Integrating your Access Control System with a Mass Notification System (MNS) offers a robust approach to safeguarding occupants and assets and streamlining emergency response. We recommend equipping your MNS with seamless integration with third-party access control systems and one-touch activation.
Read MoreSchool safety is of the utmost importance for everyone. When critical incidents occur, they require rapid response from authorities. New legislation like Alyssa's Law improves this crucial aspect of safety, focusing specifically on emergency communications within schools. Alyssa's Law specifically mandates silent alarms in all K-12 school facilities. These alarms connect directly to local law enforcement, bypassing traditional 911 call centers, which saves crucial time.
Read MoreOrganizations in various industries must comply with different mass notification codes and mandates to protect lives and property from potential dangers. This blog guides organizations across many sectors on the standards of NFPA 72 and how to satisfy them.
Read MoreIn critical situations, rapidly disseminating information via emergency notification systems is crucial. Among the various communication methods available, Short Message Service (SMS) text messaging stands out as a particularly effective solution for emergency alerts. In this blog, we share best practices for how organizations can leverage the power of SMS to communicate effectively during emergencies.
Read MoreOrganizations can promote safe working environments by implementing a mass notification system (MNS), which helps to mitigate workplace accidents and injuries. In this blog, we will share five ways your workplace can comply with OSHA standards via mass notification.
Read MoreThe damage and disruption of hurricane wind and floods pose a significant risk to business continuity, so proper preparation is key. We discuss key steps organizations should take during Hurricane Season to ensure that 1) employees know what to do before, during, and after a hurricane, and 2) they can communicate effectively in any severe weather event.
Read MoreThis blog highlights why an MNS is essential for protecting visitors and employees at historic landmarks and minimizing the destruction of historic structures during natural disasters and human threats.
Read MoreTechnology plays a critical role in the safety of organizations, government entities, and school administrations. Within this blog, we’ll discuss what innovative technologies are on the rise in 2025 and how Alertus can help you stay ahead of this year’s predicted trends.
Read MoreA mass notification system is crucial for communicating with building occupants during emergencies like natural disasters, security threats, active shooters, or fires. Read on for tips on distributing emergency notifications broadly across commercial buildings using Alertus.
Read MoreAn effective crisis communication plan is crucial for ensuring safety and maintaining business continuity in a natural disaster. To help you better prepare for natural disaster emergencies, here are five examples of communication tools you should consider incorporating into your mass notification system (MNS).
Read MoreDuring a wildfire, municipalities must be prepared to send emergency alerts to affected communities, and businesses must swiftly notify personnel with evacuation and safety instructions. Since wildfires spread extremely fast, every second counts. In this blog, we share steps all organizations can take to prepare for wildfires and enhance communication with their employees.
Read MoreBecause front desk employees serve as an organization’s first line of defense, they should be prepared to quickly identify and respond to emergencies or suspicious activity. To strengthen security, organizations should consider installing a mass notification system that can be activated or used to alert appropriate parties directly and discreetly from the front desk.
Read MoreThe oil and gas industry plays a critical role in the global economy but can pose a hazardous environment for employees in both onshore and offshore drilling sites. With a customizable mass notification system (MNS), you can keep your people safe and informed.
Read MoreMost healthcare facilities have mass notification systems (MNS) in place but may be limited to traditional PA systems. This blog will explore common challenges healthcare facilities face and solutions for enhancing mass notification and emergency response.
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