NIST powers up framework for Smart Grid
Commerce Secretary Gary Locke unveils the first draft of a framework identifying existing standards for Smart Grid interoperability, laying out steps needed to address the gaps in these standards. The framework is the first step of a three-phase plan by NIST to develop Smart Grid standards.
Battlefield networks roll with the punches
New technologies make wireless networks more powerful and flexible.
FCC considers state, regional public safety networks
The FCC is considering requests to form a broadband network for first responders rather than waiting for the commission to create a nationwide network.
Alion amps up RF spectrum services for NOAA
Alion Science and Technology will supply a wide range of radio frequency spectrum services to NOAA under a five-year, $4.4 million contract.
Alion wins Army radio frequency contract
Alion Science and Technology Corp. will provide radio-frequency spectrum modeling, simulation and analysis to the Army.
ICF plows into USDA plan to expand rural broadband
ICF Incorporated LLC will assist the Agriculture Department’s program to expand rural broadband access under a multi-year contract valued at up to $27 million.
Rockwell Collins gets Canadian Navy networking deal
Rockwell Collins will provide networking technology to the Canadian Navy for tactical networks.
What next after TSAT?
A California satellite communications provider is touting its new satellite as a possible solution to some of the Defense Department’s high-speed, broadband communications needs.
Raytheon to build wireless radio network for DARPA
Raytheon Co. will create a wireless network for the military under a four-year contract that could be worth as much as $155 million.
Booz Allen wins pair of Air Force contracts
Booz Allen Hamilton will support Air Force cybersecurity and intelligence efforts under a pair of contracts worth a total of $22.6 million.
Cobham to support DARPA wireless network program
Cobham Sensor Systems has won a contract from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency to develop wireless technology for next-generation tactical radios.
ITT to upgrade DOD radio software
ITT Corp. will upgrade radio software for the Defense Department under a five-year contract that could total $62 million if all options are exercised.
Level 3 brings an engineer's approach to Networx
Level 3 relishes odd duck status on Networx contract as it pushes the advantages of its fiber network.
Alion helps Air Force assess radio frequency info gathering
Alion Science and Technology will provide modeling and other technology services to the Air Force under a contract valued at $7.8 million.
General Dynamics boosts SPAWAR network communications
General Dynamics has won a $51 million contract to provide network communications services to the Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center.
DOD seeks commercial satellite guidance from industry
The Defense Department wants information from providers of commercial satellite services regarding their ability to support future military communications requirements.
IBM completes pan-Saudi IT infrastructure installation
IBM Corp. has completed deployment of an infrastructure that will modernize Saudi Arabia’s delivery of government services.
ITT wins $363M Army radio system deal
ITT Corp. will furnish continuing support for the Army’s Single-Channel Ground and Airborne Radio System.
Iridium will build communications system for Marines
Iridium Government Services LLC will expand the Marine Corps’ communications capabilities under a five-year contract worth $21.68 million.
GSA chief-to-be vows to prod Networx transition
The nominee to head the General Services Administration plans to keep close tabs on agencies to ensure that they complete the Networx transition on schedule.
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