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Voice of the Customer: KIPP NYC Public Charter Schools’ Perspective on Enhancing School Safety and Communication with Mass Notification Software

In June 2022, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed Alyssa’s Law. This law requires schools to consider incorporating silent panic alarm systems in their school safety plans. KIPP NYC Public Charter...

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Satellite-enabled text to 911

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Supplemental Coverage from Space: Because Emergencies Don’t Wait for Coverage

My son, who works providing camp equipment and services to firefighters in remote areas, recently returned home after two weeks supporting crews...

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National First Responder Day

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National First Responders Day: Honoring Those Who Answer the Call

Every day, across the nation, first responders step up to the plate. Firefighters, law enforcement officers, paramedics, EMTs, 9-1-1...

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Charlie Gifford

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Employee Spotlight: Charles Gifford, Intrado VP of Information & Cybersecurity

At Intrado, we believe that the strength of our cybersecurity program lies not just in our technology, but the people who lead it. One of those...

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From Preschool to Project Management: How Mariana Salazar Found Her Path at Intrado

Not every career begins where you think it will. For Mariana Salazar, her journey into the world of emergency communications didn’t start in a tech...

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E9-1-1 Compliance Challenges: Why Some Enterprises Keep Falling Behind

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) enacted Kari’s Law and RAY BAUM’S Act to enable direct dial to 9-1-1 without prefixes, provide real-time...

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988

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Supporting Communities Through 988: Suicide Prevention Week 2025

Every year, communities across the country recognize Suicide Prevention Week as a time to raise awareness, provide education, and reduce stigma...

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