Military

3 ways to help drive innovation across the government and military
The allure of selling solutions to the federal government and military is strong for entrepreneurial technology startups and innovative growth companies. Not only does the U.S. government have a significant budget set aside for innovative projects, but it also allows companies to contribute to a larger mission and purpose. These

Building the EdgeRelay – goTenna and Bunker on what’s needed to ensure resilient, off-grid comms
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

4 key SOF military challenges
May 6, 2024, marks the official beginning of SOF Week, an annual event for the international Special Operations Forces (SOF) community. This conference and expo brings together global SOF leaders for networking, sharing of best practices, and professional development sessions. It’s also an opportunity for SOF leaders to meet with

How to set up an emergency response communication network to ensure crisis connectivity
All field operators— military personnel or emergency response workers—need numerous things to accomplish their mission. They require physical access to supplies, the ability to monitor their teammates, and the establishment of a main supply route (MSR). These operators also rely on communication to stay informed during dynamic situations, ask for

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

Demonstrating communications for Domestic Operations (DOMOPS) at Patriot 24
Every year, the Air National Guard holds its Patriot Exercise event. This training exercise brings together personnel from the Air National Guard, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and multiple local, state, and federal partners for a series of simulated scenarios designed to test their ability

Is mobile mesh networking the solution for embassy security?
The United States operates more than 250 embassies and consulates across the globe. Stationed within these embassies and consulates are State Department employees and United States diplomatic personnel responsible for assisting American citizens abroad and playing an essential role in international relations and U.S. foreign affairs. U.S. ambassadors and diplomats

Experts at Aviation Week conference reveal three ways to improve the defense startup ecosystem
Earlier this month, Aviation Week Network hosted the annual A&D Programs Conference in Washington, D.C.. Attended by C-suite industry executives and government leaders, this event provides business intelligence and networking opportunities for industry and defense attendees, and this year’s event focused on the theme of “Building a Resilient Industrial Base.”

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