- Wednesday, October 16, 2024
By Adriano Marchese
BlackBerry has recently announced that it has secured a contract to create and sustain a new super-enterprise for its personnel emergency notification system, also known as PENS, for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity Contract
The contract is of the indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity type, which means that it allows for an undetermined quantity of products or services to be provided over the seven-year lifetime of the agreement.
Partnership for Success
In order to deliver on the software and services contract, BlackBerry will partner with American Systems and 4 Points Technology. This partnership will ensure the successful implementation of the PENS solution for DHS and all its components.
Enhanced Communication and Visibility
The U.S. agency is expected to utilize BlackBerry AtHoc, a secure critical event-management solution, as a department-wide communication and visibility PENS solution for all its employees and contractors.
Financial Details Not Disclosed
While the financial details of the contract were not disclosed, it highlights BlackBerry's continued focus on providing innovative solutions to critical industries like homeland security.
Separation of IoT and Cybersecurity Business Units
In other news, BlackBerry recently announced its plan to pursue an initial public offering for its Internet-of-Things (IoT) business. This move will separate the IoT and Cybersecurity business units into two independent companies, allowing for better focus and growth opportunities.
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