IBM delivers User Services for the Emergency Services Network

IBM delivers User Services for the Emergency Services Network

The Emergency Services Network (ESN) is a critical communications system being developed by the UK government. It will enable fast, safe and secure voice, video and data communication across EE's...

The Emergency Services Network (ESN) is a critical communications system being developed by the UK government. It will enable fast, safe and secure voice, video and data communication across EE's network, providing first responders with immediate access to life-saving data and information in live situations.

What does this announcement mean?

IBM and an ecosystem of partners have secured the contract to deliver User Services for the Emergency Services Mobile Communications Programme, part of the Home Office. We will sit at the heart of ESN and will provide three key functions; provision of a secure mission critical application, supported by systems integration across IT and telecom systems, and Service Integration. These services will be provided throughout the delivery and deployment of ESN, as well as when services are made live.

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