Sierra Wireless Launches AirLink® Managed Network Service with FirstNet® Connectivity

Packaging the AirLink® Managed Network Service with FirstNet connectivity brings public safety agencies a robust, out-of-the-box solution for improved operational efficiencies and quick access to critical capabilities

PRESS RELEASE

Vancouver, Canada – Nov. 19, 2019 – Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR) (TSX: SW) today announced the launch of its AirLink® Managed Network Service with embedded FirstNet connectivity. This bundled solution will help public safety agencies of all sizes take advantage of the benefits and capabilities enabled by FirstNet-connected solutions.
The AirLink Managed Network Service expands the breadth of Sierra Wireless’ solutions that are compatible with FirstNet, allowing Sierra to deliver a complete, managed solution with FirstNet connectivity, proactive device management, 24/7/365 technical support and a purpose-built FirstNet Ready™ mobile router in a single package. This eliminates the complexity of maintaining a fleet of mobile devices and enables agencies to resolve device availability and issues up to 50 percent faster. The Service also brings increased security to the end-to-end solution with Sierra Wireless secure private network architecture and by ensuring devices always have the latest security patches installed.
Sold as a subscription service, the AirLink® Managed Network Service provides an easy and affordable way for public safety agencies on tight budgets to transform their operations with leading technologies, rolling FirstNet connectivity for critical communications, situational awareness capabilities and the ability to maintain their fleet of devices at peak performance into one low monthly fee.
Bob Sloan, Chief Operating Officer, FirstNet Program at AT&T, said: “By embedding FirstNet connectivity into the AirLink Managed Network Service, public safety agencies can enjoy an end-to-end solution straight out of the box – accelerating their access to reliable, unthrottled connectivity and the advanced capabilities they need to help save lives. This collaboration with Sierra Wireless not only gives public safety agencies more ways to gain access to the FirstNet communications platform, but it’s also a costeffective way to equip agencies with the critical tools they need and trust to help them accomplish their mission.”
Tom Mueller, Vice President, Enterprise Solutions, Sierra Wireless, said: “Public safety organizations in the U.S. need solutions that can be deployed out-of-the-box to securely connect life-saving technologies to FirstNet. Sierra Wireless’ AirLink® Managed Network Service provides the expertise many agencies need – a tightly integrated & managed solution that’s pre-provisioned for FirstNet and 24/7 services that
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ensure network uptime and availability to guarantee that devices in the field stay connected when they’re needed most.”
The AirLink Managed Network Service provides all the features that have made AirLink the number one choice for public safety agencies, including reliable and rugged AirLink routers, 24/7/365 technical support and more than 20 years of IoT security experience. With built-in FirstNet connectivity, public safety agencies get reliable connectivity that they can count on for mission-critical applications.
Availability
The AirLink® Managed Network Service is sold on a three-year term and available now. To contact the Sierra Wireless Sales Desk, call +1 877-687-7795 or visit https://www.sierrawireless.com/sales.
Resources
• On-demand webinar: My State Has Opted in to FirstNet … Now What? • On-demand webinar: Transforming Public Safety Communications with a FirstNet Ready™ solution – Chester County Story • Whitepaper: The last 4G technology jump before 5G: What LTE-Advanced Pro means for the IoT • Blog: Top 3 Questions Public Safety Agencies Should Answer When Developing a FirstNet Strategy • Blog: What is the Internet of Life Saving Things (IoLST)?
FirstNet and the FirstNet logo are registered trademarks of the First Responder Network Authority. All other marks are the property of their respective owners.

About Sierra Wireless Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR) (TSX: SW) is an IoT pioneer, empowering businesses and industries to transform and thrive in the connected economy. Customers Start with Sierra because we offer a device to cloud solution, comprised of embedded and networking solutions seamlessly integrated with our secure cloud and connectivity services. OEMs and enterprises worldwide rely on our expertise in delivering fully integrated solutions to reduce complexity, turn data into intelligence and get their connected products and services to market faster. Sierra Wireless has more than 1,300 employees globally and operates R&D centers in North America, Europe and Asia. For more information, visit www.sierrawireless.com.

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Contact:
Kim Homeniuk Sierra Wireless Media Relations phone: +1 604 233 8028 pr@sierrawireless.com
David Climie Sierra Wireless Investor Relations phone: +1 604 321 1137 dclimie@sierrawireless.com