Law Enforcement
Whitepaper | Integrating goTenna into USCG Deployable Specialized Forces Operations
The Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Coast Guard has a critical mission to safeguard the waters under U.S. jurisdiction, facing diverse threats, including criminal, terrorist, and hostile nation-state activities. Deployable Specialized Forces (DSFs) within the USCG are tasked with leading various mission areas, requiring secure communications and real-time awareness, especially in
Mobile mesh technology aids New Jersey State Police raid of dog fighting ring
Effective communication and coordination can be the difference between success and failure in law enforcement missions, particularly in tactical operations such as fugitive apprehensions or busting criminal rings. In recent years, the integration of mobile mesh networking technology has revolutionized the ability of law enforcement agencies to maintain full situational
Hot Take: goTenna EdgeRelay vs. goTenna Pro X2 in “Relay Mode”
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,
Tech Spotlight Series: PAR Government on the need for resilient situational awareness tools at the edge
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
How DMI and goTenna are enabling quicker decision-making for border agents
Federal law enforcement organizations – such as U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), the U.S. Marshals Service, the U.S. Coastguard, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) – often have to conduct operations in remote, austere environments. With mobile technologies and applications
Whitepaper | Integrating goTenna into Law Enforcement Tactical Team Operations
Effective communication and heightened situational awareness are paramount concerns for law enforcement tactical teams, especially in disaster scenarios. LE tactical teams frequently operate in environments devoid of traditional communication avenues such as cellular, Wi-Fi, or satellite connectivity. This absence poses significant challenges to officer safety, situational awareness, and the timely
1-pager | TAK Plugin Integration
Harnessing the power of the Team Awareness Kit for Android (ATAK) is now more accessible than ever, serving over 40,000 Department of Defense (DoD) users and 32,000 nonfederal users. Offering cutting-edge situational awareness and field operation management tools, ATAK caters to both large-scale agencies and smaller entities alike. Yet, how
Connecting national park rangers in the world’s most austere locations
With temperatures regularly reaching 122 Fahrenheit, deadly animals roaming the terrain, and the constant threat from armed poachers, the park rangers in southern Africa’s national parks confront hazardous and challenging conditions. They face these dangers to protect something priceless – some of the world’s most endangered and vulnerable species. African
Unlocking drone potential: How mobile mesh networking enhances tactical operations for public safety and military operators
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
4 Takeaways from an interoperability TAK demonstration presented at the TAK 2023 Conference
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