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January 11, 2024 Posted by Pocketstop in Pockestop News, Mass Notification

DALLAS, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — RedFlag by Pocketstop, an award-winning emergency communication solution, proudly announces its outstanding achievement in the recently released G2 2024 Winter Report. RedFlag has been honored with 22 awards, including the “Easiest to Use” category award for proactive notifications, further solidifying its position as an industry leader in mass notification systems. This recognition is based …

August 15, 2024 Posted by Pocketstop in Pockestop News, Mass Notification

DALLAS, August 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — RedFlag, a leader in mass notification software, today announced its latest technology update. This update includes an additional communication channel: desktop alerts. Reaching people quickly and effectively is a complicated task. For companies with a workforce using desktop computers or those with limited access to mobile devices, like receptionists, retail workers, and employees in …

October 21, 2023 Posted by Pocketstop in Pockestop News, Mass Notification

From The 1960s to Today, Mass Alert Technology Has Advanced To Meet Growing Demand

April 5, 2024 Posted by Pocketstop in Pockestop News, Mass Notification

Advances in technology have always come with more advantages than disadvantages, which is why people are always so quick to embrace them. One of these many advances has revolutionized the way in which people are able to send and receive information. This advancement is in the form of mass notification software. These systems can be used in different capacities, by …

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 …

September 26, 2021 Posted by Pocketstop in Pockestop News, Mass Notification

No matter where you work or live a disaster can strike anywhere. Naturally occurring hazards, such as a hurricane or severe thunderstorm, and human-caused hazards, like a fire or civil disturbance, can cause equal opportunity disasters. They don’t judge, they are not biased and they could be coming for you next. In order to protect life and ensure safety, security …

April 12, 2017 Posted by Pocketstop in Pockestop News, Mass Notification

Tips on Writing Messages for Critical Situations President Obama’s speech on Sunday night gave us confirmation that what happened in San Bernardino on December 2nd was, indeed, an act of terrorism. Most of us already concluded this fact based on what the media reported. While the Obama Administration works diligently to fight the threat of terrorism and presidential candidates hash …

November 25, 2015 Posted by Pocketstop in Pockestop News, Mass Notification

Mass Communication Software Increases Coordination During Busy Times BONUS READ: Learn How SMS Can Increase Your Black Friday Sales

August 13, 2014 Posted by Pocketstop in Pockestop News, Mass Notification

Which channel should I use for crisis communication during an emergency? Having a mass notification system at the ready to reach all employees in an organization can be incredibly beneficial in a crisis. An emergency alert system allows for the timely distribution of crisis communication that goes a long way in ensuring the safety and reputation of an organization and …

January 8, 2014 Posted by Pocketstop in Pockestop News

A mass notification system is a valuable tool for every organization that can be used to send out time-sensitive information to a mass audience. Ideally, such a system sends this information through multiple channels, so as to eliminate the odds of the user not receiving the information in time. The communication is usually detailed and descriptive, as opposed to being …