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.

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

With over twenty-five years of experience supporting the defense and communications markets, Cyrus Wilson, a U.S. Army veteran, was appointed the new VP of Defense Sales for goTenna this past June. In this new position, he will lead and manage goTenna’s Department of Defense (DoD) business strategy and execution. He

In the realm of maritime safety and security, effective communication is paramount. For the United States Coast Guard (USCG), ensuring seamless connectivity is not just a priority but a necessity. Communication is needed when operating off-shore in bordering countries, during ship inspections, and when collaborating with other agencies during a

Every second counts when a warfighter is injured on the battlefield. Shortening the time from the point of injury (POI) to the point of treatment (POT) can increase survivability for the warfighter, but how can military decision-makers immediately know a soldier is injured and deploy medical intervention in a more

Recently, goTenna introduced its new EdgeRelay device. This specialized infrastructure support node provides continuous coverage for two separate goTenna mesh networks. It is designed for durability in harsh environments and offers solar power and other external charging capabilities to prolong mission endurance. This enables the extension of the goTenna mobile

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,

Earlier this week, it was announced that Mattermost, a leader in secure collaboration for mission-critical work in complex environments, has completed its $1.25 million Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase II contract. This contract delivers mission-critical ChatOps capabilities for the Air Force Research Laboratory’s (AFRL) Tactical Assault Kit (TAK) and