Motorola Solutions Acquires 3tc Software, a Provider of Control Room Software Solutions for Fire and Rescue Services and Police
Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI) has acquired 3tc Software, a UK-based provider of control room software solutions for Fire and Rescue Services and Police. 3tc's computer-aided dispatch (CAD) software enhances 999 call-taker efficiency by displaying real-time caller location and nearest emergency responder data on a single screen. The acquisition expands Motorola's Command Center portfolio, particularly in UK Fire and Rescue Services. The two companies have collaborated for over five years serving UK emergency services. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI) ha acquisito 3tc Software, un fornitore britannico di soluzioni software per sale di controllo per i servizi di emergenza e la polizia. Il software di dispatch assistito da computer (CAD) di 3tc migliora l'efficienza degli operatori delle chiamate di emergenza mostrando in tempo reale la posizione del chiamante e i dati del più vicino soccorritore su un'unica schermata. L'acquisizione amplia il portafoglio Command Center di Motorola, in particolare nei servizi di emergenza del Regno Unito. Le due aziende collaborano da oltre cinque anni per servire i servizi di emergenza del Regno Unito. I termini finanziari non sono stati resi noti.
Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI) ha adquirido 3tc Software, un proveedor con sede en el Reino Unido de soluciones de software para salas de control para los servicios de bomberos y rescate y la policía. El software de despacho asistido por computadora (CAD) de 3tc mejora la eficiencia de los operadores de llamadas de emergencia al mostrar en tiempo real la ubicación del llamador y los datos del responder más cercano en una sola pantalla. La adquisición amplía el portafolio de Command Center de Motorola, particularmente en los servicios de bomberos y rescate del Reino Unido. Ambas empresas han colaborado durante más de cinco años al servicio de los servicios de emergencia del Reino Unido. Los términos financieros no fueron revelados.
모토로라 솔루션즈 (NYSE: MSI)가 3tc 소프트웨어를 인수했습니다. 3tc 소프트웨어는 영국에 본사를 둔 소방 및 구조 서비스 및 경찰을 위한 제어실 소프트웨어 솔루션 제공업체입니다. 3tc의 컴퓨터 지원 배차(CAD) 소프트웨어는 긴급 통화의 위치와 가장 가까운 응급 구조원의 데이터를 단일 화면에 실시간으로 표시하여 긴급 통화 처리의 효율성을 향상시킵니다. 이번 인수로 모토로라의 Command Center 포트폴리오가 확장되며, 특히 영국의 소방 및 구조 서비스 분야에서 더욱 두드러집니다. 두 기업은 5년 이상 영국의 긴급 서비스에 협력해왔습니다. 재정적 조건은 공개되지 않았습니다.
Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI) a acquis 3tc Software, un fournisseur britannique de solutions logicielles pour les salles de contrôle des services d'incendie et de secours ainsi que de la police. Le logiciel de répartition assistée par ordinateur (CAD) de 3tc améliore l'efficacité des opérateurs de secours en affichant en temps réel la localisation de l'appelant et les données du répondant d'urgence le plus proche sur un seul écran. Cette acquisition élargit le portefeuille Command Center de Motorola, notamment dans les services d'incendie et de secours britanniques. Les deux entreprises collaborent depuis plus de cinq ans au service des services d'urgence britanniques. Les termes financiers n'ont pas été divulgués.
Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI) hat 3tc Software übernommen, einen britischen Anbieter von Softwarelösungen für Leitstellen für Feuerwehr- und Rettungsdienste sowie Polizei. Die computerunterstützte Dispatch-Software (CAD) von 3tc verbessert die Effizienz der Notrufbearbeiter, indem sie den Standort des Anrufers und die Daten des nächstgelegenen Einsatzteams in Echtzeit auf einem Bildschirm anzeigt. Die Akquisition erweitert das Command Center-Portfolio von Motorola, insbesondere in den britischen Feuerwehr- und Rettungsdiensten. Die beiden Unternehmen arbeiten seit über fünf Jahren zusammen, um die Notdienste im Vereinigten Königreich zu unterstützen. Finanzielle Einzelheiten wurden nicht bekannt gegeben.
- Strategic expansion of Command Center portfolio in UK emergency services market
- Integration of established partner with 5+ years of collaboration history
- Enhancement of existing CAD capabilities for Fire and Rescue Services
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The acquisition of 3tc Software strengthens Motorola Solutions' position in the emergency services software market, particularly in the U.K. The deal adds specialized CAD software capabilities focused on Fire and Rescue Services to MSI's existing police-oriented solutions. This strategic move has several key implications:
- Expands MSI's Command Center portfolio with complementary technology
- Leverages existing 5-year partnership, reducing integration risks
- Enhances market presence in the U.K. emergency services sector
- Adds specialized single-screen interface technology for emergency response
While financial terms weren't disclosed, this acquisition aligns with MSI's strategy of growing its software and services segment, which typically carries higher margins than hardware. The technology integration should create cross-selling opportunities across MSI's customer base.
This acquisition represents a strategic expansion in the public safety software market, which is experiencing growing demand for integrated command center solutions. The deal strengthens MSI's competitive position against rivals like Tyler Technologies and Hexagon in the emergency services software segment. Key market implications include:
- Enhanced product offering in the growing CAD software market
- Improved penetration in the U.K. emergency services sector
- Potential for geographic expansion of 3tc's solutions through MSI's global channels
The timing aligns with increasing government investment in emergency response infrastructure modernization, particularly in developed markets.
Control Room Software Solutions. (Photo: Motorola Solutions)
3tc’s computer-aided dispatch (CAD) software is designed to maximize 999 call-taker speed and efficiency in high-stress environments. The single-screen software gathers and synthesizes critical data that enables call takers to display the real-time location of the caller and the closest emergency responders to more quickly dispatch help to those in need.
“Every second counts in an emergency, and call takers count on CAD software to efficiently document critical information and quickly connect those in need with those who can help,” said Mahesh Saptharishi, executive vice president and chief technology officer, Motorola Solutions. “We’ve long supported U.K.’s police agencies with advanced dispatching capabilities, and this acquisition expands our Command Center portfolio with a solution specifically designed for Fire and Rescue Services.”
3tc and Motorola Solutions have worked together to serve the
“We are very excited to join Motorola Solutions,” said David Todd, CEO, 3tc Software. “We share a focus on developing solutions that streamline emergency workflows and are excited to enhance the services we deliver to our emergency services customers.”
Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
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Note: Motorola Solutions has been a reseller of 3tc Software’s CAD solution in the
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