MCP Appoints Nola Joyce to Board of Directors

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (July 21, 2021)—Mission Critical Partners (MCP), a leading provider of data-integration, consulting, network and cybersecurity solutions, announced the appointment of Nola M. Joyce to its board of directors, effective July 21. Joyce brings nearly 30 years of experience helping public safety agencies achieve higher levels of performance and service.

MCP in the News: First Responders Seek Radio Upgrade

This article originally appeared in MonValley Independent and can be viewed here.

The Washington County Department of Public Safety is getting input from emergency responders regarding the communication system in the county.

MCP Ranked Among Top Professional Services Firms by Engineering News-Record

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (July 15, 2021)—Mission Critical Partners (MCP), a leading provider of data-integration, consulting, network and cybersecurity solutions, earned a spot on the 2021 Top 100 Professional Services Firms rankings, which are published annually by Engineering News-Record (ENR).

MCP Announces Conference for Advancing Public Safety Keynote Speakers

State College, Pa. (June 2, 2021)—Mission Critical Partners (MCP) is pleased to introduce its keynote speakers for the 2021 Conference for Advancing Public Safety (CAPS), which will be presented June 15-16, 2021.

MCP in the News: How to Turn the Data Tsunami into Actionable Intelligence

Better data management and information exchange between the 911 system, LE agencies and the courts will enhance decision-making and improve outcomes

This article originally appeared in Police1 and can be viewed here.

2021 Conference for Advancing Public Safety Registration Opens

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (May 11, 2021)—Mission Critical Partners (MCP) announced today that registration for its second annual Conference for Advancing Public Safety is open. The 2021 edition is two-day, virtual conference for public safety and justice sector leaders. It features four educational tracks that feature a variety of panel discussions and educational presentations. The tracks include:

MCP Launches AI-Powered Endpoint-Protection Solution

State College, Pa. (May 6, 2021)—Mission Critical Partners (MCP) today announced that its proprietary cybersecurity monitoring solution, Mission-Critical NetPulse Secure^SM, now includes an option for endpoint protection, a malware detection-and-response (MDR) solution that detects and blocks malware and ransomware threats.

MCP in the News: Unlocking the Power of ESInets: Different NG911 Provisioning Approaches Exist; Level of Control is Key Differentiator

Unlocking the power of ESInets

Three very approaches exist for provisioning such networks, and level of control is a key differentiator

By Brian Melcer and Jackie Mines

MCP in the News: Ground Broken for 911, EMS Facility

This article originally appeared in Sampson Independent and can be viewed here.

CLINTON — A multi-million dollar project broke ground Friday, one that is expected to bring benefits to the county for years to come.

Just in sight of the Sampson County Detention Center on Fontana Street, a new Sampson County 911 and Emergency Services facility will be built for $18.4 million.

Mission Critical Partners Announces Dates for Virtual Conference

State College, Pa. (April 15, 2021)—Mission Critical Partners (MCP) today announced that it will hold its second-annual educational conference for public safety, justice and other public-sector leaders. The Conference for Advancing Public Safety (CAPS) will take place June 15-16, 2021, in a fully digital experience. The event will feature keynote speakers, educational presentations, roundtable discussions and networking opportunities, all focused on enabling attendees to gather insights and ideas for moving the public safety and justice sectors forward.

Kevin Murray Selected to Receive NG911 Institute’s Leadership Award

Award honors his thought leadership and vision in leading the public safety and justice communities into the future

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (March 31, 2021) — Mission Critical Partners (MCP) announced today that Kevin Murray, the firm’s cofounder and executive chairman, was selected to receive a 911 Honor Award from the NG911 Institute, in the Industry Professional category. The NG911 Institute works to advance deployment of Next Generation 911 systems nationwide.

Joseph Wheeler Selected to Receive IJIS Institute’s Shumate Award

Award recognizes his career-long work to enhance data integration and information sharing in the justice and public safety communities

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (March 12, 2021) — Mission Critical Partners (MCP) announced today that Joseph Wheeler was selected to receive this year’s Robert P. Shumate National Public Safety Contributor to Excellence Award from the IJIS Institute. Wheeler recently joined MCP when the firm acquired Seattle-based MTG Management Consultants, where he served as senior partner and chief executive officer (CEO). Wheeler is an MTG cofounder and led the firm’s justice and courts practice. He serves in a similar role at MCP as vice president of justice and courts.