National 911 Program Releases New 2018 Compilation of Next Generation 9-1-1 Standards
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As the country continues to advance emergency communications with the implementation of Next Generation 9-1-1, it is critical for 9-1-1 industry stakeholders to have access to a thorough compilation of NG9-1-1-related standards. While the Program is not a standard-setting body, it collaborates with over 40 different standards development organizations (SDOs) to catalog and describe such standards. The seventh edition of the Next Generation 911 Standards Identification and Review is now available. This compilation of NG9-1-1 standards contains criteria that can serve as the basis to achieve 911 interoperability across multiple jurisdictions.
With this document, 9-1-1 leaders have access to a robust list of standards that will support informed decisions for an effective transition to NG9-1-1. This document helps to:
- Explain how standards are developed and accredited, and why they are necessary
- Bridge the gap between differing standards
- Identify where additional work on standards is needed
