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AT & T plays leading role in vaccine distribution across US near real-time where the vaccines are in the distribution process .
AT & T also created an internal ‘ command center ’ to help expedite the turn-up of services for these designated customers taking part in this critical mission . Additionally , healthcare providers are getting overwhelmed with calls from people wanting to know when and where they can get the vaccine .
AT & T is helping healthcare organizations in the US ensure those who need the vaccine get it .
One of the biggest challenges with getting the vaccine to as many people as possible is logistics . But with a tracking solution like AT & T ’ s IoT Fleet Management , the location of the vaccine can be tracked from production to clinic .
AT & T provides the network connectivity for many of the shipping companies that are playing an integral part in the distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine . It supports the connections that enable companies to see in
AT & T is working with providers to address these challenges . Prisma Health in South Carolina is one example . When hundreds of calls for COVID-19 vaccine information flooded the company ’ s 800 number , AT & T set up Interactive Voice Response ( IVR ) to help manage call volumes . IVR is one of AT & T ’ s Contact Center Solutions which combines its secure network and cloudbased platform and services to deliver patient reminders , SMS notices , voice calls and call volume management .
City of Pittsburg and Pittsburg Community Schools collaborate to bridge digital divide
The city of Pittsburg and Pittsburg
Community Schools have worked together to create DragonNet , a high-speed broadband network , that works in the homes of students .
The project means they can access online lessons and stream video and other datarich programming .
“ The pandemic has shone a light on the growing digital divide in our country , but it certainly didn ’ t create the problem ,” said Dr Brad Hanson , Assistant Superintendent , Pittsburg School District .
“ We ’ ve long been aware of the inequalities created by a lack of consistent at home Internet access across our student body , which is essential for day-to-day learning , as well as the completion of research projects and papers that may be assigned as homework .
“ DragonNet is creating a level playing field to ensure every one of our students has access to the resources they need to succeed .”
DragonNet is made possible because of Motorola Solutions ’ Nitro private LTE solution , which runs on Citizens Broadband Radio Service ( CBRS ) spectrum . Nitro is predictable , secure and easy to deploy without complex infrastructure . The antennas have been placed in public spaces and schools are connected directly into the district ’ s network via the city ’ s existing fiber optic cables .
“ We ’ re proud to be among the first cities in the country to deploy a private LTE network like this ,” said Jay Byers , Deputy City Manager , City of Pittsburg .
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