelists will share challenges, successes, and learnings from pursuing their respective nation’s visions for first responder networks. Learn the value that comes from expanding the diversity of thoughts, backgrounds, and perspectives in […]


  • Public Safety's Mission Requirements for Deployable FirstNet Coverage

    Members of the FirstNet Authority’s team will host a facilitated discussion into public safety's mission requirements for deployable FirstNet coverage. We hope to solicit answers to the following questions: What are some examples of public safety's mission requirements for on-demand FirstNet coverage where macro coverage does not exist? Based on your experience and previous incidents/events, […]