Blog Posts

August 27, 2020 Posted by Pocketstop in Mass Notification

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

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 can include software and mobile app .

May 3, 2020 Posted by Pocketstop in Pockestop News, Mass Notification

In the wake of the Paris tragedies, the importance of emergency preparedness and crisis communications is once again highlighted. When the news broke about Paris, I couldn’t help but think to myself “not again.” I was heartbroken for those innocent people that were lost and their families, friends and country. I was angry but I also felt fear. Where will …

April 27, 2020 Posted by Pocketstop in Mass Notification, Resident, Tenant & Vendor Communications

As social distancing and self-isolation become the new normal, many shopping centers are running at limited capacity or have been forced to close down entirely.

March 31, 2020 Posted by Pocketstop in Mass Notification

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

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

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 11, 2020 Posted by Pocketstop in Mass Notification

The rise of the internet and advanced communication systems has transformed the world into a close-knit global village. Irrespective of the size and nature of your business, you are likely operating as part of a global economy. This means your business could face the repercussions of something that happens on the opposite side of the world. A pandemic outbreak, for …

March 5, 2020 Posted by Pocketstop in Mass Notification, COVID-19/Return to Work

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 …

February 10, 2020 Posted by Pocketstop in Mass Notification

An emergency can strike your organization at any time. It comes without any warning, and if you’re not prepared well enough, it can leave a trail of damages. Every organization is susceptible to a variety of emergencies ranging from natural calamities like earthquakes or floods to fires.