Alion to assist NOAA with radio spectrum services

Alion Science and Technology will supply radio frequency spectrum services to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration under a new $7 million contract.

Boeing to complete GPS tech demo for Navy

Boeing Co. has won a $153.5 million contract from the Navy to complete a technology demonstration of the high-integrity Global Positioning System.

Maryland plans RFP for statewide communications system

Three departments in the state of Maryland will fund the initial stages of a multiyear, statewide communications project that would allow first responders from different jurisdictions to communicate with each other.

General Dynamics captures more DOD satellite work

General Dynamics C4 Systems will continue to develop technology for Defense Department satellites under a new $9.2 million contract option.

Eyes on the prize

New software systems are increasing the clarity of all types of surveillance videos.

If you haven't already, it's time to climb aboard the Web 2.0 trend

I went ahead and did it. Everyone has been talking about Web 2.0, and I finally figured I'd better get on board before the Generation Y crowd eats my lunch and leaves me in the dust with the rest of the baby boomers.

Senate passes NET 911 Improvement Act

The New and Emerging Technologies 911 Improvement Act of 2008 would require IP telephony service providers to offer 911 services.

AGS to upgrade Army satellite network

Americom Government Services will continue working on a custom communications network for the Army under a contract renewal with an initial value of $136.2 million.

Harris to develop broadband communications for Navy ships

Harris will provide the Navy with multiband satellite communications terminals for its cruisers and destroyers under a new contract.

Survey: DOD drives satellite market

DOD will remain the primary target for new satellite products and services, according to an annual satellite industry survey.

Harris to build HF radio adaptor kits for Army

Harris Corp. will provide the Army with high-frequency radio adaptor kits for its mine-resistant, ambush-protected vehicles under a new contract.

Networx score card

After years of preparation, the transition from FTS 2001 to Networx is finally beginning in earnest. Hold onto your hats.

Pack it up and go anywhere

NMCI's 'network in a box' allows troops to set up offices in the field.

New technologies key to opening doors to local market

Systems integrators and other technology companies with emerging technologies should be able to find new opportunities with local governments ? despite the state of the economy.

Harris to supply Marines with battle-tested radios

Harris Corp. will supply the Marine Corps with radios under a new contract that could be worth as much as $350 million.

FEMA to manage cellular alert system

The Federal Emergency Management Agency has agreed to be the aggregator for a national alert and warning system for cell phone users.

Ride, mobile, ride

More applications and more bandwidth answer an ever-growing demand for mobility.

Harris to furnish satellite terminals to Navy

Harris Corp. will provide support for Navy shipboard satellite communications systems under a new contract.

Army readies active RFID procurement

The Army plans to issue a draft request for proposals this week for active radio frequency ID devices to meet its need to monitor DOD assets.

GAO: Regs needed for unmanned aerial systems

The number of Unmanned Aerial Systems being built for civilian uses is expected to quadruple between 2012 and 2017 assuming relevant federal regulations are complete, according to a new report.