Interoperability Experience and Requirements Ninety-three percent interoperate on daily or weekly basis. Most agencies are confident in their ability to handle routine interoperability situations. VHF and 800 MHz are most common for interoperability. Need for radio communications with Federal, State, and local levels varies. Confidence in agency tied to confidence in LMR system.
Experience builds confidence and expertise.
Less than half use written agreements. Interoperability planning preferences reflect perspective. Awareness of State interoperability plans differs among local and State agencies. Interoperability Shortfalls All sizes and types of agencies experience similar obstacles to interoperability. Limitations in funding affect ability to interoperate for 69 percent of all agencies.