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FEMA delays nationwide alert test
A plan to test an emergency alert system by hitting nearly every U.S. cell phone with a presidential message was delayed because the agency is focused on Hurricane Florence relief.
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DHS ramps up supply chain security efforts
A new DHS study looks to light the way to actionable supply chain security solutions for telecommunications infrastructure.
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Still no extension on EIS
GSA is still considering an extension on its 2020 deadline for federal agencies to move to the $50 billion next-generation telecommunications contract.
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NTIA blocks China Mobile's bid for U.S. presence
The NTIA tells the FCC that China Mobile is a potential national security threat if it is allowed to provide international services from the U.S.
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Watchdog: GSA isn't clearing all contactors for work on telecom transition
According to an oversight memo, GSA didn't complete required background checks on all contractors working on transition duties for the $50 billion Enterprise Infrastructure Systems contract.
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Verizon hits EIS milestone
The telecom is the first of 10 prime contractors on the government's $50 billion communications contract to report success on back office requirements.
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FCC gets pushback on supply chain security proposal
Telecom carriers and device manufacturers are telling the Federal Communications Commission that it may be overstepping its authority with a plan to police supply chain security.
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GSA pushes agencies to adopt EIS
Some agency telecom buyers may be going slowly because of the dizzying array of services offered under GSA's $50 billion telecom contract vehicle.
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GSA prods agencies to get on $50B telecom contract
While acknowledging that "change is hard," officials in charge of the $50 billion Enterprise Infrastructure Solutions need agencies to forge ahead with telecom transition.
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Pentagon cracks down on personal mobile devices
Under a new policy, Defense employees and contractors are restricted from bringing their personal mobile devices into secure areas designated for processing, handling and discussion of classified information.
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Commerce will revisit ZTE sanctions at Trump's request
The U.S. government will revisit harsh sanctions against Chinese telecom firm ZTE, despite years of complaints by U.S. officials that the communications giant violates trade laws and may facilitate Chinese espionage.
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EIS gets best-in-class handle
GSA's big, next-generation telecommunications contract, as well as its supporting contracts, get favored designation from OMB.
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ZTE banned from buying from U.S. firms
The Commerce Department hit Chinese telecommunications giant ZTE with denial of export privileges, preventing the company from accessing the U.S. supply chain.
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GSA tries to raise the profile of EIS
The General Services Administration added new info on how agencies can tap into its next generation telecommunications contract -- and tied the vehicle more closely to IT modernization.
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Mobile network infrastructure at growing risk from cyber attack
The FCC's communications security advisory group warned on threats to mobile networks that are similar to those impacting industrial control systems.
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FCC chief floats new supply chain rules for telecom
The plan would bar the use of funds in an $8.5 billion telecom subsidy from going to foreign equipment suppliers who are deemed a threat to national security.
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EIS contractors want more time for transition
EIS contractors are chafing under what they see as a slow transition from GSA's old telecommunications contract to its next-generation vehicle.
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How NTIA is trying to push 5G
The federal government looking to encourage 5G wireless tech by trimming regulations and making it easier for carriers to use federal property for cell sites.
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EIS vendors show progress on testing
Major carriers on the government's $50 billion telecommunications contract are advancing on required systems testing.
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Watchdog calls out EIS risks
GSA's inspector general warned that the transition to the new $50 billion telecom contract is being put at risk because of a lack of interagency agreements.
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