BlackBerry AtHoc "In Process" Finalization for FedRAMP High Authorization
BlackBerry AtHoc has reached the 'In Process' stage for FedRAMP High Authorization status, positioning it to become the first critical event management solution to achieve this designation. Currently used by over 75% of U.S. federal government agencies, AtHoc provides crisis communications and incident response capabilities. The FedRAMP High authorization is designed for securing the government's most sensitive unclassified data in cloud environments. The system has introduced new features including Dynamic Operational Management and Enhanced Geofencing. Existing customers using AtHoc with FedRAMP Moderate will have the option to upgrade once final authorization is achieved.
BlackBerry AtHoc ha raggiunto la fase 'In Corso' per lo stato di Autorizzazione FedRAMP High, posizionandosi per diventare la prima soluzione di gestione degli eventi critici a ottenere questa designazione. Attualmente utilizzato da oltre il 75% delle agenzie del governo federale statunitense, AtHoc offre comunicazioni in situazioni di crisi e capacità di risposta agli incidenti. L'autorizzazione FedRAMP High è progettata per garantire la sicurezza dei dati governativi più sensibili non classificati negli ambienti cloud. Il sistema ha introdotto nuove funzionalità, tra cui la Gestione Operativa Dinamica e il Geofencing Avanzato. I clienti esistenti che utilizzano AtHoc con FedRAMP Moderate avranno la possibilità di aggiornare una volta ottenuta l'autorizzazione finale.
BlackBerry AtHoc ha alcanzado la etapa 'En Proceso' para el estatus de Autorización FedRAMP High, posicionándose para convertirse en la primera solución de gestión de eventos críticos en lograr esta designación. Actualmente utilizado por más del 75% de las agencias del gobierno federal de EE. UU., AtHoc proporciona capacidades de comunicación en crisis y respuesta a incidentes. La autorización FedRAMP High está diseñada para proteger los datos no clasificados más sensibles del gobierno en entornos en la nube. El sistema ha introducido nuevas funciones, incluyendo la Gestión Operativa Dinámica y el Geofencing Mejorado. Los clientes existentes que utilizan AtHoc con FedRAMP Moderate tendrán la opción de actualizar una vez que se logre la autorización final.
블랙베리 아트혹은 FedRAMP High Authorization 상태에 대해 '진행 중' 단계에 도달했으며, 이로 인해 최초의 중요한 사건 관리 솔루션으로서 이 지정을 획득할 수 있는 위치에 있습니다. 현재 미국 연방 정부 기관의 75% 이상에서 사용 중인 AtHoc은 위기 커뮤니케이션 및 사건 대응 기능을 제공합니다. FedRAMP High 승인은 클라우드 환경에서 정부의 가장 민감한 비공식 데이터의 보안을 위해 설계되었습니다. 이 시스템은 동적 운영 관리 및 향상된 지오펜싱을 포함한 새로운 기능을 도입했습니다. 기존 고객은 FedRAMP Moderate와 함께 AtHoc를 사용할 경우 최종 승인을 받은 후 업그레이드할 수 있는 옵션이 제공됩니다.
BlackBerry AtHoc a atteint le stade 'En Cours' pour le statut d'Autorisation FedRAMP High, se positionnant ainsi pour devenir la première solution de gestion d'événements critiques à obtenir cette désignation. Actuellement utilisée par plus de 75 % des agences du gouvernement fédéral américain, AtHoc offre des capacités de communication de crise et de réponse aux incidents. L'autorisation FedRAMP High est conçue pour sécuriser les données non classifiées les plus sensibles du gouvernement dans des environnements cloud. Le système a introduit de nouvelles fonctionnalités, notamment la Gestion Dynamique des Opérations et le Géorepérage Amélioré. Les clients existants utilisant AtHoc avec FedRAMP Moderate auront la possibilité de mettre à niveau une fois que l'autorisation finale sera obtenue.
BlackBerry AtHoc hat die Phase 'In Bearbeitung' für den FedRAMP High Authorization Status erreicht und positioniert sich somit als die erste kritische Ereignismanagementlösung, die diese Bezeichnung erhalten könnte. Derzeit wird AtHoc von über 75 % der US-Bundesbehörden genutzt und bietet Krisenkommunikation sowie Reaktionsmöglichkeiten auf Vorfälle. Die FedRAMP High Autorisierung wurde entwickelt, um die sensibelsten, nicht klassifizierten Daten der Regierung in Cloud-Umgebungen zu sichern. Das System hat neue Funktionen wie Dynamisches Betriebsmanagement und Verbesserte Geofencing eingeführt. Bestehende Kunden, die AtHoc mit FedRAMP Moderate verwenden, haben die Möglichkeit, ein Upgrade vorzunehmen, sobald die endgültige Genehmigung erteilt ist.
- Set to become the first critical event management solution with FedRAMP High Authorization
- Currently serves over 75% of U.S. federal government agencies
- New features added: Dynamic Operational Management and Enhanced Geofencing capabilities
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The FedRAMP High authorization pursuit represents a significant competitive advantage for BlackBerry AtHoc in the federal sector. With
The enhanced features, including Dynamic Operational Management and improved geofencing, position AtHoc strongly against competitors in the critical communications market. This development aligns with Executive Order 14028's cybersecurity requirements, potentially driving increased adoption among federal agencies and security-conscious enterprises.
Once approved, BlackBerry AtHoc will be the first critical event management solution to achieve FedRAMP High Authorization
WATERLOO, ON / ACCESSWIRE / November 21, 2024 / BlackBerry Limited (NYSE:BB)(TSX:BB) today announced that BlackBerry AtHoc® is listed as "In Process" to achieve Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) High Authorization status from the Joint Authorization Board (JAB). Once approved, BlackBerry AtHoc will be the first critical event management (CEM) solution to be authorized for FedRAMP High.
BlackBerry AtHoc is an interoperable CEM system that is trusted by organizations and used by over
FedRAMP High authorization was introduced to secure the government's most sensitive, unclassified data in cloud computing environments, including data that involves the protection of life. It is reserved for the protection of data where the loss of confidentiality, integrity, or availability could be expected to have a severe or catastrophic adverse effect on organizational operations, organizational assets, or individuals. This includes law enforcement and emergency services systems, financial systems, health systems.
"Achieving FedRAMP High authorization is a significant milestone for BlackBerry AtHoc, further validating our commitment to delivering the most secure and compliant critical communications solutions for our customers," said Ramon Pinero, General Manager, BlackBerry AtHoc. "This designation positions BlackBerry AtHoc as the premiere choice for organizations that request the highest levels of security, privacy, and operational flexibility. As BlackBerry's heritage is rooted in secure communications, we're proud to continue being an industry leader."
FedRAMP High authorization denotes that BlackBerry AtHoc delivers the highest level of security and privacy for critical communications. This designation follows several new product features to enhance its capabilities including:
Dynamic Operational Management: Designed to address the complexities of a "super enterprise," enabling organizations to seamlessly accommodate various operational models-centralized, hierarchical, federated, or hybrid. Flexible management across diverse units and locations becomes more efficient by granting operators precise, need-based access. The result is streamlined operations, stronger security, and scalability to meet the demands of any framework.
Enhanced Geofencing: Virtual boundaries enhance safety and situational awareness by tracking when users enter, dwell, or exit specific zones. This capability is ideal for remote and field workers, offering real-time accountability and protection while addressing the unique challenges of isolated or high-risk environments and helping to ensure compliance in regulated industries.
"Following Executive Order 14028, organizations are increasingly concerned with compliance as cybersecurity regulation continues to be a federal priority," said Dubhe Beinhorn, Vice President of Federal Sales and Customer Success, BlackBerry AtHoc. "FedRAMP High authorization will render AtHoc customers the ability to increase security and compliance. As the cybersecurity landscape shifts, and data privacy and cloud security become a greater industry focus, BlackBerry AtHoc will be at the forefront of our customers' needs."
Existing BlackBerry AtHoc customers who currently use AtHoc authorized with FedRAMP Moderate will have the option to upgrade to FedRAMP High once final authorization is achieved.
To learn more about BlackBerry AtHoc, visit BlackBerry.com/AtHoc
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