Recognition highlights CommandCore’s modular approach to mission-critical command and control across multi-domain defense environments

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Getac North America (Getac), a leading provider of rugged computing and mobile video solutions and a manufacturer with advanced in-house capabilities, today announced that CommandCore, its modular, mission-configurable drone control solution, has been named a Silver honoree in the Military + Aerospace Electronics (MAE) 2026 Innovators Awards.

At its core, CommandCore is a configurable Ground Control Station (GCS) that serves as a centralized hub for real-time command and control of unmanned aerial, surface, and ground vehicles (UAVs, USVs and UGVs), supporting operations across land, sea and air. Instead of relying on rigid, fixed-configuration drone control systems, CommandCore uses a modular architecture that can be configured around the mission. It pairs Getac’s commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) rugged computing platforms, spanning tablets, laptops and high-performance workstations, with defense-specific accessories, payloads and software. This allows units to build the control environment each mission requires, from lightweight, field-deployable setups to high-powered command stations capable of processing complex data streams in real time.

CommandCore offers GCS Solutions in multiple form factors, from fully integrated control units and modular separated configurations to office dock stations, enabling deployment across fixed command posts, mobile units and dismounted operations without requiring separate specialized systems. By consolidating multiple mission roles into a single configurable platform, CommandCore can help reduce equipment redundancy, simplify training across the force, and lower total cost of ownership.

Modern defense operations require coordination across domains under rapidly changing conditions, and CommandCore is designed to be reconfigured as mission requirements evolve. A unit conducting intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) can deploy a lightweight, dismounted configuration, while a mobile command element can operate a system for enhanced situational awareness, all from the same core solution. Ultimately, this versatility allows defense teams to adapt to dynamic environments quickly, relying on a single, scalable solution to maintain command and control.

CommandCore’s modular design also has mission-specific control layouts tailored to different operations, allowing operators to perform with enhanced efficiency in fast-moving environments.

Key capabilities include:

• Customizable control interface: Mission-specific layouts and input options let operators tailor controls for intuitive, precise execution during high-pressure field deployments.
• Open ecosystem and third-party interoperability: CommandCore is designed to integrate with diverse drone platforms and third-party technologies, allowing organizations to leverage existing fleets and software investments while reducing vendor lock-in. Furthermore, as a rugged leader, Getac’s core manufacturing capabilities serve as a critical foundation for industry partners looking to scale their innovations, particularly those that prefer to not manufacture GCS controllers themselves.
• TAA and NDAA-Compliant COTS Customization: Getac’s unique customization capabilities as a COTS manufacturer allow defense organizations to rapidly scale and deploy directly to service members. Additionally, CommandCore solutions are designed to meet all applicable TAA and NDAA requirements, supporting secure and reliable deployments for mission critical operations.
• Rugged, real-time performance: Built on Getac’s proven rugged computing platforms, CommandCore processes and presents sensor data in real time, enabling faster, more informed decisions from the forward operating base to the joint operations center.

The 2026 MAE Innovators Awards celebrate outstanding innovation in the defense and aerospace engineering industry. Each year, MAE showcases and rewards companies, designers, and innovators who have contributed to the advancement of technology through their creative and impactful designs. Platinum, Gold, and Silver honorees are selected by the qualified judging panel, which is chosen by the editorial staff at Military + Aerospace Electronics and revealed each fall.

“This recognition validates Getac’s commitment to giving defense organizations more flexible, mission-ready solutions,” said Dante Conrad, Vice President of Federal Sales at Getac North America. “With CommandCore, we set out to give military operators the flexibility to configure their capabilities around the mission, not the other way around, while supporting the RF, satellite and mesh network communications environments they operate in, alongside the platforms and technologies they already rely on.”

To learn more about CommandCore, please visit www.getac.com.

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About Getac

Getac Technology Corporation is a global leader in AI-capable rugged mobile technology and intelligent video solutions, including laptops, tablets, software, body-worn cameras, in-car video systems, digital evidence management and enterprise video analytics solutions. Getac’s solutions and services are designed to enable extraordinary experiences for frontline workers in challenging environments. Today, Getac serves customers in over 100 countries spanning defense, public safety, ambulance, fire & rescue, utilities, automotive, natural resources, manufacturing, transport, and logistics. Getac was recognized as one of Newsweek’s “World’s Most Trustworthy Companies” for 2024. For more information, visit www.getac.com. Participate in the Getac Industry blog or follow the company on LinkedIn and YouTube.

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