In the chaos of austere and forward-deployed environments—remote and infrastructure-poor locations where military and law enforcement personnel must operate without traditional support—one of the greatest threats isn’t just the enemy, but the lack of reliable communication. Traditional networks are fragile, easily disrupted, and often nonexistent in these high-risk areas, leaving

Critical infrastructure and systems, such as power grids, water utilities, transportation networks, and communication systems, help keep our everyday life in motion. Unfortunately, because of their importance, they are often targeted by physical and cyberattacks by those looking to cause disruption, make a political statement, or sow chaos. Recent political

At the recent Global Special Operations Forces (GSOF) Modern Warfare Week, a groundbreaking demonstration showcased the future of battlefield operations. Organized by AgEagle, Draxxon, goTenna, Legionarius, and Zignal Labs, the live demonstration brought together a variety of advanced technologies that are redefining tactical operations in modern warfare. The demonstration revolved

By leveraging the capabilities of remotely monitored Internet of Things (IoT) sensor technologies, the US military can potentially empower tactical operators by allowing them to shift their focus from mundane, repetitive tasks. Instead of traveling to austere environments to check fuel gauges or some other metric that can be monitored

State and local government agencies are increasingly depending on mobile devices, including smartphones, for communication and data sharing during emergency and disaster response situations. However, for many of these organizations—such as law enforcement, emergency responders, and other first responders—the cellular networks they rely on can become unavailable when needed most.

Wildfire incidents are escalating in both frequency and intensity each year, wreaking havoc on ecosystems, displacing communities, and endangering countless lives. In fact, according to a study by Nature Ecology & Evolution, the number of extreme wildfires has more than doubled over the past two decades. The unpredictable behavior and

The Relay Health Manager App pairs with EdgeRelays and Pro X2s to remotely monitor the health of critical networks without a physical visit to the relay installation site. Compatible with goTenna EdgeRelays and Pro X2 radios in relay mode, this app is available on the Google Play Store and allows

Last month, goTenna and EVERYWHERE Communications announced a partnership that would integrate their solutions to enable assured access to situational awareness data from mobile mesh networks and the Iridium Satellite network to any location on Earth.  The combined EVERYWHERE and goTenna solution will leverage two best-in-class technologies to connect tactical

It’s universally accepted that communications are critical for the success of military, law enforcement, and emergency response missions. Voice, text, video, or data are needed to coordinate activities, request assistance, receive important information, and work collaboratively toward achieving the mission. As discussed previously on The Last Mile, communications aren’t always

Training is a part of life for many individuals who perform the nation’s most essential national security and defense jobs. Whether they’re called drills, exercises, or any other name, training events are critical for ensuring everyone knows what to do and how to respond when emergencies arise. In some other