Connecting the unconnected when they need it most

When disaster strikes, Cisco Tactical Operations steps in to provide free and secure communication networks, supporting first responders and helping victims in their hour of greatest need.

35
deployments

in 13 countries on every
major continent.

30
minutes

to set up a secure
network on location.

350
volunteers

Disaster Incident
Response Team (DIRT).

“‘Unbelievable destruction' reported in Tropical Cyclone Pam's wake”

— CNN World, March 14, 2015

After Tropical Cyclone Pam virtually flattened the island nation of Vanuatu, Cisco TacOps deployed in coordination with NetHope and the Vanuatu Government to set up emergency networks across four islands and 15 separate locations.

“Devastation in Nepal...”

— The Atlantic, April 25, 2015

The 8.1 magnitude Nepal earthquake left over 350 million people homeless and totally leveled communication networks across the nation. Within 72 hours—even as aftershocks still rocked the region—Cisco TacOps was on the ground to restore communications and provide advanced network security for first responders and relief Organisations.

“Migrant crisis: Chaos on Greek Islands...”

— Martin Banks, Telegraph, March 27, 2016

In response to the historic number of refugees flooding into Europe, Cisco TacOps joined with Google and NetHope to launch its largest deployment ever—setting up satellite connectivity, secure WiFi networks, and mobile charging stations across 17 locations in Greece and the Balkans.

“‘Unbelievable destruction' reported in Tropical Cyclone Pam's wake”

— CNN World, March 14, 2015

After Tropical Cyclone Pam virtually flattened the island nation of Vanuatu, Cisco TacOps deployed in coordination with NetHope and the Vanuatu Government to set up emergency networks across four islands and 15 separate locations.

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“Devastation in Nepal...”

— The Atlantic, April 25, 2015

The 8.1 magnitude Nepal earthquake left over 350 million people homeless and totally leveled communication networks across the nation. Within 72 hours—even as aftershocks still rocked the region—Cisco TacOps was on the ground to restore communications and provide advanced network security for first responders and relief Organisations.

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“Migrant crisis: Chaos on Greek Islands...”

— Martin Banks, Telegraph, March 27, 2016

In response to the historic number of refugees flooding into Europe, Cisco TacOps joined with Google and NetHope to launch its largest deployment ever—setting up satellite connectivity, secure WiFi networks, and mobile charging stations across 17 locations in Greece and the Balkans.

Read More

Vanuatu — Tropical Cyclone Pam

In the early hours of March 13, 2015, Tropical Cyclone Pam hammered the island nation of Vanuatu with 250 km/h (155 mph) winds. Eight hours later, 90% of the nation's buildings were completely destroyed, affecting more than 132,000 people.

Map data ©2016 Google. Terms

Pam makes landfall on Vanuatu

Pam reaches peak strength (Category 5) {Source: Wikipedia}

News article (live report)

TacOps personnel assessing communication needs on-location in Port Vila

Cisco TacOps Team One departs San Francisco en route to Vanuatu

Pam makes landfall on Vanuatu

Pam reaches peak strength (Category 5) {Source: Wikipedia}

News article (live report)

TacOps personnel assessing communication needs on-location in Port Vila

Cisco TacOps Team One departs San Francisco en route to Vanuatu

Ready to answer the call

When the time comes to “plan, pack, and go” the TacOps team is trained and equipped to be self-sufficient in any location—whether it's the Super Bowl or the side of a volcano.

Cisco TacOps has been critical to the success of NetHope over the past decade.
  • Lauren Woodman,
CEO, NetHope

The tech behind TacOps

What TacOps carries into disaster.

Emergency Communications Kit (ECK)

Cisco CP-7841 Phone (2x)

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Cisco 2901 Router

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Cisco Aironet 2602e Access Points (x2)

Wire crimper, drill, hand tools

Naturally.

Sanitizing wipes, first aid, earplugs

“You might be sleeping on a cot. In the truck. Anywhere. You have to be ready for anything” – Matt Runyan, Network Consulting Engineer, TacOps.

Emergency Communications Kit (ECK)
Emergency Communications Kit (ECK)

Cisco CP-7841 Phone (2x)

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Cisco 2901 Router

See the tech specs

Cisco Aironet 2602e Access Points (x2)

Wire crimper, drill, hand tools

Naturally.

Sanitizing wipes, first aid, earplugs

“You might be sleeping on a cot. In the truck. Anywhere. You have to be ready for anything” – Matt Runyan, Network Consulting Engineer, TacOps.

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And the networks that run them like clockwork.
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CONSERVATION
A proactive approach to saving rhinos—and protecting wildlife for future generations.
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Effective Security
Security as the foundation for innovating.
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AUTOMATED TRUCKS
Transforming one of the world’s most dangerous jobs.
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