Technological advances have led to an increasing convergence of previously separate networks used to transmit voice and data commun. Such interconnectivity poses significant challenges to our nation¿s ability to respond to major disruptions. Two oper. centers -- managed by the Dept. of Homeland Security (DHS) -- plan for and monitor disruptions on voice and data networks. In Sept. 2007, a DHS task force made 3 recommendations toward establishing an integrated operations center that DHS agreed to adopt. To determine the status of efforts to establish this center, this report reviewed documentation, interviewed relevant DHS and private sector officials, and reviewed laws and policies to identify DHS¿s responsibilities in addressing convergence. Illus.
Technological advances have led to an increasing convergence of previously separate networks used to transmit voice and data commun. Such interconnectivity poses significant challenges to our nation¿s ability to respond to major disruptions. Two oper. centers -- managed by the Dept. of Homeland S...