Blog Posts

October 29, 2019 Posted by Pocketstop in Mass Notification

The advent of information technology (IT) has greatly improved business processes in organizations across the world. Every business, big or small, uses IT to facilitate communication, automate operations, and carry out a plethora of other activities. This, in turn, has helped many companies improve efficiency and generate higher revenue.

October 25, 2019 Posted by Pocketstop in Business Continuity, Mass Notification

Nearly 55% of healthcare companies in the U.S. claimed that they faced cyberattacks. According to the 2018 Horizon Report, almost 100% of all web applications that are connected to critical health systems are vulnerable to cyberattacks.

October 23, 2019 Posted by Pocketstop in Mass Notification

An average shopping mall has anywhere between 50 to 100 stores. In addition, mall sizes can range from a few hundred thousand square feet to millions. In order to deal with so many tenants spread across this vast area, shopping malls need to have a communication plan in place.

September 26, 2019 Posted by Pocketstop in Other

Whether you’re an employee or a business owner, cybersecurity must be at the top of your priority list. You might think that cybercriminals don’t have much to steal from you, but this is far from reality. The threat of cybercrimes is real, and whether you’re an established company or a small one, you’re equally vulnerable.

August 22, 2019 Posted by Pocketstop in Other

Gathering and analyzing data are essential operations for all businesses, regardless of size or industry. In the manufacturing industry, this is even more important, as key performance indicators (KPIs) will significantly contribute to streamlining the production process. Respectively, a poor management of KPIs or not being aware of them will impact your overall activity and cause financial lose or unexpected …

August 20, 2019 Posted by Pocketstop in Other

One of the most common and encumbering issues that property managers are facing is dealing with turnover, as it affects all aspects of the business and can end up generating an extensive array of additional costs. With more and more properties being available each day, keeping tenants happy is mandatory for the overall success of a property management business, but …

August 15, 2019 Posted by Pocketstop in Other

Business continuity strategies and how to deal with the aftermath of work interruptions have always been of main concern to businesses everywhere, regardless of industry. In our technologically-driven times, work interruptions are oftentimes related to IT downtime and the—sometimes hidden—effects of such incidents. Yet regardless of the fact that this sector no longer represents a novelty, the business costs of …

August 12, 2019 Posted by Pocketstop in Other

Every year, the U.S. witnesses a few catastrophic hurricanes that cause significant loss of life and property. This year’s hurricane season is no different, with a couple of cataclysmic ones expected. In 2019, AccuWeather predicts between five and seven named storms, two to four of which may develop into category 3-5 hurricanes. In addition to damaged property, injuries and casualties, …

August 9, 2019 Posted by Pocketstop in Other

In today’s highly interconnected world, crisis management has become one of the top priorities for companies. The internet and social media ensure that news about any major organizational crisis spreads like wildfire. While some organizations are adopting new-age methods to face the impending crisis, others may not be as well-equipped. PwC’s Global Crisis Survey 2019 comes at a crucial time …

August 6, 2019 Posted by Pocketstop in Other

Companies typically purchase products and services to solve a specific problem or achieve a certain goal. However, when evaluating software solutions, it is worthwhile to look for what secondary benefits that same software can provide your organization. While this outcome may not always be a possibility, it is worth considering in order to gain a greater Return on Investment (ROI).