The new turnkey simulcast 700/800 MHz P25 radio system, slated for completion in mid-2012, will provide New Bern first responders with enhanced radio coverage, improved safety features and interoperable communications. Additionally, the new radios will operate with local and state government public safety agencies, as well as non-governmental public service entities throughout North Carolina.

“Our goal is to harness all of our mission critical information and create one clear picture to keep our radio communications strong, and our citizens safe,” said Frank Palombo, New Bern’s recently retired police chief. “As such, we need a flexible, robust solution that will help New Bern migrate to state-of-the-art technology without costing a fortune – and CII’s network provided the perfect fit.”

More than 500 Harris Unity® XG-100P full-spectrum multiband portable radios will be distributed among the city’s police, fire, and public works departments, as well as CarolinaEast Medical Center, the local hospital.

In addition, CII is integrating Harris Corporation’s VIDA™ (Voice, Interoperability, Data and Access) platform that accommodate other agencies’ systems, users and new applications as the city’s needs expand. The VIDA core network will allow New Bern to easily and affordably update from P25 Phase 1 to P25 Phase 2 over time.

With more than 35 years of proven service to the public safety community, CII is the vendor of choice for many North Carolina agencies, including Johnston County, Hartnett County, Greenville Utilities, Wayne County and Franklin County.

About CII

CII is an internationally recognized systems integrator and software company with expertise in wireless voice, data and networking technology. Working with leading manufacturers and software companies, CII helps mission critical, public safety, transit and utility networks clients achieve their vision by fitting best in breed technologies together from concept to implementation. An employee-owned company with 10 locations and 180 employees, including engineers, software developers, technicians, project managers and subject matters experts, CII supports operations and projects across the U.S. and abroad.www.ask4cii.com and www.fatpot.com.

About Harris Corporation

Harris is an international communications and information technology company serving government and commercial markets in more than 150 countries. Headquartered in Melbourne, Florida, the company has approximately $6 billion of annual revenue and more than 16,000 employees — including nearly 7,000 engineers and scientists. Harris is dedicated to developing best-in-class assured communications® products, systems, and services. Additional information about Harris Corporation is available at www.harris.com.