In November 2006, Essex Corporation was acquired by Northop Grummen. Essex Corporation, through its subsidiaries, provides signal processing, image processing, information processing, information assurance, and engineering innovations for the U.S. Government intelligence and defense customers. The firm provides processing solutions using optical, optoelectronic, and software technology within the five business areas: Signal Processing, Image Processing, Information Processing, Information Assurance, and Engineering Innovations. The companys Signal Processing solutions include integrated signal processing solutions, advanced optical signal processors, radar signal processors, and communications and networks. Its Image Processing business includes 3-D imaging and geographic information systems. The companys Information Processing business includes cognitive processing and critical information infrastructure services. Essex Corporations Information Assurance business includes information and network security solutions, as well as information warfare. Its Engineering Innovations include embedded systems, and engineering design, development, and deployment.