--- title: Making Safe, Simple (3) description: Making Safe, Simple (3) --- ![Making Safe Simple ](https://blog.efjohnson.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Making%20Safe%20Simple%20.png?width=1885&name=Making%20Safe%20Simple%20.png) ## [Enhanced VRS: Providing a P25 Trunked Experience to Portable Users](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/enhanced-vrs-providing-a-p25-trunked-experience-to-portable-users) Written by [The JVCKENWOOD Team](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/author/the-jvckenwood-team) on 4/21/18 8:46 AM First responders need reliable communication with dispatch and each other. Whether it’s handling a traffic stop, working inside a building, or managing an incident, they need peace of mind — the assurance that their communications aren’t impacted by lack of coverage. In networks designed for mobile coverage, working inside buildings or over rough terrain makes communication challenging for portable users. [Read More](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/enhanced-vrs-providing-a-p25-trunked-experience-to-portable-users) Tags: [Products and Solutions](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/topic/products-and-solutions) ## [VAULT: Providing the Lowest Total Cost of Ownership in P25 Radios](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/vault-providing-the-lowest-total-cost-of-ownership-in-p25-radios) Written by [Jaimin Patel](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/author/jaimin-patel) on 4/6/18 8:57 AM Traditionally the LMR industry has been hesitant to embrace new innovations. As a significantly smaller market dominated by risk adverse government users, we haven’t seen as many new technologies emerge compared to larger commercial markets, such as cellular. Given this landscape, the LMR manufacturers have had tremendous power over the market and have consistently promoted a purchasing model that benefits themselves, not the government agencies. Over the years, the industry has transitioned from a hardware-based to software-based [Read More](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/vault-providing-the-lowest-total-cost-of-ownership-in-p25-radios) Tags: [Products and Solutions](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/topic/products-and-solutions) ## [Disaster Operations - Lessons Learned from Fall 2017](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/disaster-operations-lessons-learned-from-fall-2017) Written by [Brandon Romero](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/author/brandon-romero) on 3/29/18 9:04 AM **Public safety communications were put to the ultimate test in Fall 2017 as Hurricanes Irma and Maria ripped through Puerto Rico, Hurricane Harvey devastated Houston, TX, and wildfires and earthquakes continue to impact the west. Brandon Romero, Director of Sales Engineering, participated in the **[***Disaster Operations - Lessons Learned from Fall 2017***](http://www.iwceexpo.com/iwce18/public/SessionDetails.aspx?FromPage=Sessions.aspx&SessionID=1019786&nav=true&Role=U)** panel at IWCE 2018 to weigh in on how to prepare your critical communications for disasters. Read on for his key takeaways.** [Read More](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/disaster-operations-lessons-learned-from-fall-2017) Tags: [Customer Stories](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/topic/customer-stories), [ATLAS](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/topic/atlas), [Industry](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/topic/industry) ## [IWCE 2018 Recap](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/iwce-2018-recap) Written by [The JVCKENWOOD Team](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/author/the-jvckenwood-team) on 3/22/18 11:54 AM The JVCKENWOOD team wrapped up another exciting [IWCE](http://www.iwceexpo.com/iwce18/Public/Enter.aspx) in Orlando, FL. Over 7,000 industry professionals gathered at the Orange County Convention Center to participate in the premier event for critical communications. The JVCKENWOOD booth was buzzing with new solutions including: - [Viking® Vault™](https://vikingvault.com/) - Viking VM7000 all-band, multi-deck mobile - ATLAS® P25 Phase 1 & 2 systems with Latitude™ technology - Pyramid Enhanced Vehicular Repeater System (EVRS) - [Zetron MAX Fire Station Alerting](http://urgentcomm.com/zetron/zetron-mark-cranmore-demonstrates-max-fire-station-alerting) We also celebrated the 10 year anniversary of NEXEDGE, and new partnerships with [Radio Activity](https://www.rrmediagroup.com/Features/FeaturesDetails/FID/809) and [MotoGP™](http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2018/02/28/jvckenwood-named-radio-communications-supplier-of-motogp/250624). [Read More](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/iwce-2018-recap) Tags: [Products and Solutions](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/topic/products-and-solutions), [KENWOOD Viking](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/topic/kenwood-viking), [ATLAS](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/topic/atlas), [Industry](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/topic/industry), [JVCKENWOOD](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/topic/jvckenwood) ## [Grant Funding for Public Safety Agencies](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/grant-funding-for-public-safety-agencies) Written by [The JVCKENWOOD Team](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/author/the-jvckenwood-team) on 3/14/18 9:27 AM You’re seeking available funding opportunities for your department – where do you start? [Read More](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/grant-funding-for-public-safety-agencies) Tags: [P25](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/topic/p25), [KENWOOD Viking](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/topic/kenwood-viking), [Fire](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/topic/fire), [Police](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/topic/police), [Grant Funding](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/topic/grant-funding) ## [Making Safe Simple in 2018:  The Bridge from LMR to LTE](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/making-safe-simple-in-2018-the-bridge-from-lmr-to-lte) Written by [John Suzuki](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/author/john-suzuki) on 2/28/18 8:06 AM Choosing a P25 mission-critical system can feel like navigating a crossroads in a thick fog. Which road should you take? The future destination is becoming clearer with FirstNet™ and Long Term Evolution (LTE) broadband – but the path to get there is murky. [Read More](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/making-safe-simple-in-2018-the-bridge-from-lmr-to-lte) Tags: [P25](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/topic/p25), [ATLAS](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/topic/atlas), [JVCKENWOOD](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/topic/jvckenwood), [LTE](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/topic/lte) [Previous](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/page/2) [All posts](https://blog.efjohnson.com/making-safe-simple/all) ### Subscribe to Email Updates ###### About This Blog Every day we go to work to make the world a safer place. We provide mission-critical communications products that ensure first responders always have the lifeline they need when they need it. 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