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August 27, 2020 Posted by Pocketstop in hurricane preparedness, Mass Notification System

As if we didn’t have enough to worry about, Hurricane Laura is bearing down on Louisiana and Texas potentially bringing along with it severe damage and potentially a lives lost. Keep in mind that in 2019, AccuWeather said that more than $22 billion in hurricane-related damages were reported which this year has the potential to surpass.

August 20, 2020 Posted by Pocketstop in Mass Notification System

If the COVID-19 pandemic has taught us anything it is that emergencies can happen at any moment — severe weather, natural disasters or active shooters. These are events that threaten employee safety and impact business operations. Businesses need to choose the right emergency communications strategy, which includes a modern emergency mass notification system.

March 31, 2020 Posted by Pocketstop in Mass Notification System, Pandemic, RedFlag

The COVID-19 pandemic has been causing widespread panic and trepidation. It has already infected over 240,000 people and killed more than 10,000 across more than 160 countries. Health care facilities across the globe are getting overwhelmed by the rising number of patients. Moreover, many countries have commenced national lockdowns, which, in turn, is taking a toll on the global economy.

March 26, 2020 Posted by Pocketstop in business continuity, Mass Notification System, RedFlag

Pandemics have the power to disrupt life across the globe. The raging COVID-19 pandemic has claimed more than 15,000 lives in a span of a few months. It has also taken a toll on the global economy forcing many organizations to shut down temporarily. Several small businesses have had to lay off their employees and now face the threat of permanent …

March 24, 2020 Posted by Pocketstop in Mass Notification System, Pandemic, Pandemic Resources, RedFlag

A pandemic isn’t just a public health crisis. It has a significant impact on the global economy, as well. The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic is already taking a toll on businesses across the globe. While many organizations face temporary closure, small businesses may have to shut their doors permanently.

March 5, 2020 Posted by Pocketstop in Coronavirus, Emergency Notification System, Mass Notification System, RedFlag

The coronavirus outbreak, which originated in the Chinese city of Wuhan in December 2019, has been causing widespread panic. Despite continued efforts to contain the Coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, epidemic, it has already claimed thousands of lives in various countries. Even though the outbreak has slowed in China, it is gaining momentum in other countries including the U.S. According …

January 17, 2020 Posted by Pocketstop in business continuity, IT Outage, Mass Notification System, RedFlag

The advent of modern technology has made businesses increasingly dependent on computers and the internet. From storing confidential data to making sales pitches – your business requires computer systems for almost every task. Moreover, you likely use internet-based communication systems to communicate with your employees, clients, and other stakeholders. Unfortunately, the growing dependence on technology also puts you at the …

December 19, 2019 Posted by Pocketstop in EHS, Manufacturing, Mass Notification System, RedFlag

Just like all the other professionals out there, the Environmental, Health, & Safety (EHS) profession changes with time too. If you wish to remain at the top of your industry, you must keep up with the latest trends. This allows you to implement the industry best practices ensuring you’re always seen as an asset, not a liability, by your company. …

December 4, 2019 Posted by Pocketstop in cyberattack, Mass Notification System, RedFlag

Cyber attacks have become commonplace, so much so that there’s an attack every 39 seconds effecting 1 in 3 Americans every year. However, individuals aren’t the only targets of hackers. Businesses lose millions of dollars every year due to cyber attacks. In fact, the NotPetya ransomware attack cost Merck over $300 million every quarter.

December 2, 2019 Posted by Pocketstop in Emergency Action Plan, Mass Notification System, RedFlag

Emergencies require you to be prepared at all times. Regardless of your industry, calamities can strike without any warning, and you need to be ready to deal with them. If you’re left off guard, it can lead to a significant loss of life and property.