Ryan Schradin
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Ryan Schradin

Ryan Schradin is the Executive Editor of The Last Mile. A communications expert and journalist with over a decade of experience, Ryan has edited and contributed to multiple popular online trade publications focused on unified communications and network infrastructure industries.

Law EnforcementMilitary

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

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Legionarius
Military

A serious battlefield injury, isolated from medical help and safety, becomes an urgent race against time—one that begins the moment the injury occurs, not when medical personnel arrive.  In those critical moments, several actions must be taken before medical aid can be provided. But what if there were a way

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Military

Each year, Tough Stump’s Rodeo event brings together some of the most innovative and exciting communications technology providers to demonstrate how their new solutions and capabilities could benefit warfighters in real-world tactical environments. The Tough Stump Rodeo is a unique and essential tool for military, law enforcement, first responders, and

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Law Enforcement

The U.S. Border Patrol is more than just a federal law enforcement entity protecting America from drug smugglers and human traffickers. The organization also has a humanitarian aid mission –  leading search and rescue operations along the border to find people in distress and get them the required help.  However,

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Edge Relay
Emergency ResponseMilitary

In a previous article, we discussed the recent release of goTenna’s exciting EdgeRelay solution and how this semi-permanent, ruggedized support node enables tactical operators to have mission-critical communications and situational awareness capabilities when and where the mission requires them. However, creating a system tough enough to handle the harsh conditions

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Law EnforcementMilitary

As part of the Hot Takes series, we’ll take a highly debated topic and explore the pros and cons of both sides. During each debate, you’ll hear from goTenna experts who offer hands-on experience working with customers and deploying goTenna Pro X2 devices in the field. Leave a comment below,

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Law EnforcementMilitary

Seamless communication and situational awareness are crucial for military, law enforcement, and emergency response operations. They enable decision-making, increase survivability, and improve operational efficiency. However, for communications and situational awareness tools to be effective in these scenarios, they need to be interoperable and enable disparate organizations—many of which often come

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Unlocking drone potential: How mobile mesh networking enhances tactical operations for public safety and military operators
Emergency ResponseLaw Enforcement

goTenna recently conducted another test of its goTenna Pro X2 mobile mesh networking solution in a rural and remote part of Arizona. Terrain features included arid desert, mountainous plateaus, and dense pine forests. In their demonstration, the goTenna team pushed the boundaries of mobile mesh networking connectivity by showcasing the

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Emergency ResponseLaw EnforcementMilitary

In August of this year, industry, defense, and public safety officials from the United States met at the annual Team Awareness Kit (TAK) offsite held in Raleigh, North Carolina. This incredibly technical and comprehensive event encompassed over 30 sessions, including keynote speakers, program briefings, panels, and technical tracks. These sessions

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DSEI Panel Explores Why Innovative Startups Struggle with Military Acquisitions
Military

Earlier this month, military decision-makers from the United States and Europe met in the U.K. for the biennial Defense and Security Equipment International (DSEI) event. This prominent and influential exhibition and conference brings the global military community together with leading technology solution providers to discuss modern military needs and emerging

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