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The Narrowbanding Deadline is Coming
Now is the time to focus on the steps your agency needs to take to comply with the Narrowbanding mandate effective January 1, 2013. A timely completion of your transition to a Narrowband mode of operation is important to improve the quality of public safety radio service, ensure interoperability, and free up additional spectrum capacity.
There are many departments out there who believed that this mandate would not affect them directly. However, once they started to look further into the requirements and talked to radio specialists, they soon learned there was a lot of work necessary to make their systems compliant. Others thought it would be as simple as upgrading their equipment only to find out their equipment did not have the capability of being upgraded, and instead, had to purchase new equipment.
The question many agencies are facing is…where do I begin? GeoComm’s Consulting Services team can help you understand exactly how this mandate will affect your agency. GeoComm offers a Narrowbanding audit which will identify the affect the mandate will have on your equipment and operations. We will review your systems and equipment and identify steps you need to take to become compliant. This audit will propose high level options for improving your system and budgetary cost for each option. In addition, it will identify the advantages and disadvantages associated with each of the options.
When preparing for the Narrowbanding mandate, planning is essential. This mandate requires a thoughtful analysis of several operational, logistical, and financal considerations. Do not risk being left behind and facing FCC fines; confront this challenge and migrate to the Narrowband mode of operations. Waiting until the last minute will not work and the FCC is not going to extend the deadline, so consult and collaborate with industry experts who can help make complying with the mandate an easy transition.
“Lincoln County selected GeoComm to complete an in-depth analysis of our existing radio systems. We requested they provide us with options and recommendations on how we could comply with the upcoming Narrowbanding mandate. After thoroughly reviewing our system and visiting with our responders, GeoComm’s staff provided us with a detailed report evaluating our current system as well as options and recommendations on how we can migrate our system to a Narrowband mode of operation.” Sheriff Wade Magers, Lincoln County, Washington
Below is a video of the FCC's Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau Narrowbanding workshop conducted in Washington, DC on January 26, 2011. The purpose of the workshop was to assist licensees in completing the transition to narrowband radio communications by January 1, 2013.
Now is the time to focus on the steps your agency needs to take to comply with the Narrowbanding mandate effective January 1, 2013. A timely completion of your transition to a Narrowband mode of operation is important to improve the quality of public safety radio service, ensure interoperability, and free up additional spectrum capacity.
There are many departments out there who believed that this mandate would not affect them directly. However, once they started to look further into the requirements and talked to radio specialists, they soon learned there was a lot of work necessary to make their systems compliant. Others thought it would be as simple as upgrading their equipment only to find out their equipment did not have the capability of being upgraded, and instead, had to purchase new equipment.
The question many agencies are facing is…where do I begin? GeoComm’s Consulting Services team can help you understand exactly how this mandate will affect your agency. GeoComm offers a Narrowbanding audit which will identify the affect the mandate will have on your equipment and operations. We will review your systems and equipment and identify steps you need to take to become compliant. This audit will propose high level options for improving your system and budgetary cost for each option. In addition, it will identify the advantages and disadvantages associated with each of the options.
When preparing for the Narrowbanding mandate, planning is essential. This mandate requires a thoughtful analysis of several operational, logistical, and financal considerations. Do not risk being left behind and facing FCC fines; confront this challenge and migrate to the Narrowband mode of operations. Waiting until the last minute will not work and the FCC is not going to extend the deadline, so consult and collaborate with industry experts who can help make complying with the mandate an easy transition.
“Lincoln County selected GeoComm to complete an in-depth analysis of our existing radio systems. We requested they provide us with options and recommendations on how we could comply with the upcoming Narrowbanding mandate. After thoroughly reviewing our system and visiting with our responders, GeoComm’s staff provided us with a detailed report evaluating our current system as well as options and recommendations on how we can migrate our system to a Narrowband mode of operation.” Sheriff Wade Magers, Lincoln County, Washington
Below is a video of the FCC's Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau Narrowbanding workshop conducted in Washington, DC on January 26, 2011. The purpose of the workshop was to assist licensees in completing the transition to narrowband radio communications by January 1, 2013.
The Importance of Accurate GIS Data
Do you review your GIS data regularly to ensure all changes made by your staff or a CAD vendor are accurate?
Are you taking all the steps necessary to ensure complete accuracy of your 9-1-1 and GIS databases?
The heart of your 9-1-1 system is the 9-1-1 data and GIS data used for locating and responding to those in emergent need. Because the accuracy of GIS data is so important, having the proper processes in place to analyze the different GIS layers, integrate them properly into a CAD system, edit existing data, review new data, and manage the GIS synchronization of the layers is essential.
GeoComm can help you evaluate all of your GIS data layers using a detailed process to ensure consistency, accuracy, and synchronization within all the layers. We can help create a plan to manage new incoming data and maintain existing data, including managing the GIS data for you or providing you with the automated tools in GeoLynx DMS that are proved to increase efficiency for public safety GIS data maintenance.
Available GIS Services include:
• GPS Field Collection and Verification
• GIS Map Data Development and Enhancements
• MSAG and ALI Database Development
• Data Analysis
• Maintenance Services
“The training that I received is going to allow me to work more effectively and efficiently in up-to-date GIS programs. I will be able to cut down on the amount of time it takes now to perform my job duties. Thanks so much for everything GeoComm has done for our County. The professionalism has been Outstanding and the staff is Amazing. I have enjoyed each interaction that I have had. Thanks so much!”
– Cassie Hall, Mapping Department Dickenson County E9-1-1
“Our project had a very aggressive timeline for implementation, and GeoComm went above and beyond to help us meet our goal. Working with GeoComm effectively streamlined our mapping data to be utilized for multiple geo-based applications. Their staff is very knowledgeable, friendly, and a pleasure to work with. We always felt as though we were their number one priority.”
– Tiki Carlson - 9-1-1 Coordinator, McHenry County, IL
Do you review your GIS data regularly to ensure all changes made by your staff or a CAD vendor are accurate?
Are you taking all the steps necessary to ensure complete accuracy of your 9-1-1 and GIS databases?
The heart of your 9-1-1 system is the 9-1-1 data and GIS data used for locating and responding to those in emergent need. Because the accuracy of GIS data is so important, having the proper processes in place to analyze the different GIS layers, integrate them properly into a CAD system, edit existing data, review new data, and manage the GIS synchronization of the layers is essential.
GeoComm can help you evaluate all of your GIS data layers using a detailed process to ensure consistency, accuracy, and synchronization within all the layers. We can help create a plan to manage new incoming data and maintain existing data, including managing the GIS data for you or providing you with the automated tools in GeoLynx DMS that are proved to increase efficiency for public safety GIS data maintenance.
Available GIS Services include:
• GPS Field Collection and Verification
• GIS Map Data Development and Enhancements
• MSAG and ALI Database Development
• Data Analysis
• Maintenance Services
“The training that I received is going to allow me to work more effectively and efficiently in up-to-date GIS programs. I will be able to cut down on the amount of time it takes now to perform my job duties. Thanks so much for everything GeoComm has done for our County. The professionalism has been Outstanding and the staff is Amazing. I have enjoyed each interaction that I have had. Thanks so much!”
– Cassie Hall, Mapping Department Dickenson County E9-1-1
“Our project had a very aggressive timeline for implementation, and GeoComm went above and beyond to help us meet our goal. Working with GeoComm effectively streamlined our mapping data to be utilized for multiple geo-based applications. Their staff is very knowledgeable, friendly, and a pleasure to work with. We always felt as though we were their number one priority.”
– Tiki Carlson - 9-1-1 Coordinator, McHenry County, IL
Missouri NENA
Osage Beach, MO
3/13 - 3/16
Iowa APCO
Des Moines, IA
3/21 - 3/23
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Washington D.C.
3/28 - 3/31
Minnesota 9-1-1
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Finding the tools to help you
strategically and intelligently depict
crime patterns is not always easy.
GeoLynx CrimeAnalyst, a GIS Crime
Intelligence extension for ESRI
ArcGIS, is an easy-to-understand
product that can help reduce the
frustrations experienced due to data
overload. It provides a simple way to
analyze crime incidents in relation to
time and location.
A 30 day free trial is available for
ArcGIS Version 9.3 (ArcView or
higher) and for ArcGIS Version 10.0.
http://www.geo-comm.com/crimemapp ing.html
In addition, if you are interested in learning more about how GeoLynx CrimeAnalyst can help you effectively analyze, forecast, and intervene in a crime series, sign up for an upcoming online product demonstration. These one hour demonstrations will overview many of the product's capabilities and features, showing you how this product can help you analyze crime in your jurisdiction.
GeoComm Learning Network
The GeoComm Learning Network is a way for GeoComm customers to exchange information, thoughts, and solutions. These interactive sessions feature live GeoComm instructors able to help provide useful online training that can improve efficiencies and offer troubleshooting advice. Arranged at times to fit your schedule and tailored to meet your level of GeoLynx user experience, these sessions offer a convenient, yet affordable way to learn more about GeoLynx Family of Products.
Customer Testimonial
"GeoComm's GeoLynx DMS data validation tools improve our ability to uncover potential conflicts between MSAG, CAD, 9-1-1 Database, and map layers before the data is put to use on the dispatch floor. The DMS tools not only help with mapping validation, but provide us automated tools to validate other data repositories that previously were manually intensive."
Jim Junkins - Director -
Harrisonburg-Rockingham, Virginia Emergency Communications Center
_______________________________
GeoComm served Wright County well in the planning and deployment of its 800 MHz Radio system. The project was under budget and hit the mark functionally. A major factor in the success of the project, I believe, was GeoComm's role in promoting the communications among the many desperate project participants such as the County Board, fire fighters, law enforcement, public works, technical personnel, and regional partners.
Bill Swing - IT Director - Wright County Minnesota
http://www.geo-comm.com/crimemapp ing.html
In addition, if you are interested in learning more about how GeoLynx CrimeAnalyst can help you effectively analyze, forecast, and intervene in a crime series, sign up for an upcoming online product demonstration. These one hour demonstrations will overview many of the product's capabilities and features, showing you how this product can help you analyze crime in your jurisdiction.
GeoComm Learning Network
The GeoComm Learning Network is a way for GeoComm customers to exchange information, thoughts, and solutions. These interactive sessions feature live GeoComm instructors able to help provide useful online training that can improve efficiencies and offer troubleshooting advice. Arranged at times to fit your schedule and tailored to meet your level of GeoLynx user experience, these sessions offer a convenient, yet affordable way to learn more about GeoLynx Family of Products.
Customer Testimonial
"GeoComm's GeoLynx DMS data validation tools improve our ability to uncover potential conflicts between MSAG, CAD, 9-1-1 Database, and map layers before the data is put to use on the dispatch floor. The DMS tools not only help with mapping validation, but provide us automated tools to validate other data repositories that previously were manually intensive."
Jim Junkins - Director -
Harrisonburg-Rockingham, Virginia Emergency Communications Center
_______________________________
GeoComm served Wright County well in the planning and deployment of its 800 MHz Radio system. The project was under budget and hit the mark functionally. A major factor in the success of the project, I believe, was GeoComm's role in promoting the communications among the many desperate project participants such as the County Board, fire fighters, law enforcement, public works, technical personnel, and regional partners.
Bill Swing - IT Director - Wright County Minnesota
3/28 - 3/30
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