In this featured piece by Security Info Watch, the outlet reports that Singlewire Software has launched a new mobile panic button for its InformaCast mass notification app, letting end users request assistance directly from their mobile phone. Once activated, the user receives instructions and can connect with safety teams by phone directly from the app, while administrators see the person’s location and can send follow-up messages. Paul Shain of Singlewire Software said the tool gives people an immediate way to signal for help when they find themselves in a dangerous situation. The activation event is tracked so information can be relayed to first responders, giving them insight into where to go, who is involved, and what kind of situation they’re responding to.
Key Takeaways
- Singlewire Software launched a new mobile panic button for its InformaCast mass notification app, letting end users request assistance directly from their mobile phone.
- System administrators can create mobile panic buttons within the web interface that appear on designated end users’ InformaCast mobile app.
- When activated, the user receives instructions and can connect with safety teams by phone call directly from the app.
- Administrators are notified when someone activates the button and can see the user’s location through the InformaCast mobile app, along with sending follow-up messages.
- The activation event is tracked so information can be relayed to first responders, giving them insight into location, the people involved, and the nature of the situation.
Original Story
Singlewire Software, a leading mass notification technology developer, has launched a new mobile panic button for its InformaCast mass notification app. End users will be able to request assistance when they are in need of help directly from their mobile phone, and administrators will be able to see who is requesting help and their location.
“We are always looking to develop solutions that allow people to get help as fast as possible,” said Paul Shain, president and CEO of Singlewire Software. “The mobile panic button provides an immediate way for people to signal for help when they find themselves in a dangerous situation.”
System administrators can now create mobile panic buttons from within the web interface that will appear on designated end-users’ InformaCast mobile app. When the user activates the button, they will receive instructions and be able to connect with safety teams via a phone call directly from the app to receive further assistance.