Instruction
Review Chapter 9 of the online article "A Governor's Guide to Homeland Security." Focus on the definition of interoperability. Also, consider challenges related to interoperable communications and recommendations for improving interoperability in public safety communications.
Review the assigned pages of the online article, "First Responders: Much Work Remains to Improve Communications Interoperability." Think about evaluations, conclusions, and recommendations regarding policy, planning, technology, funding, standards, and programs for improving interoperable communications for first responder agencies.
Review the article, "Collaboration Over Adaptation: The Case for Interoperable Communications in Homeland Security." Reflect on the argument for collaboration versus adaptation of homeland security interoperable communications.
Review the course media, "Information Sharing and Communication" featuring Dr. Phillip Schertzing, focusing on interoperable communications among homeland security agencies within the United States and internationally.
Identify at least two challenges related to achieving interoperable communications among government agencies.
Think about why each is a challenge and what you would do to address the challenges.
Consider at least two implications of the lack of interoperable communications on homeland security efforts.
The assignment: (1–2 pages)
Describe at least two challenges related to achieving interoperable communications among government agencies. Be sure to explain why each is a challenge and what you would do to address these challenges.
Explain two implications of the lack of interoperable communications on homeland security efforts. Be specific, and use examples to illustrate your explanation.
Support your Application Assignment with specific references to all resources used in its preparation. You are asked to provide a reference list only for those resources not included in the Learning Resources for this course.
Please use the attached file for the Learning Resources.