Broward schools botched an effort to replace outdated high school intercom systems with ones equipped to assist in an emergency, resulting in more than 60% of schools not having “properly functioning” ...

In the 25 years since the Columbine High School tragedy, we’ve learned a lot about incident response and crisis communications in schools. One of the key lessons we’ve learned is that every second ...

Many emergency notification and panic alarm systems are now integrated, with some providing two-way communications to help responders effectively address a crisis. Traditionally, mass ...

Alexander Slagg is a freelance writer specializing in technology and education. He is an ongoing contributor to the CDW family of magazines. Digital signage is ubiquitous in schools, found in ...

The county is also building two new radio towers, a new 911 dispatch center, and upgrading its radio system technology. The ...

In the realm of emergency response, communication is not just a convenience, it is a lifeline. When crises strike, swift and accurate information exchange can mean the difference between safety and ...

BEACON technology is displayed in the Florida Division of Emergency Management control center. Emergency management officials in Florida are harnessing the power of artificial intelligence to better ...

SPOKANE, Wash. - The City of Spokane said it was forced out of the county-wide emergency communications system which will affect the Spokane Fire Department and the Spokane Police Department. Spokane ...