IntroductionFirst responders' inability to communicate during recent high-profile disasters are driving US public safety agencies to refocus on developing interoperability.
This Datamonitor report evaluates the market issues surrounding communications interoperability and offers vendors advice to position their solutions to meet the interoperability challenge for public safety communications.Scope*Based on a panel of North American state and local public safety agencies*Includes analysis of Department of Homeland Security initiatives related to interoperabilityHighlightsThere are a number of issues driving public safety agencies to enhance the interoperability of their communications systems including the need to respond more effectively during emergencies, coordinate planned events and integrate constituent service.While these concerns are compelling, agencies struggle to plan for and implement interoperability due to a lack of funding, organizational challenges and technology confusion.Because interoperability is a nascent market, vendors targeting this segment have an opportunity to position their solution in the minds of public safety officials and grow with demand.Reasons to Purchase*Understand the market forces driving and inhibiting adoption of interoperability by public safety agencies*Validate your market messaging and positioning in the public safety market*Tailor your state and local solutions strategy to address specific pain points facing agencies