WASHINGTON, DC – Verizon Business has signed a new contract with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) worth more than $21 million in the first year.
This agreement will allow USDA to increase its connectivity capabilities across the United States and support more than 60,000 service lines. Verizon provides wireless services and service-enabled devices. The deal also creates the potential for mobile broadband (MBB) to connect laptops across the agency’s numerous field offices. USDA’s partnership with Verizon Business helps ensure USDA operates with cutting-edge technology wherever its mission takes it.
USDA’s mission is more important than ever as we leverage technology to meet the demands of modern agriculture and rural development. By integrating advanced connectivity solutions, the Department of Agriculture has the ability to manage vast amounts of data, streamline operations, and make informed decisions that impact food security, agricultural productivity, and rural communities. strengthen. This partnership underscores USDA’s commitment to leveraging technology to increase efficiency and improve service delivery across the United States, from strengthening precision agriculture practices to ensuring timely disaster response and resource management. .
“We are proud to partner with the Department of Agriculture to provide advanced connectivity solutions that will enhance the Department’s operations and drive innovation across the Department,” said Michael, Vice President of Federal Civilian Services at Verizon.・Adams says. “This agreement not only reflects USDA’s confidence in Verizon’s capabilities, but also underscores our shared commitment to leveraging technology in ways that directly support USDA’s critical mission. ”
Verizon Business is a leading provider of communications services to the U.S. federal government and one of the largest providers of advanced communications and information technology services worldwide.
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