#USA #Public Safety #San Luis Obispo #FedRAMP #ESChat

ESChat Achieves FedRAMP Authorization

ESChat, a recognized pioneer in Secure Broadband Push-to-Talk (PTT) communication services, has recently announced a significant milestone – receiving Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) Authorization for its ESChat for Government platform. This accomplishment comes under the auspices of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), highlighting the trust and reliability placed in ESChat's solutions.

A New Era for Public Safety Communication

The ESChat for Government offering is a fortified version of the original broadband communication platform, designed specifically for public sector agencies and organizations operating in highly regulated environments. This solution doesn't just facilitate secure PTT communication; it also allows for multimedia messaging and presents a Common Operating Picture (COP) for collaborative efforts across different agencies involved in mutual-aid or tactical situations.

Moreover, the platform supports essential external interfaces, including Land Mobile Radio (LMR), dispatch consoles, and logging recorders, providing interoperability that can significantly enhance operational efficiency.

Importance of FedRAMP in Cybersecurity

The FedRAMP program is central to the U.S. government's efforts in ensuring that federal agencies have access to modern cloud technologies while adhering to strict standards for cybersecurity and protecting federal data. The FedRAMP Authorization Act, passed as part of the FY23 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), not only codifies the program but also establishes it as the authoritative method for assessing and authorizing cloud products and services that deal with unclassified federal information.

ESChat's FedRAMP initiative has been in the making for over three years, and this recent designation serves as a critical step for both new and existing federal customers. With the successful migration of all government users to the new FedRAMP Authorized platform in the past eight weeks, the company ensures that its clients remain compliant with the NDAA.

Commitment to Privacy and Reliability

In light of this achievement, Josh Lober, President of ESChat, expressed the company’s unwavering dedication to ensuring privacy and cybersecurity. “Our FedRAMP initiative reflects our continued commitment to privacy and cybersecurity while facilitating reliable and interoperable Push-to-Talk communication for our customers,” said Lober. He noted that this designation represents just the initial phase of their long-term commitment to providing cybersecure broadband communication services.

ESChat continues to establish its presence as a leading provider of broadband Push-to-Talk (PTT) services, being a FirstNet Certified™ solution that is approved by the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) for use within the U.S. military. The platform is built to operate seamlessly across all wireless carriers, ensuring cross-carrier interoperability.

Advantages for Federal Customers

Federal government clients can access ESChat services through the company’s GSA Contract, which is also backed by a cooperative purchasing agreement for state and local government agencies. This arrangement not only simplifies procurement processes but also guarantees that various government bodies can implement ESChat’s communication solutions without significant hurdles.

Overall, this achievement not only strengthens ESChat’s reputation but also underscores its pivotal role in enhancing communication for public safety agencies, making it a trusted partner in the pursuit of effective and secure communication solutions.