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.
Half say different bands have a serious impact on ability to interoperate.
Lack of adequate planning is a severe obstacle for 3 out of 10 agencies Different coverage areas complicate interoperability for 27 percent of agencies. Human and institutional limitations are a moderate problem. Limitations in commercial services do not hinder interoperability. Agencies are split on value of State or Federal mandates. Agencies expect improved interoperability with new systems.