Enabling collaboration across non-profits and companies serving communities around the world with information technology solutions, NetHope received connectivity capabilities from ITC Global in response to the 2015 Tropical Cyclone Pam, which devastated the country of Vanuatu.
Disaster Relief
Providing connection when it's needed most.
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Requirements
Communications technology supporting relief agencies deployed and restoration efforts to communications infrastructure
Rapid deployment of the solution in the aftermath of the storm
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Solution
Donated network services, equipment, technical and engineering support for NetHope and other organizations supporting disaster relief efforts
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Outcome
Restored connectivity at designated sites in regions throughout Vanuatu
Partnered with satellite fleet operators to get capacity up and running in a short period of time
Ultimately enabled faster, better coordination of relief efforts and implemented successful restoration of the islands’ communications infrastructure