TCS expands services to MetroPCS

TeleCommunication Systems has signed a multi-year contract agreement to provide Hosted Mobile Positioning Center and Hosted Position Determining Entity services for E9-1-1 to MetroPCS customers in Boston, New York City and Philadelphia. MetroPCS is provider wireless broadband personal communication services. According to Telecommunication Systems (TCS), its E9-1-1 solution enables wireless operators to comply with phase I and phase II of the FCC’s mandate, while providing the life-saving emergency services and security that wireless consumers expect.

Using open architecture of its Xypoint location platform, the company enables wireless operators to deliver wireless E9-1-1 call location information to the appropriate Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP). In addition to its proprietary technology platform, TCS provides operators with end-to-end support and all aspects of deployment, from switch integration, database management and geographic information services, to compliance expertise, services to PSAPs and cost-recovery assistance.

Dan Allen, senior vice president of service bureau for TCS, said: “A significant aspect of this deal is that MetroPCS continues to have the confidence and trust in TCS to provide vital E9-1-1 services to both existing as well as new markets such as Boston, New York City and Philadelphia.” By Staff Writer