Sarabjeet Bhasin, Director – Technical, Consort Digital, says the company will use Critical Communications World 2024 as a platform to engage and interact with industry leaders, experts, and key industry stakeholders

Tell us about your participation at CCW 2024. Which products and solutions will you be showcasing at the event?
At Critical Communications World 2024, we are excited to showcase our latest innovations in mission-critical communication solutions that help users migrate from narrowband to broadband efficiently. Our participation revolves around demonstrating how our products and solutions are at the forefront of enhancing communication efficiency and reliability in critical scenarios.

We will highlight our cutting-edge MCX ONE solution, which is a comprehensive platform designed to meet the diverse needs of mission-critical communication networks. Based on MCX standards, its push-to-X capabilities and advanced features make it a preferred choice for organizations requiring seamless and fast communication. Our solutions will showcase – Consort Digital is exhibiting our products based on product categories:

• Network and Connectivity: Narrowband (TETRA/ DMR) and broadband (4G/ 5G) network solutions in partnership with industry leaders.
• Platform Solutions: MCX Application service with options of Edge, Enterprise On-Prem and Cloud deployment.
• Devices: wide range of CONSORT and third-party complaint narrowband and broadband devices.
• Applications: Mobile applications and dispatch applications that facilitate real-time communication, data sharing, and location tracking for critical operations.

We will also have two User focus areas for – Operators and Transport customers. The Operator User Focus area will showcase specific use cases and solutions designed to be deployed for potential Push To X Manager Service providers and operators while the Transport User Focus area will demonstrate a complete end-to-end solution for Transportation customers.

What are your expectations from the event this year?
Our expectations for Critical Communications World 2024 are very optimistic. We anticipate significant engagement and interaction with industry leaders, experts, and stakeholders who are keen to explore the latest advancements in critical communications technology. These years are the defining time for the shift from narrowband to broadband technologies for mission-critical users. Therefore, the event provides us with a great opportunity to showcase our solutions comprising various options of network and connectivity, platform, devices, and applications.

Our primary objectives include:

1. Networking Opportunities: We look forward to connecting with industry experts and potential partners to discuss collaborations, industry trends, and emerging opportunities in the critical communications sector.
2. Showcasing Innovation: We aim to showcase our latest innovations like the MCX ONE Solution in providing cutting-edge solutions for critical communication networks.
3. Gaining Insights: By participating in discussions and tech tours at CCW 2024, we expect to gain valuable insights into market trends, customer needs and technological advancements shaping the future of critical communications.
4. Collaboration Opportunities: We are open to exploring collaboration opportunities with other industry players, technology providers, and solution integrators to create synergies, drive innovation, and address complex challenges in the critical communications landscape.

What will be your theme of participation at CCW 2024?
The theme of participation at Critical Communications World 2024 for Consort Digital revolves around “Empowering Mission-Critical Communications with Innovation and Collaboration”. This theme encapsulates our commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technologies, fostering collaboration with industry partners, and empowering organizations with robust communication solutions tailored to their specific needs. Through our participation, we aim to highlight how innovation and collaboration are essential pillars in enhancing the efficiency, reliability, and safety of mission-critical communication networks.

How have your regional strategies changed in recent months?
Consort Digital has been focusing on expanding our regional strategies in recent months to align with evolving market dynamics and customer needs. A big part of our regional strategies is to understand the market and the specific requirements of customers. Not all customers are the same worldwide and when migrating from narrowband to broadband, different strategies will work for each user worldwide.

We’ve refined our market segmentation strategies to target specific industries and sectors where our solutions can deliver the most value. This approach allows us to tailor our offerings and messaging to address the unique requirements of each market segment effectively. We have forged strategic partnerships with network connectivity providers (narrowband and broadband), devices and application providers. These partnerships enable us to leverage local expertise, create advanced features and strengthen our presence in key markets.

Do you plan to run any online engagements such as webinars and offline engagements such as tech talks, demos, keynotes, and so on, alongside CCW 2024?
Consort Digital will offer live demos and product showcases at our booth during the event, allowing visitors to interact with our solutions, ask questions, and explore their functionalities.