How to Deploy a Successful NG911 System
As we have said before, wireless devices, at their core, are public safety tools. With more than 396,000 wireless 911 calls made daily, Next Generation 911 (NG911) systems must be able to provide dispatchers with the critical information needed so emergency responders can address situations quickly and efficiently. NG911 technologies have the power to transform the way wireless consumers, including those with disabilities, contact emergency services. CTIA and our members remain committed to providing NG911 services and ensuring all consumers have access to innovative mobile technologies as their lifeline. As the NG911 system is deployed, it’s critical that additional regulation isn’t imposed on carriers.
In our reply comments to the FCC
on their NPRM on the short- and long-term deployment of text-to-911 and other NG911 applications, we recommended that the Commission:
- Rely on voluntary, industry-led collaborative efforts in the development and deployment of NG911 or interim solutions;
- Recognize that the Commission has no legal authority to require interim or NG911 solutions, such as SMS-to-911;
- Not consider SMS as an interim solution for text-based communications to 911;
- Focus Commission resources on the long-term development of an NG911 system; and
- Acknowledge that prioritizing wireless 911 calls does not serve the public interest at this time.
The FCC has reached a crossroads in the development of NG911. Carriers have invested substantial personnel and financial resources toward developing NG911 technologies to ensure all users have access to emergency services. Mandating an interim text-to-911 solution would not only be costly and difficult, but also risks forcing a technical solution that does not consider the needs and concerns of the wireless industry and public safety.
As the proceeding’s record proves, there is widespread consensus on a number of NG911 issues. CTIA and its members are committed to fulfilling the promise of NG911 services for all citizens, including individuals with disabilities. We urge the Commission to rely on voluntary industry-led collaborative efforts with public safety and consumer stakeholders, which will best serve the public interest.
Sotera Wireless Provides In-Depth Patient Data
As part of our February blog theme highlighting how wireless technology is helping to improve heart health, today’s clip is from Medica 2011 with Sotera Wireless’ Gunnar Trommer. His company's patented device and process continuously monitors vital signs such as pulse rate, ECG and blood pressure so healthcare providers have 24-hour access to their patient’s health status, anytime and anywhere.
CTIA Statement on the Passage of the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act
Today I released this statement:
“For more than three years, CTIA and its members have been advocating for more spectrum so America’s wireless industry can remain the world’s leader in the deployment of advanced wireless services. Today’s bipartisan vote to pass the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act, which includes provisions to make a substantial swath of spectrum available for commercial use, represents an important step toward meeting the industry’s spectrum needs.
“We are grateful to Representatives Upton, Walden, Waxman and Eshoo and Senators Rockefeller and Hutchison for their leadership throughout this process. Their dedication and focus were paramount to securing the bipartisan and bicameral support necessary to enact spectrum reform. We also appreciate FCC Chairman Genachowski and the FCC commissioners for their contribution to this effort.
“Ultimately, today’s vote was a resounding victory for consumers and the American economy. Making spectrum available will make it possible for America’s wireless carriers to offer consumers better, faster, more ubiquitous wireless broadband service. The release of additional spectrum also will spur the investment and job creation that our economy needs.”
Congress is Close to Enacting Spectrum Legislation
Congress is close to enactment of spectrum legislation and while not every "t" is crossed or "i" dotted yet, no less than The Wall Street Journal sees fit to deem it a “boon for wireless.” I agree.
The bi-partisan bill will:
Authorize the FCC to conduct incentive auctions ...CTIA Statement on the Temporary Payroll Tax Cut Continuation Act of 2011
Today I issued this statement:
"Today’s action to make repurposed broadcast spectrum available for wireless broadband service is vital to ensuring America’s wireless industry remains the world’s leader in the deployment of 4G services.
“As the Administration, Members of Congress, the FCC and other policymakers have recognized, making additional spectrum available for ...
Working Together to Solve our Nation’s Growing Spectrum Challenges
This week could end up being a good week for American consumers and the U.S. economy. Specifically, it looks like House and Senate conferees may strike a deal on payroll tax legislation that includes landmark spectrum reform provisions – led by new authority to conduct voluntary incentive ...
CTIA Statement on Today’s FCC Open Meeting
Today I released this statement on the FCC's Open Meeting:
“With 80 percent of wireless-related complaints coming from third parties sending unwanted text messages and making unsolicited phone calls, consumers are the winners from the FCC’s re affirmation today. As CTIA had requested this January, any autodialed text message sent to ...
February’s Blog Theme
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