Defense
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4G/5G smart base overview
Become a future-ready smart base and improve situational awareness by connecting your technology with 4G/5G devices and business internet.
What is a smart base?
A smart military base is one where technology works seamlessly to enhance every aspect of military operations and readiness, and the quality of life for military families and civilian partners. Learn how Verizon can support a transformation to a smart-base today.
Featured resources
Marine Air Station Miramar and Verizon: the 5G Living Lab
Discover how Miramar leverages our 5G Ultra Wideband network to test concepts on autonomous vehicles, energy management and intelligent gate security.
Wireless business internet for the military
See how our wireless business internet can provide agile, reliable networks to help keep you connected wherever your mission takes you.
Solutions to create smart bases
Learn how our technology solutions and robust service capabilities can help you build a more modern and connected base.
Articles & white papers
White paper Advancing defense infrastructure: Fixed Wireless Access as a catalyst for the DoD’s next-generation connectivity
Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) is positioned as a vital tool in the DoD’s modernization efforts. FWA represents a reliable and flexible alternative or even complement to traditional wired infrastructure, particularly in remote or highly secure areas where conventional connectivity solutions may be impractical or prohibitively expensive.
Article AI in Defense: Revolutionizing military innovations and operations
Military artificial intelligence (AI) is already transforming battlefield operations, providing near real-time insight into on-the-ground conditions so that commanders can make better decisions. Although this is a powerful example, the use cases for AI in defense could be far more expansive and profound than what we've seen so far.
Article How smart military bases are transforming national security
Smart military bases help transform national security, simultaneously increasing military readiness and force projection. By tapping a range of advanced IoT technologies, along with 5G for military use, smart bases operate more securely and efficiently than ever before.
Article Effective Communications and a Higher Quality of Life for Military Personnel and their Families on Installations
Effective communications is the backbone of military base life on installations, impacting both mission success and the well-being of personnel. This article delves into the challenges and innovative solutions, like AI-powered maintenance, advanced surveillance, and enhanced wireless connectivity, aimed to improve base quality of life.
Podcasts
Building a New Communications Infrastructure: How FWA is Revolutionizing DoD Connectivity
Traditional wired connectivity isn’t standing up to Department of Defense’s communications needs in the digital age. How can Fixed Wireless Access help?
5G power for the DoD
Find out how military and industry collaboration is driving success at the 5G Living Lab (part 1), and how VR and AR are delivering value for the DoD (part 2).
Rapid drone mapping for remote military base perimeters
Hear how rapid drone mapping technologies can help the DoD safeguard remote bases and empower public safety teams during critical events, like the Maui wildfires.
How smartwatches can support military readiness
Listen to experts discuss how wearables can improve overall training and keep people connected with GPS tracking, health monitoring and messaging.
Private networks: the gateway to commercial 5G
With a combination of both private and commercial 5G, the DoD can provide optimal solutions for the military—including enhanced logistics, tracking and vehicle maintenance.
Videos & webinars
Webinar Federal Executive Forum: 5G Strategies in Government
5G continues to provide benefits and introduce new opportunities for achieving agency missions. How are agencies profiling a successful 5G strategy and what is the vision for the future? Watch the discussion with Verizon, the DOD and the Navy.
Video The Impact of Private 5G Networks at Military Installations: Dual Use Perspective
But there is a divide to cross in order to fully understand the value and impact 5G can bring to a military installation. How can the military look to utilize the types of private networks that industry already has implemented in support of use cases around training, logistics, and on-base public safety?
News
NaaS overview
Network as a Service (NaaS) solutions help agencies modernize IT systems easily and securely—with a scalable virtualized network.
Articles & white papers
Article Benefits of NaaS for the military and operational readiness
Recent technological advancements like Network as a Service (NaaS) have put this goal within sight. By tapping the benefits of NaaS, the DoD can simplify IT complexity, cut costs, create crucial organizational agility and build a strong foundation for future digital transformation.
Article Satellite and Cellular Connectivity to Advance Military Communications in Remote and Hostile Environments
Secure, resilient communication is vital for military success. With the FCC's new framework allowing satellite-to-cell coverage, we're entering a new era of seamless connectivity. Verizon and Intelsat explore how this development is set to transform DoD operations and ensure uninterrupted communication.
Podcasts & videos
Critical Infrastructure Updates Needed to Support AI Adoption by the Department of Defense
Learn how the DoD's AI adoption strategy requires critical infrastructure updates to support operational efficiency and national security.
Modernizing DoD Networks with Telecom-Hosted Managed “as-a-Service” Platforms
The Department of Defense is modernizing its dispersed and fragmented networks. From enhanced security measures to seamless integration, discover how these innovations are transforming defense communications.
Keeping up with cybersecurity best practices
Get a unique perspective from government security experts about how to create a successful cybersecurity strategy and the challenges involved.
Security overview
Help protect your valuable networks and data, while bolstering your agency’s mission.
Cyber Strategies series
Understanding the benefits of the Defense In-Depth strategy
Explore how to leverage a strategy called Defense In-Depth to purposefully layer tools to protect your network from cyber attacks.
Creating a logging strategy for security
Learn from a Verizon expert about challenges you’ll face when determining what to log, how much to log and how long to keep logs.
Quantifying investments using a cyber kill chain framework
Find out how cyber kill chains can help you measure the effectiveness of cyber defense tools as well as add security.
Podcasts & videos
Zero Trust and 5G: Strengthening the DoD’s Security Framework
Since the DoD established a special team in 2022 to lead 5G adoption, this transformative technology has been at the forefront of AI and IoT solutions. In our podcast Verizon’s Bryan Schromsky and Larry Palkendo discuss the challenges and solutions associated with 5G security for the DoD.
Defending against future quantum threats
Listen to experts break down the benefits of hardening federal infrastructure, and the different quantum types, threats, and zero trust compatibility.
Exploring the new DoD zero trust strategy
Hear industry experts from Verizon and Zscaler discuss how defense agencies can create roadmaps for bringing the new DoD zero trust strategy to life.
Implementing SASE in the federal space
Discover how Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) is becoming important as federal agencies embrace cloud-based applications that create a distributed network as well as offer low latency and high throughput.
Securing future network comms with QKD
Hear how quantum key distribution (QKD) leverages quantum mechanics and may become the future of government cybersecurity.
Resources
2024 Data Breach Investigations Report: Public Sector snapshot
This year, we analyzed 30,458 real-world security incidents. Find out which cyber threats your organization might be up against.
Intelligence community overview
Secure communications and modernize IT infrastructure by leveraging our strong partner ecosystem and reliable resources.
Resources
Enhancing special ops with 5G and edge computing
Learn how 5G and multi-access edge computing (MEC) are about to transform how special ops teams operate in austere zones.
Contracts overview
Help improve collaboration, act quickly and provide consistent services—all with Verizon’s advanced network solutions for government contract vehicles.
Contract vehicles
Spiral 4
Verizon helps agencies procure secure, diversified technology beyond phones and tablets—such as data plans, 4G/5G internet, laptops and wearables—to support mission-critical activities.
NGEN SMIT
Through the Next Generation Enterprise Network (NGEN) Service Management, Integration and Transport (SMIT) contract, the Leidos/Verizon team provides secure end-to-end IT services across networks for the Navy and Marine Corps.
Enterprise Infrastructure Solutions (EIS)
Accelerate modernization efforts, save time and manage costs with our scalable solutions built to help you support constituents and meet mission-critical goals.
Additional contract vehicles
Improve performance and efficiency with our advanced IT solutions that help you address federal government standards. We offer various purchasing and procurement options with attractive terms and pricing.
The Power of the Spiral 4 Contract in Revolutionizing Military Communications
The Department of Defense is set to revolutionize military wireless communication. Learn how the Spiral 4 contract vehicle will support the adoption of next-gen communications technology that goes beyond phones and tablets.
NGEN SMIT resources
Video Transforming voice communications
Current Navy and Marine Corps communications tech includes many disparate vendors and outdated systems, creating a need for centralization and enhanced base modernization.
Press release Delivering voice and data services to the Navy
Verizon Public Sector has been competitively awarded a $15 million task order with Navy Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) through the EIS contract vehicle to deliver voice and data services.
Podcast Assisting the Navy on its path to digital transformation
Learn how NGEN SMIT is helping to modernize the Navy’s IT infrastructure with advanced tools, like service management, service integration and transport services.