Cisco and Presidio Partner to Bring Telehealth to North Carolina Prisons

Cisco and Presidio Partner to Bring Telehealth to North Carolina Prisons

The Webex-based solution has saved the state $20 million so far, with savings continuing to increase. Meghan Steele, Cisco’s vice president of public sector, highlights the role of partner Presidio in overcoming challenges of installing technology in correctional facilities due to concrete structures and security concerns. Cisco’s State and Local Government Education practice, led by … Read more

Cisco and Presidio Collaborate to Provide Telehealth Services to North Carolina Prisons

Cisco and Presidio Collaborate to Provide Telehealth Services to North Carolina Prisons

During the COVID-19 lockdown, telehealth solutions became crucial for populations worldwide, including those in prisons. Traditionally, inmates with health issues had to be escorted by guards to external medical facilities, which was not possible during the pandemic. To address this issue, the North Carolina Department of Adult Corrections (DAC) implemented a telehealth service in 54 … Read more