Staying Connected When It Matters Most: External Trends Shaping Emergency and Field Communications

Description:
In an era of increasing natural disasters, cyber threats, and geopolitical tensions, traditional telecommunications can no longer be relied upon as a single point of failure. CISA’s new CI Fortify initiative makes it clear: critical infrastructure and emergency organizations must now plan for extended periods of degraded or unavailable communications.

This session will examine the key external trends and emerging technologies that are reshaping how organizations maintain critical communications during outages and disasters. We’ll cover:

CISA’s CI Fortify guidance and what it means for contingency planning
The rapid growth of LEO satellite networks (Starlink and Amazon Leo)
Connected safety wearables with hybrid cellular + satellite capabilities
Off-grid mesh networking solutions
Direct-to-device satellite messaging and hybrid platforms
Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of the current technology landscape and practical strategies for building more resilient communications capabilities for field teams, command operations, and critical infrastructure.

For more information about the event and to register for a free spot, go to the chapter website: 
www.acp-international.com/greater-houston