As soon as COVID-19 vaccines became available, public and private medical organizations nationwide began contacting the CNS team at MCA to help further their agencies’ efforts to fight the coronavirus. One of the biggest challenges they faced was networking dozens of mobile and pop-up vaccination facilities across their jurisdictions…. Read more…
When work-from-home orders went into effect in 2020, companies faced the problem of how to make sure their network administrators would be able to make the necessary updates and changes from their new home offices. Many companies had set up their network systems under the assumption that their company personnel would be on-site… Read more…
Popular restaurants and dining establishments have been looking for ways to expand their reach. With many states still imposing indoor restrictions, and with no anticipated end date in sight, restaurateurs are pushing the boundaries of their operations. While many turn to enlarging outdoor areas, the more creative and daring are taking their shows on the road. Read more…
County health departments across North Carolina are working out the best ways to test and vaccinate as many residents as possible, as quickly as possible, to slow, and stop, the spread of COVID-19 across the state. Many have reached out to the team at USAT to help put parts of their newest plans into action. As an essential communications service provider, USAT was ready. Read more…
The COVID-19 pandemic created massive challenges within the public transportation sector, including Regional Transit Authorities and the communities they serve. Now that ridership is temporarily limited to essential travel only, RTA’s are discussing how they can support their communities during this challenging time. Read more…
It’s disturbing to think that still today five million households with school aged children are not connected to the Internet — a resource that can be critical for families and student success. Read more…
With this solution, students can gain secure access to the distance learning materials they need, and districts can manage approved internet traffic and more. Read more…
While some homes have broadband internet, increases to the home workforce have significantly slowed data rates. Thomas’s school district recently obtained laptops for students who didn’t have one, but now he needs to get those laptops online. Read more…
The Governor’s Emergency Education Relief Fund is supported by the $30.75 billion CARES Act Education Stabilization Fund. Allocations are determined by each state’s student-aged population and poverty levels. With this cash infusion, schools can fund School Bus Hot Spots and other home-based learning initiatives. Read more…
The Leon County School district is launching a fantastic initiative to advance home learning programs. On April 30th, 2020, Leon Country Schools unveiled their new SmartBus Initiative. As of today, a total of 15 school buses are being deployed to multiple locations to provide students access to free WiFi district-wide. Read More…
