FIPS 140-2 Technical Brief

FIPS 140-2 Technical Brief

Jesse HallDigi International, MCA News

FIPS, which stands for Federal Information Processing Standard, is a security standard for software, hardware, and firmware co-sponsored by the U.S. and Canadian governments. Products intended for U.S. and Canadian federal agencies must undergo FIPS 140-2 validation if they handle Sensitive But Unclassified (SBU) information or protected data… Read More…

Wireless Communications for Disaster Relief Agencies

Wireless Communications for Disaster Relief Agencies

Jesse HallCradlepoint, MCA News

Disaster relief agencies operate at the front lines of crisis response, deploying to regions struck by natural disasters, conflicts, and other emergencies. Their mission is multifaceted: to provide immediate relief, support recovery efforts, and mitigate the impact of future disasters. The scope of their work encompasses a broad range of activities from… Read More…

5G Law Enforcement Applications

Mobile 5G Law Enforcement Applications

Jesse HallMCA News, Mobile Mark, Sierra Wireless

Marta is the Chief Technology Officer for a large metropolitan police department. Her primary focus is leveraging technology to ensure officer and citizen safety, while increasing department efficiency, information transparency, and security. With 5G networks coming online across the city, she wants a solution that… Read more…

In-Vehicle Routing Systems Enhance Connectivity for Two-Way Radios

In-Vehicle Routing Systems Enhance Connectivity for Two-Way Radios

Jesse HallMCA News, Sierra Wireless

Efficient communication and streamlined operations – especially for industries that rely heavily on mobile fleets and field personnel – are non-negotiable in today’s always-connected work environment. Integrating in-vehicle routing systems for two-way radios is an ideal solution for many organizations, offering seamless and reliable… Read More…

Remotely Monitoring Medical Refrigerators

Remotely Monitoring Medical Refrigerators

Jesse HallCradlepoint, MCA News, MultiTech

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…

Empowering Public Safety With Digi SAFE Connectivity Solutions

MCA CNS TeamDigi International, MCA News

Regarding public safety, advanced connectivity is more than a convenience – it’s a necessity. As our world becomes more interconnected and – unfortunately, more dangerous – police vehicles and emergency response teams require resilient, always-on connectivity to ensure the safety of officers in the field and the communities they serve… Read More…

Sierra Wireless Powers Expansion of Two-Way Radio Network

MCA CNS TeamMCA News, Sierra Wireless

Founded in 2010, the preeminent commercial IP-connected two-way radio network in Australia has solidified its status by working with some of the leading mobile communications experts in the country. Operating on the Motorola DMR (digital mobile radio) platform, the company has established a robust presence nationwide… Read More…

Multi-Networking Solutions Help Reduce Crime

MCA CNS TeamMCA News, Sierra Wireless

In the face of a tight government budget, one department found itself constrained in providing officers with essential tools beyond their handheld Land Mobile Radios (LMRs). This limitation hindered their ability to investigate crime scenes and identify suspects effectively. However, after an alarming surge in burglaries… Read More…

Cradlepoint Powers Flexible Connectivity for K-12 Schools

MCA CNS TeamCradlepoint, MCA News

The days of blackboards, three-hole punches, and freshly sharpened No. 2 pencils are long gone. In today’s K-12 educational landscape, students and teachers rely heavily on laptops, tablets, cloud applications, data-driven instruction, and uninterrupted Internet connectivity. As a result of significant… Read More…