Get up to speed on the FCC’s NG911 Transition Phase 1 and 2: what the FCC rules require, what states and providers must plan for, and potential impacts of policy choices. Join industry SMEs that will translate key information into plain language, covering different roles and responsibilities.
Learning Objectives:
...translate FCC NG9-1-1 policy into practical implications.
Participants will be able to 1) explain in plain language the key elements of the FCC’s NG9-1-1 Transition, including new NG911 demarcation concepts, roles and responsibilities, changes to location information, reliability expectations, and 2) describe how these requirements affect ECCs, 9-1-1 authorities, and service providers in their own jurisdictions.
...identify concrete planning steps for state and local NG9-1-1 transitions.
Participants will be able to outline specific actions their agencies should take to prepare for Phase 1 and 2, such as updating contracts, revisiting RFPs, validating cutover plans, and coordinating with carriers and NG9-1-1 vendors, to support a smoother and more resilient transition from legacy to IP-based 9-1-1.
...strengthen communication and advocacy with stakeholders about NG9-1-1 transition.
Participants will be able to 1) clearly articulate the key aspects of the FCC’s NG9-1-1 Transition to leadership, governance boards, legislators, and vendor partners, and 2) formulate targeted questions and talking points to support informed decision-making and advocacy for reliable, future-ready 9-1-1 services.
