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Flock Safety and Prepared Launch FlockOS® 911 to Enhance Emergency Response During Critical Life-Saving Moments

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

According to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), as many as 10,000 lives could be saved annually with just a one-minute reduction in 911 response times .

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  • According to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), as many as 10,000 lives could be saved annually with just a one-minute reduction in 911 response times .
  • FlockOS® 911, developed in partnership with Prepared , gives Emergency Communications Centers (ECCs) and officers enhanced information, sourced directly from the scene, enabling better decision-making accuracy during high-stakes events.
  • "By ensuring that critical 911 caller information like call audio and livestream video are seamlessly incorporated into the emergency response process, FlockOS® 911 drives lifesaving outcomes for communities and officers."
  • To learn more about Flock Safety’s public safety platform and to schedule a demo, visit www.flocksafety.com .

The Emission Control Catalysts Market to grow by USD 4.24 billion from 2022 to 2027, The report is segmented by Application, Type, and Geography- Technavio

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

Environmental and health pollution caused by the exhaust of vehicles has a significant impact, resulting in ozone depletion and greenhouse gas emissions.

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  • Environmental and health pollution caused by the exhaust of vehicles has a significant impact, resulting in ozone depletion and greenhouse gas emissions.
  • To mitigate greenhouse gas emissions, green standards such as LEED are incorporated in the planning and construction of buildings.
  • The Emission Control Catalysts Market is propelled by a confluence of factors, including the surge in demand for Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) systems and Catalytic Converters.
  • Emission Control Catalysts Market 2023-2027: Key Highlights
    The Automatic Pill Dispensing Systems Market size is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 8.72% between 2022 and 2027.

Mission Critical Partners Selected to Provide Continued Support of Georgia's Statewide NG911 Initiative

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. , Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mission Critical Partners (MCP) announced that the Georgia Emergency Communications Authority (GECA) recently awarded the firm a contract to continue its support regarding the delivery of Next Generation 911 (NG911) service statewide.

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  • In addition, input will be gathered from stakeholders, which is critical because the migration will affect each ECC uniquely.
  • ESInets enable the delivery of emergency calls to NG911-compliant ECCs, while NGCS enable the handling of such calls in the NG911 environment.
  • Earlier this year, the Tennessee Emergency Communications Board awarded the firm a five-year contract to continue its support of the state's NG911 migration, which has been ongoing since 2013.
  • As part of the current contract, MCP will provide ongoing assistance regarding NGCS deployment, GIS integration, and specialized training to assist Tennessee's 134 ECCs with the NG911 migration.

NCT9-1-1 & RapidDeploy Share Vital Tips for Emergency Calls in Honor of National First Responders Day

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

ARLINGTON, Texas, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The North Central Texas Emergency Communications District (NCT9-1-1) is on a mission to improve emergency response with a dedicated program on public safety education, highlighting advancements in Next Generation 9-1-1 (NG9-1-1) solutions. This includes the continued focus of the Learn 9-1-1 application and the increasing role of modern 9-1-1 communication channels, such as live video, 2-way text, smartwatch notifications, plus more. In honor of National First Responders' Day, NCT9-1-1 and RapidDeploy, the leading cloud-native platform for public safety, are asking the public to remember essential guidelines when facing emergencies and contacting 9-1-1.

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  • In honor of National First Responders' Day, NCT9-1-1 and RapidDeploy, the leading cloud-native platform for public safety, are asking the public to remember essential guidelines when facing emergencies and contacting 9-1-1.
  • To support National First Responders Day, an annual celebration on October 28th, dedicated to recognizing the brave individuals, from dispatchers to telecommunicators to field responders, NCT9-1-1 and RapidDeploy have created vital tips when calling 9-1-1.
  • "Our first responders are dedicated to delivering the most effective emergency response for our communities and we want to extend our gratitude to them on National First Responders Day by sharing tips that can transform and improve incident response," said Christy Williams, Director, NCT9-1-1.
  • "National First Responders Day is the perfect moment to further educate the public on the advancements in 9-1-1, and provide guidance on best practices for placing emergency calls.

GeoComm and RapidSOS Empower Emergency Communications Centers to Convert Raw Z-axis Location Data into Dispatchable Locations

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

ST. CLOUD, Minn., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- GeoComm, provider of Public Safety Location Intelligence®, and RapidSOS, creator of the world's first intelligent safety platform, are excited to announce that RapidSOS is offering a Floor Estimator feature powered by GeoComm Vertical Location Services. Currently available for 9-1-1 calls from Android-based devices, this feature empowers RapidSOS customers with the ability to convert raw z-axis position measurements into a dispatchable location. The service provides critical data resulting in reduced emergency response times that saves lives and protects property.

Key Points: 
  • CLOUD, Minn., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- GeoComm, provider of Public Safety Location Intelligence®, and RapidSOS, creator of the world's first intelligent safety platform, are excited to announce that RapidSOS is offering a Floor Estimator feature powered by GeoComm Vertical Location Services.
  • Currently available for 9-1-1 calls from Android-based devices, this feature empowers RapidSOS customers with the ability to convert raw z-axis position measurements into a dispatchable location.
  • GeoComm Vertical Location Services uses nationwide open-source data for elevation and building details to estimate a caller's vertical location along with additional details about that location, such as a building name.
  • To learn more about this integration, visit GeoComm & RapidSOS Partner to Deliver More Actionable Z-axis Data

Verizon Frontline survey reveals 5G, network reliability among top priorities for first responders

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Frontline today revealed the findings of a survey of nearly 2,000 public safety professionals, including first responders from fire and police departments, emergency medical services and emergency management agencies as well as representatives from public safety answering points (PSAPs) and emergency call centers (ECCs).

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  • Network reliability still reigns: Just as they did in last year’s survey, first responders revealed that network reliability and speed are still the most important considerations when selecting a communications provider, with almost half of respondents (48%) saying so.
  • First responders demand a resilient network: Almost three-quarters of respondents (72%) said a reliable and resilient network was most crucial for emergency preparedness and response.
  • The findings underscore the value first responders place on network reliability, the evolution of mobility, and the increasing impact of 5G.
  • “The results of our third annual public safety communications survey once again underscore how important network reliability is to first responders,” said Maggie Hallbach, Senior Vice President, Verizon Public Sector and President, Verizon Frontline.

Versaterm Launches Softphone Emergency Call Handling Solution For NG9-1-1 Compliance

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Thursday, September 14, 2023

OTTAWA, Sept. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Versaterm Public Safety , a global public safety solutions leader, has launched its new softphone solution for emergency call handling, Versaterm Komand911 powered by Komutel.

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  • OTTAWA, Sept. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Versaterm Public Safety , a global public safety solutions leader, has launched its new softphone solution for emergency call handling, Versaterm Komand911 powered by Komutel.
  • The solution supports real-time text and IP call routing, empowering agencies to meet Next Generation 9-1-1 (NG9-1-1) requirements.
  • Additionally, the Komand911 solution provides existing and potential customers with a seamless transition journey for their upcoming softphone considerations.
  • The new Komand911 solution integrates seamlessly with other products in Versaterm’s public safety ecosystem, including the Versaterm CAD system , the Komlog solution for emergency call recording, the Unanswered Call Management System, and more.

RapidSOS and Emergency24 Partner to Improve Response Time and Accuracy of Dispatch Information for Commercial Fire Incidents

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

With the launch of digital alerts, Emergency Communication Centers (ECCs) nationwide will receive dispatch information from monitoring centers in real-time, eliminating the need for a phone call.

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  • With the launch of digital alerts, Emergency Communication Centers (ECCs) nationwide will receive dispatch information from monitoring centers in real-time, eliminating the need for a phone call.
  • Combined with RapidSOS' capability to triage incidents by the criticality of a situation, emergencies that include commercial fire signals will be addressed faster.
  • Timing is of the essence in addressing these incidents," explained Edward Parkinson, president of public sector at RapidSOS.
  • "This partnership between Emergency24 and RapidSOS empowers field responders via IamResponding with the contextual data to better prepare and respond to commercial fires."

Tennessee Emergency Communications Board Awards Contract to Mission Critical Partners for Continued Support of Statewide Next Generation 911 Initiative

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023

State College, Pa., July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mission Critical Partners (MCP) announced that the Tennessee Emergency Communications Board (TECB) recently awarded the firm a five-year contract to continue its support of the initiative to deliver Next Generation 911 (NG911) service statewide.

Key Points: 
  • State College, Pa., July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mission Critical Partners (MCP) announced that the Tennessee Emergency Communications Board (TECB) recently awarded the firm a five-year contract to continue its support of the initiative to deliver Next Generation 911 (NG911) service statewide.
  • NG911 is comprised of local and regional emergency services Internet Protocol networks (ESInets), which enable the delivery of 911 calls into each of the 100 emergency communications districts (ECDs) across the state.
  • Second, NG911 systems generate more data than legacy 911 systems, enhancing situational awareness and enabling emergency responders to do their jobs more effectively and safely.
  • "More importantly, we're grateful for the opportunity to continue our support of this extremely important initiative."

RapidSOS and Sfara partner to offer enterprises crash detection and emergency-response for easy integration into mobile apps

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Tuesday, July 25, 2023

HOBOKEN, N.J., July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sfara works with global organizations wanting to offer smartphone-based safety features to customers or employees. RapidSOS, the intelligent safety platform, securely links life-saving data from over 500M devices, apps, and sensors directly to RapidSOS Safety Agents, 911 and first responders.

Key Points: 
  • Sfara and RapidSOS have partnered to provide Emergency Communications Centers (ECCs) vehicle crash data to aid in emergency response, while also providing a cost-effective, easily integrated solution.
  • HOBOKEN, N.J., July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sfara works with global organizations wanting to offer smartphone-based safety features to customers or employees.
  • RapidSOS, the intelligent safety platform, securely links life-saving data from over 500M devices, apps, and sensors directly to RapidSOS Safety Agents, 911 and first responders.
  • Ultimately, this enables timely decisions that can save lives," said Ed Parkinson, President of Public Sector at RapidSOS.