Modern businesses rely on a vast array of internal and external infrastructure systems, including energy, ventilation, and data networking systems; software systems, both in local data centers and the cloud; and machines, vehicles, and other equipment to support their operations.
As the world becomes more interconnected, the need for efficient and effective emergency communication systems has become more apparent. Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) are such systems that have been implemented in many countries around the world.
Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) is a public safety system that allows customers of participating wireless carriers to receive information regarding public safety issues, warnings, and any imminent attacks.
While there are many different types of disasters that can strike your company’s IT network, nothing is as frightening as a ransomware attack. Ransomware is a general term used for any kind of malicious software, or malware, that disrupts key systems until you pay off a ransom.
As much as we might wish otherwise, mission-critical emergencies can and do happen. While the initial focus is on correcting the problem, it's also essential to do a postmortem of what occurred. This means you look at what went wrong and determine if the situation was avoidable or inevitable.
In the IT world, new processes and solutions are released every day that promise to overhaul systems, streamline activities and generally make life easier for the department. But the problem is these disparate plug-and-play patches are often not designed to serve as holistic solutions.
You’ve been brought on as an outside IT provider. Your company’s primary purpose is to oversee routine IT needs. But more importantly, you’re the first line of defense if your client’s system crashes, experiences an outage, or any other issue that interrupts routine or critical operations.
Compared to the previous years, 2021 saw a significant increase in cyberattacks. IoT rose by 6%, cryptojacking rose 19%, and ransomware attacks rose by a staggering 105% between 2020 and 2021. Regardless of the size of a company, having adequate cybersecurity equipment and protocols is essential for any successful business.
Life is unpredictable in today’s world. You can’t be too prepared for an emergency. Keeping your workers safe and informed is a top priority to avoid costly lawsuits and protect your business from service interruption. Traditionally, emails, push notifications, and phone calls were the way to go, but they’re not as effective.
US cargo ports face many risks on a day-to-day basis. However, they mitigate those risks with tight security and intense planning. That said, security means nothing if it doesn’t come with clear communication. During emergencies, US ports need simple and specific ways to communicate so that everybody can stay safe. As a matter of fact, accurate communication saves lives during emergencies. Thankfully, HipLink is here to help you mitigate potential emergencies through US port communication.
Wireless notification software has changed the way public transportation systems effectively communicate. Think about all the different modes of transportation available to people throughout the world today. Airliners, trains, trucks, and even small vehicles would not be able to function safely if there weren’t proper communication systems set in place.
Have you ever wondered where the updates come from on the electronic signs you pass on the highway? The transportation world has an intricate communication system to handle emergencies, reduce traffic buildup, and notify travelers of interruptions on the road.
The world of communication changes rapidly, and when internal and external paging methods cannot keep up, major operations face a communication crisis. One of the busiest international airports in the world, Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport, found itself in just such a situation. After discovering what changes were needed, O’Hare International Airport proceeded to look for a solution that would save time, money, and lives.
