In a remarkable demonstration of dedication to improving regulatory transparency, Gadget Software Inc., a leader in AI-driven data analysis solutions, has unveiled its newest product, TopicLake Policy Insights. This innovative service has quickly gained traction, garnering over 50,000 users worldwide in just 50 days, underscoring its essential role in simplifying regulations for all the various federal agencies.

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Key features of Cirrus by Panasonic 2.0 include:

• Interoperability between advanced capabilities of V2X systems and traditional transportation information
• Management platform using intelligent data collection to enable advanced artificial intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) insights
• A completely redesigned user experience (UX) which incorporates requests and suggestions from the Cirrus user base to streamline the way V2X systems are accessed by both fleet and roadway infrastructure operations staff

“With the launch of Cirrus 2.0, Panasonic applies learnings drawn from over seven years of statewide V2X technology installations, deployment, and platform engagements to bring technical and practical improvements directly to our entire user base,” said Rob Zimmer, Director Cirrus, Panasonic Smart Mobility Office. “Our new platform features align with the U.S.DOT and Federal Highway Administration primary V2X deployment goals, and customers know that Cirrus 2.0 can help them achieve the same goals on their roadways.”

Resolving V2X Interoperability
Operating as a “data broker” between various connected systems and core Cirrus applications, Cirrus seamlessly manages the variations in data elements produced by connected systems (such as different units of measurement, naming conventions, etc.) and variations in the contextual factors of IoT platforms operating in very different domains (such as how traffic signal data might differ dramatically from utility work order systems). By handling these domain specific data translations independently, Cirrus 2.0 allows many different tools to “talk” to connected vehicles in a consistent way. It also uses automation to reduce the cognitive load of users and expand the range of source data available for connected vehicle safety and mobility solutions.

Scaling V2X Data Management
Cirrus 2.0 simplifies the platform’s data architecture for scalability and implements patent pending V2X data processing capabilities at ingestion points to eliminate data waste, data noise, and improve redundancy. Cirrus 2.0 implements on-demand load balancing across the platform to manage the variability of data ingestion from different IoT systems, each with its own data flow characteristics; for example, some data volumes follow traffic demand with morning and evening peak times while others are incident or weather dependent and can spike suddenly. The Cirrus 2.0 platform offers our patent pending technique for reducing duplication in raw data without giving up any detail from the data, which allows up to 50% reduction in post-ingestion pipeline volumes for some data sources, that can reduce costs and improve platform performance.

Improved User Experience
V2X deployments require highly flexible and customizable user interfaces to effectively meet workflow needs, and the Cirrus 2.0 UX focuses on data ecosystem access. Distributed dashboard and reporting tools with mobile device support, combined with SQL-based research functionality provides customers with both unrestricted access to the data and clear visual workflows. In addition, Cirrus 2.0 insights are designed to be integrated directly into existing applications already in place. By providing easy to attach application programming interfaces, Cirrus 2.0 now delivers insights, warnings, and configuration options directly into the existing workflows of your staff. This minimizes re-training of users, embeds V2X capabilities into existing incident response formulas, and brings collected V2X data to roadway operators seamlessly.

The new Cirrus 2.0 platform also includes enhanced incident detection, with tools for leveraging connected vehicle data in different operating environments. It uses an advanced data architecture with insights that can be shared across a variety of information systems. Additionally, its health monitoring capabilities have been refined and enhanced to improve system uptime, and the efficacy of a deployment from a cost management perspective – user device recovery operations can be completed remotely and automatically by Cirrus 2.0, reducing the potential for costly field repairs.

For more information about Cirrus by Panasonic, visit the website here.

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“Our warfighters have come to rely on cloud computing capabilities, but until now, connectivity issues have hindered their availability at the tactical edge. We are very excited to partner with Rancher Government Solutions to bring their secure enterprise-class cloud capabilities hosted on the PacStar^® 400-Series platform to the tactical edge for the first time,” said Brian Perry, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions Division. “We look forward to extending our relationship with Rancher Government Solutions to develop edge solutions for our customer base. Our plans include bringing their technology to additional Curtiss-Wright compute platforms, including the newly released size, weight, and power optimized PacStar 200-Series, the ultra-rugged Parvus^® DuraCOR^®product family and our broad range of 3U and 6U VPX form factor SOSA aligned solutions.”

“We are proud to be working with Curtiss-Wright to deliver transformational solutions focused on the U.S. Government military and civilian use cases and tailored to the unique demands of the Tactical Edge,” said Ben Zifrony, RVP of Channels and Alliances at Rancher Government Solutions. “Our combined solutions are not just about adapting to the edge but thriving in it, delivering a cloud-native platform that is secure, scalable, and sustainable, across Curtiss-Wright’s compute platforms and regardless of the operating environment.”

As a result of this collaboration, PacStar 400-Series tactical communications solutions, such as the PacStar 451 Server Module and PacStar MDC, will be able to host the Rancher Multi Cluster Manager (MCM) and Harvester hyper-converged infrastructure (HCI) technologies, to support both container and virtual machine workloads at the tactical edge.

Rancher, an independent U.S. entity, offers industry-leading compatibility with vast numbers of containers. Both Rancher MCM and Rancher’s Kubernetes distribution, RKE2, have a Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) written Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG), and the PacStar hardware solutions are included in the STIG-ready profile. Rancher supports leading cloud services including Amazon EKS, Azure AKS, and Google GKE.

About Curtiss-Wright’s Family of Leading Battlefield Solutions

Curtiss-Wright’s industry-leading PacStar family of advanced communications solutions addresses a wide range of military, intelligence, and commercial applications. Curtiss-Wright designs and manufactures COTS-based rugged, small form factor expeditionary and mobile communications systems. Separately, it offers integrated, network communications management software, IQ-Core^® Software, maintained by an in-house development team, for the military, federal, state/local government, and emergency responder markets. The company’s patented IQ-Core Software, hardware technology, and integrated solutions provide secure, command, control, and communications systems, particularly in remote or infrastructure-starved areas. In addition, PacStar communications systems are ideally suited for commercial/industrial organizations with mission-critical field communications requirements.

For more information, please view the recent Curtiss-Wright and Rancher hosted webinar, “Delivering Cloud Capabilities to the Tactical Edge” here.

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T-Mobile MCPTT is designed for the needs of first responders and other workers in the field. While it is purpose-built for rugged devices, it is also available as an app for smartphones and tablets. T-Mobile MCPTT offers a ton of benefits such as:

• Administrative workflow efficiency. Administrators only need an afternoon vs. several days to create hundreds of user profiles with necessary permissions and give access to key talkgroups.
• Always-on Wireless Priority Service (WPS). WPS provides priority connection for push-to-talk and data traffic nationwide on the T-Mobile network. This provides priority access and preemption for eligible companies and first responder agencies when networks are temporarily overloaded or impaired.
• Greater collaboration. T-Mobile MCPTT interoperates with land mobile radio (LMR) systems, extending push-to-talk capabilities to users without radios or that travel outside LMR coverage areas. Agencies and businesses can leverage the T-Mobile cellular network through industry-standard connections such as Radio over IP (RoIP) gateway, the Inter-RF Subsystem Interface (ISSI) or Console Subsystem Interface (CSSI).
• Greater situational awareness. T-Mobile MCPTT offers video streaming as well as data services like location-sharing in the field so first responders or employees can give real-time updates on key activities.
• Leading 5G cellular coverage, with more 5G coverage than Verizon and AT&T… combined.

T-Mobile MCPTT will be available in the next month.

To learn more about the capabilities of T-Mobile MCPTT, please visit the website here.

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SAS has been a valued government technology provider for nearly five decades and is used in all 15 executive departments of the US federal government and all 50 states. This strategic agreement with Carahsoft makes it easier for government customers to acquire SAS products and solutions, including cutting-edge, AI-optimized analytics tools for proactive response to evolving public sector challenges. This includes SAS^® Viya^®, SAS’ cloud-based, responsible data and AI platform. SAS Viya is already used across the public sector for fraud detection, security intelligence, streaming analytics, flood mitigation, medical record review, learning recovery and predictive maintenance.

Stepped up partnership strategy will benefit government customers

The announcement comes shortly after SAS shared its elevated approach to partnering, which includes a shift to a new distribution model for SAS solution provider partners (resellers) to further embrace indirect channels and drive future growth for SAS and its partners. Together, SAS and Carahsoft offer a potent combination of benefits for SAS’ resellers in the public sector. Recognized as a premier software distributor in the market, Carahsoft will use its resources to deliver expanded scale and reach that empowers SAS partners to grow their businesses with improved efficiency and increased access to new markets and customers.

“Engaging with distribution is a deliberate step to help us take our partner strategy to the next level,” said John Carey, Vice President of Global Channels at SAS. “We’ve always been committed to innovative, value-driven partnerships. Combining our world-class AI and analytics with Carahsoft’s trusted network and reseller partners will help our public sector solution providers better serve existing customers and engage with new prospects.”

Carahsoft will deliver SAS technologies to US government agencies through resellers, as well as its own GSA Schedule, NASA Solutions for Enterprise-Wide Procurement (SEWP) V, Information Technology Enterprise Solutions – Software 2 (ITES-SW2), The Quilt and OMNIA contracts.

“Carahsoft is pleased to partner with SAS and maximize the reach of its solutions through our numerous contract vehicles and valuable reseller ecosystem,” said Craig Abod, Carahsoft President. “SAS has been serving the government since its inception, with over 1,600 global public sector entities currently using SAS products and solutions to effectively understand, predict and adapt to data insights. In combination with Carahsoft’s proven track record in the government space, this partnership will bring agencies the advanced AI and analytics tools needed to increase public sector productivity, make data-driven decisions and foster innovation and success for all levels of government.”

Empowering governments to protect and improve the lives of citizens

SAS products are a comprehensive and agile solution for the government, supporting various use cases, including data management, cloud computing, Internet of Things (IoT) and fraud detection and investigation. With SAS, agencies can optimize resources and make informed decisions through a real-time, integrated view of their data. The capabilities and intuitive interfaces of Viya provide simplified access to all data, a clear structure for data cleansing and transformation, and easy management of robust data pipelines. In addition, SAS analytics tools deliver an initial quick-start data model recommendation and continue to identify the most effective models. These tools also automate performance monitoring and tuning for peak efficiency and seamlessly integrate with other open source languages.

With the rapid rise of AI and an evolving regulatory landscape, SAS Viya helps government agencies strive to use AI responsibly to mitigate risk and help citizens thrive. Viya offers trustworthy AI capabilities like bias detection, explainability, decision auditability, model monitoring, governance and accountability. In an era of uncertainty, SAS helps government organizations become – and stay – more adaptable, secure and effective. With Carahsoft as a distributor, SAS and its solution provider partners will be better equipped to help new and existing public sector customers make faster, more accurate decisions with powerful AI and analytics.

Learn more about SAS as a public sector distributor of AI and analytics.

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The startup’s strategic alliance with Microsoft Cloud for Nonprofit marks a pivotal milestone, opening doors for global recognition and influence. This collaboration not only reflects the confidence and trust in SureImpact’s capabilities but also positions the company at the forefront of innovative solutions within the nonprofit sector on a worldwide scale. As SureImpact continues to forge ahead, its commitment to making a positive impact in the philanthropic realm is poised to resonate globally, empowered by the strength of this strategic partnership.

As an independent service vendor within Microsoft’s new offering tailored for nonprofits, SureImpact will soon feature in the app marketplace for nonprofit cloud customers. This collaboration, described by SureImpact’s founder and CEO Sheri Chaney Jones as a “channel partnership,” will enable global sales of their impactful software.

“This partnership with Microsoft marks a significant milestone in our journey. It allows us to extend our reach globally and helps nonprofits around the world to optimize their impact through data-driven decisions,” said Jones.

SureImpact’s software has already been adopted by 439 organizations, collectively serving over 200,000 clients. By leveraging data, these organizations can enhance their effectiveness, ensuring that donor funds and taxpayer dollars are allocated to the most impactful programs.

The company reported a 31% increase in subscription revenue on an annualized basis in 2023, signaling robust growth despite economic challenges. “We are thrilled with this steady growth, especially considering the tough environment for tech startups,” Jones added.

Conserving capital from a $2 million seed round led by Columbus-based Rev1 Ventures, SureImpact is strategically heading towards profitability. The investment has facilitated the transition from contract to full-time software engineers, fostering a strong company culture.

The partnership between SureImpact and Microsoft Cloud for Nonprofit marks a significant step in SureImpact’s growth and the nonprofit sector’s technological advancement. It represents an important milestone in using technology to drive efficiency and impact in philanthropy.

For more information about SureImpact and the strategic partnership with Microsoft Cloud for Nonprofit visit the website here.

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This acquisition is a testament to MSI’s commitment to evolving and expanding its services, specifically enhancing its prowess in artificial intelligence and DevOps solutions for federal agencies. Ascolta has a stellar reputation in DevOps, cloud migration, information security and management and positions MSI to address the intricate challenges of software development and deployment within the federal landscape.

Dan Heckman, CEO of MSI, emphasized the significance of this partnership, “The acquisition of Ascolta is a pivotal milestone for MSI, fortifying our portfolio in AI and technical solutions. This enables us to provide even better solutions to solving complex problems for our clients.”

Neal McHugh, CTO of Ascolta, expressed shared enthusiasm, “This union marks a new chapter for Ascolta, amplifying our reach to delivering state-of-the-art technical services. Our collaborative efforts with MSI will allow us to apply our deep expertise in creating secure, technical solutions for the government.”

The fusion synergizes MSI’s extensive experience with Ascolta’s innovative strategies, promising an unparalleled value proposition for clients. With a focus on leveraging advanced AI and emerging solutions, MSI is set to tackle complex challenges in dynamic environments.

Ascolta and their DevOps heritage and extensive experience navigating the DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) and DoD software testing and fielding processes help provide a sustainable solution to complex software problems.

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MetTel customers now have access to the same secure communication technology that powers some of the most critical and sensitive systems in the world in a mobile form factor. The operating system that powers the Sotera SecurePhone is the same operating system that is trusted to secure the United States nuclear arsenal, commercial airliners, and NASA space systems. These are systems that must not only be secure, they also cannot fail.

The Sotera SecurePhone is validated by Netragard, a highly reputable, third-party penetration testing organization which has confirmed that the Sotera SecurePhone is the most secure mobile communication device available. Netragard provides offensive and defensive security services to the US Department of Defense.

MetTel is a four-time and current Leader of the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Managed Network Services as well as an official IT communications vendor on the US General Services Administration’s (GSA) $50 billion Enterprise Infrastructure Solutions (EIS) contract designed to modernize and transform US Federal government networks.

The Sotera SecurePhone joins a growing, robust line-up of security offerings from MetTel that include a range of network and endpoint-based solutions. “Security and privacy are of utmost importance to individuals working with sensitive information, and mobile communications have always been a prime target for data and identity theft,” said Max Silber, Vice President of Mobility and IoT at MetTel. “The Sotera SecurePhone allows our customers to communicate anywhere without fear of their sensitive information being exposed by malicious actors.”

Sotera is built from the ground-up with a focus on secure communications: first, securing the hardware; second, securing the operating system; and third, securing the applications. The Sotera SecurePhone is the first and only product to lock down all three layers in a single solution.

• Securing the Hardware: Sotera is built securely from the silicon up using the MediaTek P60 chipset. The Sotera handset will not authenticate foreign hardware and will deny power from the battery, dramatically reducing the risk of physical attacks.
• Securing the Operating System: Sotera runs on the Integrity 178B RTOS which has no known vulnerabilities and is implemented in security critical systems, including U.S. military aircraft and NASA’s Orion Crew Exploration Vehicle.
• Securing the Applications: Sotera SecurePhone applications are both secure and isolated using a security-enhanced Signal protocol-based voice/messenger as well as an authentication system with transactional server. All communication and file-sharing are encrypted endpoint to endpoint.

“We are extremely excited to work with a B2B partner having the industry-recognized caliber of MetTel to offer our Sotera SecurePhone,” said David Kay, CEO of Sotera Digital Security. “Now MetTel users can protect their companies’ sensitive communications with an efficient, affordable and completely secure solution.”

“Smartphone devices and their operating systems have known vulnerability risks, but what is perhaps most concerning is how reliant enterprise executives and government officials are on applications such as Signal and WhatsApp. Many responsible leaders are not aware that using these applications are not advisable for confidential communications. While they may be secure in their own right, these applications are used on hardware and software that is not. If the phone’s hardware or software is hacked, then so are the apps,” Kay explained.

Sotera powered by MetTel will allow secure communications across a variety of different sectors:

• Confidential Business: In the modern business environment with a dispersed workforce, Sotera SecurePhone allows individuals working with sensitive data and trade secrets to have secure communications between offices or in the field both domestically and internationally. It also offers a means to communicate during crisis securely and reliably, so business leaders can make decisions and coordinate a response, quickly.
• Legal Services: Sotera SecurePhone protects sensitive legal data from unauthorized access or interception, including witnesses involved in criminal defense, undisclosed M&A activity, or complex multiparty negotiations.
• Financial Services: Often dealing with sensitive data including personal and financial information, financial institutions, executives, and high net worth individuals can securely discuss banking, investments, and financial transactions with clients and their firms.
• Government and Government Contracting: Used by high-level executives, government officials, and diplomats who handle sensitive information and travel frequently to unstable or untrustworthy countries, this system can provide an additional layer of security against eavesdropping and unauthorized access to communications.

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