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Conference: March 16-19, 2026
Exhibits: March 18-19, 2026
West Hall , Las Vegas Convention CenterLas Vegas, NV
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Mission-Critical Direct-Mode Communications: Enhancing D2D Solutions for Public Safety Reliability

Ildefonso De la Cruz  (Sr Principal Analyst, Omdia)
Sagi Subocki  (VP Products & Marketing, Softil)
Roman Kaluta  (Director of Business Development - Public Safety Liaison, JPS Interoperability Solutions)
Steve Hailey  (Product Director, PTT, Network Innovations)
Location: W223
Date: Thursday, March 19
Time: 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Track: First Responders
Topics: Broadband, In-building connectivity, Satellite
Format: Panel Session
Vault Recording: TBD
Ildefonso De la Cruz
Sagi Subocki
Roman Kaluta
Steve Hailey

Explore the critical need for robust Device-to-Device (D2D) communications and Direct Mode Operation (DMO) capabilities in public safety environments where network infrastructure may be compromised, unavailable, or insufficient. As public safety agencies transition to broadband technologies, maintaining and enhancing direct communication capabilities becomes paramount for operational continuity and first responder safety. The integration of 5G Sidelink, satellite NTN direct-to-device, and other emerging technologies represents a paradigm shift in public safety D2D communications.

Takeaway

1. Comprehensive technical specifications for a multi-technology D2D ecosystem optimized for public safety
2. Roadmap for standards development and technology evolution
3. Implementation toolkit for agencies seeking to enhance their direct mode capabilities through advanced technologies