AT&T and Avtec Join Forces on Broadband PTT Capabilities

Users of AT&T Enhanced Push-to-Talk -- available on AT&T's large selection of 4G LTE devices -- may now communicate with individual users and talk groups on existing land mobile radio (LMR) systems when connected to Scout. Additionally, AT&T Enhanced Push-to-Talk talkgroups can be presented on the Scout user interface alongside traditional LMR resources, allowing the console operator to communicate with AT&T subscribers, or include them in larger groups with LMR subscribers.

AT&T Enhanced Push-to-Talk is appealing to customers who prefer to carry just one device, and also serves as a cost effective coverage augmentation option. Together with Scout, this solution allows for clear and reliable remote communications and LMR interoperability over 4G, 4G LTE and Wi-Fi networks.

"A person outside his or her LMR coverage area will, in effect, be able to access their radio system -- and to participate in time-sensitive critical conversations -- from anywhere that AT&T's network provides connectivity," said Michael Ridge, Avtec's Director of Strategic Alliances.

Conversely, push-to-talk users can now access the same carrier-class dispatch capabilities that previously were available only to LMR users. This makes Scout the nexus of connectivity for LMR networks, telephony platforms, computer-aided dispatch (CAD) systems, logging recorders, and I/O devices.

"We're seeing more businesses looking to replace or augment their two-way radios with enhanced PTT devices," said Igor Glubochansky, executive director, AT&T Enterprise Mobility. "Our collaboration with Avtec combines best-in-class dispatch functionality with premier PTT capabilities. Companies can benefit from using broadband data applications and instant voice collaboration on a global scale. They're able to boost productivity and enhance communications anywhere they do business."