Verizon Frontline has officially added a new partner to its ‘Verizon Frontline Verified’ program, recognizing a leader in 4G and 5G wireless wide-area network (WAN) edge solutions for the enterprise and public safety sectors. This designation reflects the partner’s ability to provide secure and seamless connectivity across mission-critical scenarios, from connecting vehicles and mobile teams to enabling Internet of Things (IoT) infrastructure.
The ‘Verizon Frontline Verified’ status is awarded only to vendors that meet Verizon’s rigorous performance and security standards, ensuring their solutions are built for use during high-stakes public safety operations.
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“Modern public safety operations require secure, nonstop connectivity with access to mission-critical applications and the internet for every scenario,” said Justin Blair, VP and Head of Carriers, Americas at Cradlepoint (part of Ericsson). “Our work with Verizon to ensure our mobile products have reached ‘Verizon Frontline Verified’ status will give our Verizon Frontline customers additional levels of confidence that they are turning to a leader in mobile critical communications.”
A standout example is the Cradlepoint R980, a compact, rugged router supporting both 4G LTE and 5G. It’s designed for use in vehicles and IoT deployments and is compatible with the recently launched Verizon Frontline Network Slice, further advancing the capabilities of first responders nationwide.
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“Ericsson is a leader in the industry,” said Calvin Jackson, Senior Manager for Crisis Response at Verizon Frontline, who also helps lead Verizon Frontline’s Innovation Program. “They’ve been a partner of ours for a long time and build their products with Verizon’s reliable, resilient, and secure network in mind, making them a trusted solution for public safety agencies everywhere.”
Verizon Frontline’s network and technology platform has been built specifically for first responders, developed over 30 years through direct collaboration with public safety professionals.
