Satellite Communications (SATCOM)

Global communications solutions for every mission.

For connectivity in remote and underserved areas, or when terrestrial infrastructure is lacking or faltering, Satellite Communications (SATCOM) fills the gap. For over two decades, Nomad has worked with customers in defense, public safety, telco, and other industries to spec, integrate, and support mission-critical SATCOM. As technology advances — from Low Earth Orbit (LEO) networks, to on-the-move antennas — we’ve continued to lead the way. Reach out today to start building the plan that’s right for you.

Solution Overview

• Simple: Nomad manages everything with AlwaysUp™
• Flexible: GEO, LEO, and multi-orbit solutions
• Fast: Guaranteed Committed Information Rate (CIR)*
• Secure: Most packages FedRAMP Certified

*CIR not available from all LEO providers

Why Satellite?

In many cases, near-ubiquitous cellular networks are adequate for voice and data. For critical comms, however, the limitations of cell — congestion, outages, coverage — demand redundancy. Satellite has historically been a key component of any resilient communications solution. With ongoing network expansion and technological advancements, it will remain so. Nomad offers a complete portfolio of end-to-end SATCOM solutions, leveraging:

Geostationary Orbit (GEO) Networks // GEO satellites orbit over 22,000 miles from Earth. Their fixed position relative to the ground means constant coverage and stable bandwidth, which makes them suitable when service must be guaranteed. Nomad offers a complete range of GEO solutions to suit any mission, from commercial to military standards.

Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) Networks // LEO is the new kid on the block, with several rapidly-expanding networks, including Starlink™. LEO satellites orbit at a distance closer to 600 miles, which improves latency over GEO. Equipment tends to be more compact, and in some cases can be utilized on the move. Disadvantages include less stable coverage than GEO, and data rates that can’t always be guaranteed (depending on provider). Like cell, LEO networks are also subject to congestion.

AlwaysUp™ Connectivity as a Service // The most resilient communications solutions seamlessly blend terrestrial and space-based networks into a single super-connection. AlwaysUp does that, adds the intuitive user interface layer of Nomad Total Command™, eliminates administration headaches, and backs it all with a single point of contact for 24/7 x 365 support.

Should You Transition to LEO?

In spite of improving cellular tech, the need for supplemental and gap coverage with satellite hasn’t disappeared. In fact, at the same time as cell networks are advancing, a sea change is happening with satellite. Enter Low Earth Orbit (LEO). Sat services like Starlink™ are making a splash and leaving organizations wondering if, and how, they should make the leap. We have answers (and some questions).

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