RapidSOS

FocusPoint International and RapidSOS Form Strategic Partnership

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024
Entrepreneurship, Emergency, Partnership, Overwatch, RapidSOS, Safety, Scram, Mobile phone

NEW YORK, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- RapidSOS, the world's first intelligent safety company, and FocusPoint International, the global leader in emergency response as a service (ERaaS), have joined forces to connect individuals to safety on and off the grid. From travelers and lone workers to adventurers and thrill seekers, this partnership streamlines and connects individuals to emergency services no matter where they are through a combination of cellular and satellite networks. 

Key Points: 
  • "We are thrilled to announce our strategic partnership with RapidSOS, marking a significant milestone in our mission to enhance emergency response capabilities worldwide," said Greg Pearson, CEO of FocusPoint International.
  • By partnering with RapidSOS, which securely links data from over 540M devices to 911 and field responder agencies, FocusPoint can leverage the support of over 1M emergency responders using RapidSOS.
  • "This partnership with FocusPoint International expands our coverage area and connectivity for users with RapidSOS Ready devices no matter where they go," said Michael Martin, Co-Founder and CEO of RapidSOS.
  • To learn more about this partnership, and how companies are partnering with RapidSOS and FocusPoint International to protect their employees, travelers, and users, visit www.rapidsos.com .

Avive Solutions Raises $56.5M in Growth Funding To Build Connected AED Network and Transform Cardiac Arrest Emergency Response in Communities Nationwide

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Thursday, April 18, 2024
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, the developer of the world's most advanced connected automated external defibrillator (AED) - the Avive Connect AEDⓇ - today announced the closing of a $56.5 million growth equity financing.

Key Points: 
  • , the developer of the world's most advanced connected automated external defibrillator (AED) - the Avive Connect AEDⓇ - today announced the closing of a $56.5 million growth equity financing.
  • The Company also announced that Rik Vandevenne, Managing Partner at RC Capital, has joined Avive's Board of Directors.
  • Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) is a massive healthcare challenge in the US, with over 430,000 lives lost each year to this devastating condition.
  • Avive's mission is to improve cardiac arrest survival rates by making AEDs ubiquitous: portable, ready-to-use devices in communities, schools, businesses, and homes.

Parks Associates: 18% of US Households Have Six Or More Smart Home Devices

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
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DALLAS, April 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Parks Associates' Smart Home Dashboard, quarterly consumer research featuring surveys of 8,000 and 10,000 US internet households, finds 45% of US internet households have at least one smart home device and 18% have six or more smart home devices. The research firm will feature its latest consumer and industry research on the smart home, security, energy, access control, monitoring, and broadband markets at the 28th annual CONNECTIONS™: The Premier Connected Home Conference, featuring keynote speakers from Vivint, Imperial Capital, EPB, Verizon, GVTC, RapidSOS, and Alarm.com.

Key Points: 
  • "Heading into 2024, the profile of the smart home adopter looks different than in the earlier years of the market," said Jennifer Kent , VP Research, Parks Associates.
  • "Mainstream households with 1-5 devices now outnumber the smart home-enthusiast households with 6+ devices.
  • "Companies are building out their ecosystems to maximize their sales potential and provide a better, more integrated experience to end users.
  • This makes the platform that much more important as a center point for control of the connected home."

ESO Solutions and IamResponding Team Up to Enhance Data-Based Situational Awareness and Incident Reporting Capabilities for First Responders

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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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NEW YORK, April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- IamResponding today announced a strategic partnership with ESO, a leading data and software company serving fire departments, emergency medical services (EMS), hospitals and state and federal agencies. IamResponding, a RapidSOS solution, and ESO combine the strengths of the premier incident alerting and situational awareness communication platform with the industry-leading records management system.

Key Points: 
  • IamResponding, a RapidSOS solution, and ESO combine the strengths of the premier incident alerting and situational awareness communication platform with the industry-leading records management system.
  • The two companies' collaboration marks a pivotal moment in emergency services, introducing enhanced incident data capabilities that empower first responders to make better-informed decisions swiftly and efficiently.
  • Streamlined Incident Management and Permitting Processes: By leveraging the IamResponding community portal and ESO Properties, Inspections and Permits modules, first responders can streamline operations and easily stay compliant.
  • Comprehensive Solutions for Empowered Response: Together, ESO and IamResponding offer a robust toolkit for emergency response and department operations.

Eagle Eye 911 Camera Sharing to Revolutionize Emergency Response with Instant Access to Security Cameras

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240402868950/en/

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240402868950/en/
    With the introduction of Eagle Eye 911 Camera Sharing, 911 telecommunicators can now instantly access live video when a 911-triggered emergency occurs.
  • With the introduction of Eagle Eye 911 Camera Sharing, 911 telecommunicators can now instantly access live video from one or multiple security cameras when a 911-triggered emergency occurs.
  • Eagle Eye 911 Camera Sharing gives us a real-time view of exactly what is occurring at the scene of an emergency.”
    This is how Eagle Eye 911 Camera Sharing works:
    The school or business predetermines which cameras are shareable via Eagle Eye 911 Camera Sharing.
  • Eagle Eye 911 Camera Sharing increases the value of any organization's security cameras and greatly enhances emergency preparedness and response capabilities.

Comtech Names Telecommunications and Public Safety Leader Jeff Robertson as President of Terrestrial & Wireless Networks Business Segment

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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March 21, 2024-- Comtech (NASDAQ: CMTL), a global technology leader, today announced the appointment of telecommunications and public safety industry leader Jeff Robertson as the Company’s new President of its Terrestrial and Wireless Networks business segment.

Key Points: 
  • March 21, 2024-- Comtech (NASDAQ: CMTL), a global technology leader, today announced the appointment of telecommunications and public safety industry leader Jeff Robertson as the Company’s new President of its Terrestrial and Wireless Networks business segment.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240321628144/en/
    Prior to joining Comtech, Robertson served as President & CEO of Intrado Life Safety, a company specializing in first responder technology in North America.
  • “Jeff will be instrumental in helping Comtech continue to grow and capitalize on core business objectives,” said John Ratigan, Interim CEO of Comtech.
  • “Jeff brings unique insights and deep industry expertise that are well aligned with our continued One Comtech journey, terrestrial and wireless technology developments, and long-term strategies in key markets.”
    As President of the Terrestrial & Wireless Networks segment, Robertson will have P&L responsibility across the enterprise.

Parks Associates: 40% of Smart Home Device Owners Who Use a Control Platform/Assistant Most Frequently Use Amazon or Ring

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
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DALLAS, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ahead of ISC West and the 28th annual CONNECTIONS™ Conference in May, Parks Associates today announced new research showing Amazon Echo/Alexa and Ring have expanded their lead as the most used platforms for smart home controls. The Smart Home Dashboard reports that among households who use a control platform or assistant, 40% use a Ring or Amazon Echo/Alexa platform most frequently, an increase from 33% in 2020.

Key Points: 
  • The Smart Home Dashboard reports that among households who use a control platform or assistant, 40% use a Ring or Amazon Echo/Alexa platform most frequently, an increase from 33% in 2020.
  • "Control platforms are a critical influencer on device choice for consumers," said Mindi Sue Sternblitz-Rubenstein , VP Marketing, Parks Associates.
  • "The leading platform players that also offer branded hardware seek to create an 'ecosystem effect' that encourages brand loyalty and repeat purchases.
  • Through the rapid growth of Ring and Nest, Amazon and Google have increased their influence on the smart home and security industry."

Parks Associates Hosts Dealer Day at the 28th Annual CONNECTIONS™: The Premier Connected Home Conference, Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at the Hilton Granite Park Hotel in Dallas/Plano

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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DALLAS, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Parks Associates announced today it will host Dealer Day at CONNECTIONS™ on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, during the 28th annual CONNECTIONS™: The Premier Connected Home Conference. The research firm will host CONNECTIONS™ on May 7-9 at the Hilton Dallas/Plano Granite Park Hotel, with a special invitation for local and regional dealers, integrators, and installers to join on May 8 to network and attend educational sessions focused on the next generation of home services, new revenue strategies, the role of AI in the smart home, insurance partnerships and risk reduction, and the role of interoperability. 

Key Points: 
  • Parks Associates research shows that 42% of US internet households have some kind of home security solution, 17% own a smart thermostat, and 5% have a smart lighting system.
  • Consumers continue to add connected devices to their homes, creating more opportunity for integration and additional, value-added services.
  • The average US internet households has 17 connected devices, and Parks Associates forecasts annual revenues from core smart home product categories will be $12.6 billion in 2027.
  • Parks Associates' market research helps to track and assess the growth of residential and small-to-medium business markets.

report it ® Partners with RapidSOS and Launches Personal Safety App and Innovative Employee Assistance Program

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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Through this partnership, the report it® Personal Safety App sends potentially life-saving emergency data directly to 911 through the RapidSOS Platform.

Key Points: 
  • Through this partnership, the report it® Personal Safety App sends potentially life-saving emergency data directly to 911 through the RapidSOS Platform.
  • This collaboration is aimed at significantly enhancing the well-being and safety of employees, both within and beyond the workplace with the launch of report it® Personal Safety App.
  • Initially offered to enhance safety measures for remote, lone, and high-risk workers, the report it® Personal Safety App now supports Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), offering a range of preventative services and seamless coordination with 911 personnel.
  • "RapidSOS is proud of our partnership with report it®," said Karin Marquez, Chief Public Safety Brand Officer of RapidSOS.

CentralSquare Brings RapidSOS Premium Directly to 911 and Public Safety Customers

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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This agreement allows new and existing CentralSquare customers to purchase RapidSOS Premium as a standalone solution or to complement 911, CAD, and other CentralSquare public safety solutions.

Key Points: 
  • This agreement allows new and existing CentralSquare customers to purchase RapidSOS Premium as a standalone solution or to complement 911, CAD, and other CentralSquare public safety solutions.
  • RapidSOS Premium augments 911 with situational awareness information, leveraging GIS data for a transformative map overlay to analyze complex environmental information.
  • “This step in our partnership with RapidSOS is the next iteration of public safety technology advancement,” said Ron Anderson, Chief Sales Officer at CentralSquare Technologies.
  • “The power of CentralSquare Technologies and RapidSOS together enables telecommunicators to work more efficiently and access critical data seamlessly to advance emergency response,” said Karin Marquez, Chief Public Safety Brand Officer at RapidSOS.