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Ambex delegates have opportunity to visit to Yorkshire Air Ambulance
AMBEX 2007 conference and exhibition will be held on Wednesday 27 June - Friday 29 June in Harrogate. In conjunction with the Yorkshire Air Ambulance’s (YAA) session in the Conference programme on Thursday 28th June, delegates will have the unique opportunity to take a visit to their Headquarters in Yorkshire and view their work first hand.
Measure Quality of Service with TETRA AirAnalyzer from Willtek
Willtek Communications has introduced an analyser for the TETRA air interface. Based on its radio frequency measurement and protocol analysis capabilities, network operators and user groups can monitor the quality of service of the TETRA network, evaluate the inter-operability between the network and a new TETRA radio, and identify handover problems and dead spots; this is particularly important for public safety and security organisations where lives may depend on proper communication tools. The instrument is immediately available and will be demonstrated at the TETRA World Congress in June.
Overhaul of border security takes a step forward
The Home Secretary's drive to strengthen Britain's border controls took another step forward this month (May)with the opening of IRIS at Gatwick South.
Creating neighbourhood profiles at Hampshire Constabulary
MapInfo has confirmed the completion of its newly awarded contract with Hampshire Constabulary to create neighbourhood profiles for the 144 neighbourhoods in the Hampshire area.
Focus on people is key to successful performance management
The Shared Learning Group (a partnership between 10 local authorities and Microsoft) and the National Computing Centre (NCC) recently met to discuss the potential and maturity of performance management practices within local government.
Aeroflex 5800 Series now offers digital functional test capabilities for mixed-signal testing and in-system device programming
Aeroflex will now offer its 5800 Series ATE system with digital functional testing capabilities. Ideal for engineers performing mixed-signal testing, device programming, functional test, in-system programming, or simple protocol communications, the 5800 Series was designed with an open architecture and highly configurable structure that allows it to easily adapt to evolving Printed Circuit Board (PCB) industry standards, providing a versatile solution that can be easily upgraded to satisfy future requirements as they emerge.
Aeroflex 4550 Flying Probe test system offers new features to increase accessibility and minimise damage to the unit under test
Striving for ongoing product improvement, Aeroflex has added soft landing and partial accessibility software options to its 4550 Flying Probe test system. The Aeroflex 4550 is a powerful and flexible Printed Circuit Board (PCB) test solution designed to meet the test needs of today and, with the continued addition of new features and capabilities, it will meet tomorrow’s test needs as well.
Protecting the public, securing our future - a new Home Office for the 21st Century
A new Home Office equipped to meet the challenges of the twenty-first century starts work this month, refocused on meeting the most significant security issues facing the UK - crime, immigration and protection against terrorism.
New satellite in service for Military communications
The British military's latest high-tech communication satellite has been commissioned into service following its successful launch in South America last month.
Chris Moore to head Team Simoco’s sales team to develop global sales strategy
Team Simoco has appointed Chris Moore as sales director.
Minister opens new home for DNA database unit
A new operational base for the National DNA Database (NDNAD) custodian unit was officially opened earlier this month by Joan Ryan MP, Under Secretary of State for nationality, citizenship and immigration. The move will provide more transparency and better quality control by the National Database unit, based on the premises in Birmingham.
Change in Management of R&S; BICK Mobilfunk GmbH
Earlier this month, Heinz Bick, founder and longstanding President of R&S; BICK Mobilfunk GmbH, handed over the reins to Dr Georg Haubs. As he had planned long ago, Bick retired from day-to-day operations at the age of 55 years. In future, he will advise the company strategic business orientation as a member of the administrative board.
Unisys leads strategic IT Transformation for Wandsworth Council
Major IT overhaul of existing network infrastructure intended to optimise IT investment, improve resource utilisation and future proof for IT network expansion
i2 IS KEY TO UNDERSTANDING MONEY LAUNDERING NETWORKS
The problem of money laundering is not a new one, but with questions being asked regarding the funding of terrorist activity and serious and organised crime, the need to tackle the offence is increasingly becoming a priority.
Fire service takes advantage of Ordnance Survey's most detailed data
To help ensure that their fire fighters are in the right place at the right time, Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service is among fire services across the country that are taking advantage of Ordnance Survey's precise mapping and transport data.
Blackberry enhances police efficiency and productivity
The ten crime car officers that already have BlackBerrys will have 3,300 more productive hours at their disposal, or the equivalent of two officers
Mobile access to Niche RMS is estimating savings of over £630,000 in manpower hours for North Wales Police Service. The BAPCO Journal takes a closer look at the pilot project, which has equipped officers with BlackBerrys...
UK police forces count on Stratus for efficiency and smarter working
As a central information hub, Vantage is required to interface with a range of other internal and external systems and databases such as the Airwave national digital communications system and Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) systems.
Stratus has a long history of working with Police Forces across the world, supplying the applications and server platforms that enable them to support their communities and safeguard the vulnerable. Stratus also has a strong track record in working with Police Forces across the UK, providing them with continuously available solutions over the past 16 years.
During this time, Stratus has developed a comprehensive, UK Police specific, development and support organisation that pro-actively takes responsibility for the operational effectiveness of these systems. The Company works with Operational Police teams to provide ever improving levels of service, with a broad range of functionality and services demanded by the UK Police Forces. Stratus works collaboratively with its Police customers developing, deploying and supporting the systems they need to achieve their goals.
BAPCO Annual Report 2007
Report of the Executive Committee for the period 1st April 2006 to 31st March 2007
Setting the scene for a changing world
As I write my first foreword as President of the Association, I should start by introducing myself to those of you who do not already know me. After 34 years in the Ambulance Service, 17 of which were spent in a Control/Communication Manager role, I retired in May 2006. In spite of this, I am busier than ever in my role as a part-time communications manager to the East of England Ambulance Service and as a member of some committees at the Department of Health; for whom I continue to do some ad hoc project work. I also was the strategic commander (Communications) during the rail crash major incidents at Hatfield in 2000, Potters Bar in 2002 and the RAMP re-patriation arrangements for military casualties in the Gulf War conflict and I took a lead role around the control element of the Buncefield Oil Terminal fire.
An intelligent command
Command and control applications ensure the efficient management of resources and the response to incidents, yet as emerging technologies have more and more impact on the control room equipment, we take a closer look at how the command and control systems are evolving. This two part feature will address the use of VoIP and perhaps even more importantly interoperability and collaboration. To begin, we take a closer look at the current trends…
A healthy connection
The East Midlands Ambulance Service pioneered an NHS scheme called Connecting for Health, the BAPCO Journal looks at how the service has made the scheme a reality via the deployment of Orange Business Everywhere to enable communication between ambulances and NHS data centres…
Fitting the bill at Lancashire Constabulary
Lancashire Constabulary turned to Quest Software for help with its deployment of Windows 2003 & Exchange 2003 from NT 4.0 and Exchange 5.5.
Editor's Letter
Convergence of technologies and the importance of resilience were the buzz words during the BAPCO 2007 event. And what an event this year proved to be. with attendance figures up some 40%, the exhibition (and conference) was one of the busiest yet.
improving patient care and reducing costs
Patients in need of urgent medical attention will be identified and treated more rapidly with the help of a new hand-held computer system being used by staff at one of Britain’s leading NHS trusts…
Preparations underway for EU Flood Command conference 9-10 May 2007,
A pioneering EU co-funded project to promote the innovative use of multi-national maritime search and rescue (SAR) resources when dealing with major coastal inundation, caused by events such as tsunamis and tidal surges, was launched earlier this year. The BAPCO Journal reports on the project, highlighting the forthcoming conference, planned for 9-10 May 2007…
They came, they saw, they collaborated
Daily visitor attendance was up by 40% at BAPCO 2007
As the May issue of the BAPCO Journal went to press, the closing remarks were being made at BAPCO 2007, which were as inspiring as the opening keynote presentation. And, whilst the visitor numbers and delegates were still being ratified, we were advised that the exhibition and conference attracted some 40% more attendees than last year, underlining just how important this annual event is...
Irish Garda selects Hyder Consulting for national assignment
Hyder Consulting has been awarded a contract for specialist consulting services by An Garda Síochána, the National Police Force of the Republic of Ireland. The work is to develop the organisational structure charting defining An Garda Síochána’s detailed operational radio communications requirements for the planned new nationwide TETRA-based National Digital Radio Service (NDRS) in Ireland.
Aeroflex wins five-year, second Measurement Equipment Management Service contract from Thales
Aeroflex has announced that it has been awarded a five-year contract from Thales for the fulfilment of its second Measurement Equipment Management Service (MEMSII) programme in the UK. The objective of MEMSII is to provide Thales with the most cost-efficient way of providing fully calibrated and maintained test equipment to the exact requirements specifications of its engineers precisely when they need it. Aeroflex was previously responsible for Thales’ initial MEMSI service contract.
Speakers at a recent DAMA UK data modelling seminar add to the general body of knowledge
For data management professionals, the most important aim of describing information needed to efficiently run a private or public sector organisation is to ensure that the definitions support the total sharing and distribution of information at lowest risk.
Building A Clear Picture Of Vehicle Crime
During 2005-2006 there were more than 1.7 million reported vehicle related thefts – from vehicles being broken into and items taken, to the vehicles actually being taken.
Mapping conference set to expand horizons in a shrinking world
Senior representatives and leaders from mapping and cadastral organisations across the world are set to meet in Cambridge, England, during July.
i2 To Launch Neighbourhood Policing Solution
Visual analysis software supplier, i2, is launching its unique solution to assist with neighbourhood policing at the Home Office sponsored National Crime Mapping Conference in London on the 9th and 10th May.
Agreement follows successful ongoing collaboration on the development of the products
Aeroflex and AT4 wireless sign worldwide sales and distribution agreement for WiMAX RF and Protocol Conformance Test solutions
Mobile fingerprinting wins award
Lantern, the project that allows hand-held, mobile fingerprinting has been awarded the Government Computing Award for the best government to government project at a ceremony in central London. This is the second year in a row a police IT project has won the award.
ATDI BOLSTERS INDEPENDENT WIRELESS BACKHAUL
A bespoke set of tools created by ATDI Ltd is helping MLL Telecom Ltd maintain its position as the UK’s largest independent provider in wireless backhaul.
Government esourcing deal wins shared services award
OGCbuying.solutions, trading arm of the Office of Government Commerce (OGC) has announced that its eSourcing Managed Service has been recognised at a recent Government Innovation Awards ceremony.
CHESHIRE POLICE CHOOSE TABLET PCs FROM CMC
Mobile computing expert CMC has supplied JLT rugged tablet PCs to Cheshire Constabulary for use in police cars.
Arqiva announces updated electronic Patient Record Form solution for ambulances
Arqiva has updated Formalise, its electronic Patient Report Form (ePRF) solution. Formalise is designed to enable Rapid Responders and ambulance paramedics to complete vital patient report forms quickly and easily. Built on the Windows XP platform, the enhanced solution is compatible with the latest laptop hardware and allows recorded information to be shared via Bluetooth technology.
Total control for emergency services
Arqiva has launched Tracer 2, a secure asset management solution that gives emergency services total control over the tracking and allocation of their communication assets. Originally developed in conjunction with an existing emergency services customer, the Tracer 2 asset management solution is now available to all users of secure communications equipment.
Helping ambulance service meet incident response times
The BAPCO 2007 event held this week saw the announcement by Arqiva of the launch of Mobilise 2, its second-generation, fully-managed mobile data solution for ambulances.
Frequentis and telent sign alliance agreement at BAPCO 2007
During BAPCO 2007, Hannes Bardach, Managing Director and Owner of Frequentis and Mark Plato, CEO of telent communications Limited signed an agreement to further develop their working relationship.
Agreement between QinetiQ and Thorcom address data issues for emergency services
25 April 2007, An agreement between QinetiQ and Thorcom has been signed that will enable the emergency services to tackle a number of current data communications issues. Thorcom, a provider of mission critical wireless data systems to the emergency services, has licensed QinetiQ technology that addresses bandwidth limitations on the existing TETRA communications network by using other networks without compromising security.
APD launch police e-notebook at BAPCO 2007
April 25th 2007 – Mobile information specialist, APD Communications today announced the launch of APD Pronto, a product designed to remove paperwork from police processes and give officers greater access to police resources whilst out on the beat...
Northgate to enhance its police records management system
In response to customer demand, Northgate Information Solutions has announced plans to enhance its police records management system, ‘Guardian’, through the development of case management and custody modules.
ITSPA responds to long-awaited VoIP statement
The UK telecoms super-regulator Ofcom has released its long-awaited statement on the regulation of VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol). As the most significant regulatory development in the Internet telephony market for over two years, this statement is destined to have a major impact on the future of online communication. ITSPA (the Internet Telephony Service Providers' Association) has been in discussion with Ofcom throughout the consultation process.