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DATAMARK Technologies Reinforces Commitment to FCC's Next Generation 9-1-1 Regulations

PITTSBURGH, July 24, 2024 — (PRNewswire) —   DATAMARK Technologies, a leader in interoperable solutions for public safety location services comprised of DATAMARK, Michael Baker International's innovative public safety geographic information systems (GIS) division, and Digital Data Technologies, LLC (DDT), today announced its current product alignment, as well as future development plans, in support of the Federal Communication Commission's (FCC)  Report And Order Facilitating The Implementation Of Next Generation 9-1-1 Services. The recently announced partnership is spearheading the development of innovative public safety location offerings that will set the benchmark for future emergency response solutions. This initiative underscores the company's unwavering commitment to public safety and its pivotal role in the evolution of Next Generation 9-1-1 (NG9-1-1) services.

"The recent action by the FCC is a groundbreaking advancement of our nation's 9-1-1 system – one that will help ensure that this emergency infrastructure functions effectively and supports the deployment of more advanced capabilities. These critical upgrades will ultimately help first responders and public safety personnel save lives," said Mitch Pinkston, CEO at DATAMARK Technologies. "Our team at DATAMARK Technologies is committed to providing solutions that align with the new rules adopted by the FCC. We believe that accurate location information matters during an emergency call, and we will continue to do our part to make that a reality. Our team of experts is ready to help Originating Service Providers (OSPs) and 9-1-1 stakeholders navigate the critical timeline laid out in the Report and Order as we move toward the implementation of NG9-1-1 throughout the country."

The Report and Order emphasizes the criticality of overhauling the nation's Legacy 9-1-1 system in favor of transitioning to NG9-1-1. It requires OSPs to deliver 9-1-1 traffic in IP-based Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) format to one or more in-state delivery points designated by the 9-1-1 Authority. Additionally, it requires embedding the caller's location information in the call signaling and implementing a Location Information Server (LIS) for the verification of its customer location information and records.

Key components of the Report and Order include ensuring NG9-1-1-compliant GIS data, Next Generation Core Services (NGCS) solutions that support location validation for 9-1-1 callers and interoperability of data and technology. As the only organization offering interoperable GIS and NGCS location services on the market today, DATAMARK Technologies is well positioned to support the current needs of OSPs and 9-1-1 stakeholders.

DATAMARK Technologies' suite of products provides a fully-integrated GIS solution that ensures data accuracy and completeness from the birth of an address to the 9-1-1 call. This all-inclusive workflow allows for a more efficient, precise and compatible feedback loop with multiple quality control checkpoints and includes:

To further support the emerging demands of this market, DATAMARK Technologies is currently developing solutions to expand the capabilities of NG9-1-1 geospatial location services. Additional details about the expanded capabilities will be announced in Fall 2024.

For more information regarding DATAMARK Technologies' current solutions and upcoming developments, visit https://datamarkgis.com/.

About DATAMARK Technologies

DATAMARK Technologies provides a new era of 9-1-1 and redefines interoperability for the public safety industry. The company combines DATAMARK, Michael Baker International's public safety division known for best-in-class geographic information systems (GIS) data management and software solutions, with Digital Data Technologies, LLC (DDT), a top-tier Next Generation 9-1-1 (NG9-1-1) location services provider.

This strategic union heralds a new era of 9-1-1 and redefines geospatial data management for the public safety industry. DATAMARK Technologies offers a fully integrated solution that empowers public safety agencies to manage, maintain and leverage GIS data to the highest industry standards. The unified approach breaks down barriers of data silos to improve call routing accuracy, offer seamless discrepancy resolution and provide unwavering location fidelity for call takers with enhanced interoperability.

For more information about DATAMARK Technologies, visit DATAMARKGIS.com or DDTI.net.

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