The usage of mobile broadband in public safety has altered the wireless broadband service market. The urgent need for communication-related solutions during cyclones, storms, and accidents by the government and various municipal safety departments is the key element fueling the market. Privacy and security of the data is a prime concern for the application of mobile broadband in public safety. Police and emergency department are two major consumers of the mobile broadband deployed in public safety.
Market Determinants
Increase in consciousness about safety, and availability of real-time data are major drivers of the mobile broadband in public safety market. However, security breaches, and interception of the wireless signals are key limitations of the mobile broadband in public safety market. Further, lack of adequate funding and difficulty to analyze the data during emergencies poses substantial challenges for the implementation of mobile broadband in public safety market. Improved speed of next-generation broadband services and better disaster management practices are creating sufficient opportunities in the mobile broadband in public safety market.
Mobile Broadband in Public Safety Market Segments
By Type
⢠Fixed Wireless Broadband
⢠Mobile Wireless Broadband
⢠Satellite Wireless Broadband
By End User
⢠Police Department
⢠Fire Department
⢠Emergency medical services Department
By Application
⢠Scene Management
⢠Video Surveillance
⢠GPS Location Tracking
⢠Geographic Information System (GIS)
⢠Emergency Medical Telemetry
By RegionÂ
⢠North America
⢠Europe
⢠Asia-Pacific
⢠Rest of the World