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International Wireless Communications Expo Launches IWCE's IoT Saving Lives, A New Conference Focused on the Internet of Life Saving Things that Interface with Public Safety Operations
One-Day Conference in Santa Clara, CA in May will Co-Locate with Internet of Things World

ATLANTA, April 4, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- International Wireless Communications Expo (IWCE), the premier annual event for critical communications today launches IWCE's IoT Saving Lives, a new one-day conference focused on the vast array of the Internet of Life Saving Things (IoLST) that interface with public safety operations. The conference will take place May 14 in Santa Clara, CA during the Internet of Things World, the world's biggest IoT event bringing the best technologies, strategies and case studies for every vertical that IoT will impact.

International Wireless Communications Expo Launches IWCE’s IoT Saving Lives, A New Conference Focused on the Internet of Life Saving Things that Interface with Public Safety Operations

"Following our successful IWCE 2018 conference in Orlando last month, we're very excited to introduce this new intimate conference focused on the Internet of Life Saving Things. With presentations from thought leaders, we'll cover all of the hot topics professionals in the critical communications industry are focused on. We look forward to bringing the industry together for a day of learning this spring," said Stephanie McCall, Event Director, IWCE's IoT Saving Lives.  

McCall added, "We are proud to expand the educational opportunities beyond our flagship event. Our industry is changing quickly and we wanted to make sure we offered our community a way to continue to stay on top of important topics in an intimate setting."

The conference will cover the Internet of Life Saving Things that interface with public safety operations such as smart devices, applications, sensors, disaster relief, virtual reality, artificial intelligence, GPS/GIS/location services, mission-critical push-to-talk (MCPTT), enhanced Push to Talk over cellular (PoC), cloud computing and cybersecurity. In addition, the conference will also examine how FirstNet and smart cities will interact with the Internet of Things (IoT) environment to support public safety, as well as the operational requirements and considerations for public safety agencies as IoT sensors and devices are implemented.

The conference agenda will cover the following topics:

  • Defining Internet of Life Saving Things
  • What Connectivity is Needed for True IoLST?
  • The Internet of Life Saving Things Ecosystem
  • Managing the Data Tsunami in an IoLST World
  • Cybersecurity Considerations for IoLST
  • What Do NG911, FirstNet and Smart Cities Mean to the Idea of the IoLST?

Sponsors will showcase new technologies that will enhance public safety capabilities at tabletops throughout the day as well as participating as thought leaders on panel discussions. In addition, a Tech Lightning Round will allow sponsors to share knowledge in a lightning fast format.

To register to attend IWCE's IoT Saving Lives, visit: iwceexpo.com/IoTSavingLives. Use promo code ERG3 to save $50 off.

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IWCE is the producer of IWCE's Critical LTE Communications Forum November 6-7, 2018 in Chicago, IL; the International Wireless Communications Expo will take place March 4-8, 2019 in Las Vegas, NV; and IWCE's Online Conference is a series of free-to-attend webinars that take place throughout the year and are focused on the hottest topics that were presented at the live event.

ABOUT THE INTERNATIONAL WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS EXPO (IWCE)  
IWCE (International Wireless Communications Expo) is the premier annual event for critical communications, featuring an exhibit hall with over 400 exhibitors and a five-day comprehensive conference program. Over 7,000 individuals attend from a diverse group of industry professionals including product distribution, government, public safety, critical infrastructure, business enterprise and more. IWCE 2019 will be held March 4-8 in Las Vegas, NV. For more information, visit http://www.iwceexpo.com

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SOURCE International Wireless Communications Expo (IWCE)